HR Specialist

Key Responsibilities
HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

• Manage all HR processes from onboarding to offboarding
• Serve as the first point of contact for employees and managers on HR-related matters
• Ensure legally compliant contract management, personnel administration, and documentation
• Support payroll activities in close collaboration with external payroll partners

Recruiting & Employer Branding

• Coordinate and manage the entire recruiting process
• Work closely with hiring managers to define role requirements and candidate profiles
• Actively support employer branding initiatives and continuously improve the candidate experience
• Collaborate with external recruiters and staffing agencies when required

Employee Relations & Development

• Support performance management and feedback processes
• Advise leaders on employee development, engagement, and retention
• Support learning and development initiatives
• Actively contribute to a positive, inclusive, and high‑performance company culture

HR Policies, Compliance & Labor Law

• Ensure compliance with German labor law and internal HR policies
• Maintain and further develop HR processes and guidelines
• Support collaboration with the works council, where applicable
• Prepare HR reports and analyses for management

HR Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in international HR initiatives and cross-functional projects
• Support the digitalization and optimization of HR processes
• Contribute to the development of global HR standards while considering local requirements

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Completed degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a comparable field
• Several years of professional experience in a generalist HR role
• Strong knowledge of German labor law
• Experience in an international and/or fast-growing company is an advantage
• Excellent communication skills, empathy, and a structured working style
• Hands-on mindset with the ability to balance people and business needs
• Fluent German and English skills

Job Benefits

• Exciting and varied tasks in a dynamic and growing software company
• Flat hierarchies and fast decision-making
• A positive working environment that values both freedom and responsibility
• Strong team spirit and a very pleasant atmosphere
• Modern offices, workstations and the latest technologies
• Flexible working hours
• Training and development opportunities
• Company events
• Sports activities and work-life balance initiatives
• Free drinks, fruit and snacks
• Canteen with in-house cook
• Good transport connections
• JobTicket / JobRad 

About
Your growth and well-being:At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process. Discover Align:We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time. As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being? Explore Align's culture here!Want to discover more about exocad and Cubicure? Click on their names for additional information.