Human Resources Specialist (Personalreferent)

Job Summary

This role involves supporting employees throughout their entire employment life cycle, from onboarding to exit, and addressing all personnel-related matters. The specialist works closely with managers to resolve operational HR queries and provides practical solutions for day‑to‑day workforce challenges. Key responsibilities include serving as a trusted contact for labor‑law issues, collaborating with the works council, maintaining accurate personnel records, and managing time‑tracking data for payroll processing. The position offers the opportunity to audit existing HR processes, suggest improvements, and contribute to HR projects. The role blends direct employee interaction with analytical tasks such as preparing HR reports and key‑performance indicators, providing a varied and engaging work environment. Flexible working arrangements are available, with the option for full‑time or part‑time work (minimum 35 hours per week) and occasional home‑office. Candidates are expected to hold a completed commercial training with additional HR qualifications or equivalent experience in mid‑size enterprises, possess strong command of German (C1) and English (B1), and demonstrate a structured, independent approach to handling sensitive personnel information.

Key Responsibilities

• This role involves supporting employees throughout their entire employment life cycle, from onboarding to exit, and addressing all personnel-related matters. The specialist works closely with managers to resolve operational HR queries and provides practical solutions for day‑to‑day workforce challenges. Key responsibilities include serving as a trusted contact for labor‑law issues, collaborating with the works council, maintaining accurate personnel records, and managing time‑tracking data for payroll processing. The position offers the opportunity to audit existing HR processes, suggest improvements, and contribute to HR projects. The role blends direct employee interaction with analytical tasks such as preparing HR reports and key‑performance indicators, providing a varied and engaging work environment. Flexible working arrangements are available, with the option for full‑time or part‑time work (minimum 35 hours per week) and occasional home‑office. Candidates are expected to hold a completed commercial training with additional HR qualifications or equivalent experience in mid‑size enterprises, possess strong command of German (C1) and English (B1), and demonstrate a structured, independent approach to handling sensitive personnel information.

About the Role

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining strategy, content, data and execution. You will work with cross-functional teams and contribute directly to the company’s digital growth in Kolkata and surrounding areas.

Job Requirements

• Human Resources Administration
• German (C1)

Required Skills