Talent Partner & General Administration Officer

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Athens, GRC
In-Office
Junior
Design • Manufacturing
The Role
Manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, employee records, learning and development, performance processes, engagement initiatives, HR operations, employer branding, and Athens office administration. The role supports HR policies, employee experience, training programs, workplace logistics, facilities coordination, and business travel across the Greek Cluster.
Summary Generated by Built In

Purpose of the Role 


  • We are looking for a proactive, highly organized and people-oriented Talent Partner & General Administrative Officer to support our Greek Cluster operations, based in our Athens offices
  • In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end talent acquisition, employee lifecycle management, learning and development initiatives, employee engagement activities, HR operations and office administration

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

 

Talent Acquisition & Employee Lifecycle Management

  • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including candidate sourcing, screening, interview coordination, selection and hiring
  • Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a seamless employee experience
  • Prepare and administer employment contracts, offer letters and related documentation
  • Maintain employee records and HR documentation both physical & digital, ensuring accuracy and compliance
  • Support performance review and employee lifecycle activities

Learning & Development

  • Coordinate Learning & Development initiatives aligned with business and employee development needs
  • Support annual performance management processes, including PDRs, IDPs and talent calibration sessions
  • Manage training programs through internal learning platforms and external providers
  • Monitor learning participation and support capability-building initiatives across the organization
  • Assist in the implementation of employee surveys and development action plans

Employee Engagement, Wellbeing & Employer Branding

  • Lead employee engagement, wellbeing and CSR initiatives across the Cluster
  • Organize internal events, campaigns and activities that promote a positive workplace culture
  • Support employer branding initiatives to strengthen the company's attractiveness as an employer
  • Build and maintain relationships with external partners, educational institutions and community organizations

HR Operations – Athens offices

  • Act as a first point of contact for employees on HR policies, procedures and employee-related matters
  • Provide HR support to HRBPs and guidance in line with company policies and local employment legislation
  • Ensure consistent implementation of HR policies and practices

General HR Administration and Office Management

  • Oversee the daily operations of the Athens office and provide administrative support in the organization of business travels across the Cluster
  • Coordinate facilities management, office supplies and workplace logistics
  • Ensure a professional, safe and efficient working environment for employees and visitors

Qualities/Attributes


Core Competencies


  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications & Marketing or a related field
  • Previous experience in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Employee Experience and/or Office Administration (1-2 years)
  • Good understanding of HR policies, practices and employee lifecycle management
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Presentation skills (advanced use of PowerPoint)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Greek and English
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork & collaboration

Desirable Qualifications & Experience


  • Additional HR qualification/certification is a plus (e.g., SHRM etc.)
  • Experience working with HRIS systems, preferably Workday
  • Knowledge of basic employment legislation and HR administration principles

We offer:

  • Competitive salary package
  • Private Health Insurance
  • Meal Voucher Program
  • Flexible working environment
  • Learning & Development opportunities
  • Employee Wellbeing initiatives
  • Positive & collaborative culture
  • Fresh fruit program 1/month

 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications and Marketing, or a related field
  • 1-2 years of experience in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Employee Experience, and/or Office Administration
  • Good understanding of HR policies, practices, and employee lifecycle management
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Advanced presentation skills, particularly PowerPoint
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Greek and English
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Additional HR qualification or certification, such as SHRM
  • Experience with HRIS systems, preferably Workday
  • Knowledge of basic employment legislation and HR administration principles

DS Smith Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about DS Smith and has not been reviewed or approved by DS Smith.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered okay to good across many roles, with some plants indicating competitive or above‑market hourly rates for operators and similar positions. This supports a broadly fair perception of base pay even as experiences vary by site.
  • Healthcare Strength — U.S. offerings include day‑one medical/vision and dental, employer HSA contributions, and 100% company‑paid life and short/long‑term disability, alongside an EAP. Some role descriptions also highlight mental‑health and fertility options.
  • Retirement Support — Packages commonly reference a 401(k) with company match and, in some locations, pension eligibility or company‑funded retirement contributions. This positions retirement benefits as a meaningful component of total rewards.

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The Company
HQ: Maidenhead
12,147 Employees

What We Do

DS Smith provides innovative packaging solutions, paper products and recycling services with a commitment to sustainability and a circular economy. Our core purpose is to Redefine Packaging for a Changing World, and our expert teams work closely with like-minded partners to incorporate renewable resources for products that minimize our environmental impact, reduce complexity and increase profitability through supply chain optimization

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