What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job Responsibilities:
We are looking for a Senior HR Generalist (m/f/x) supporting our central functions in our European Headquarters Munich or Sailauf.
Job Responsibilities:
- Responsibility for all personnel-related issues throughout the employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding
- Act as a trusted point of contact for employees and managers on HR-related topics
- Maintain and update employee records, contracts and HR documentation in compliance with German labor law
- Preparation, review, and management of employment contracts, contract amendments, and supplementary agreements
- Administration of HR systems (SAP, personnel management system e.g.: Workday) and personnel files
- Prepare HR controlling and Headcount reporting
- Support and backup-role for preparation of monthly payroll accounting
Who we are looking for:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Economics, Psychology, labour law or similar
- Several years of professional experience in the field of human resources preferably in an international corporation
- Solid knowledge of German labour law and HR operations
- Confident use of SAP/HR and MS Office, knowledge of Workday desirable
- Fluent in German and English
Your preferred qualifications:
- High degree of self-motivation and ability to work on own initiative
- Empathetic, sensitive and team-oriented
- Positive working attitude, commitment and self-discipline
- Ability and readiness to take on responsibility
- Integrity, authenticity and loyalty
- Strong communication skills
- Methodical, structured and systematic working approach
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment and positive attitude towards different cultures
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Cosma International
What We Do
We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.
Why Work With Us
At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.











