Back-to-Work-Program_HR Business Partner - Germany

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Are you ready to return to work full-time or want to slowly transition back into the professional world by taking on a part-time role? Either way, you have come to the right place. Amazon values employees from diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, career paths and education.

For more information on Back-to-work program, please use the following link: https://www.amazon.jobs/en/landing_pages/returntowork

The job advertisement created for reoccurring positions at multiple locations.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing the human resources initiatives that can drive innovation and execution in the last mile delivery business. You must be able to work independently, take a hands-on approach, and interface effectively at all levels. You will cover HR areas such as employee relations, including performance management, compensation & benefits, training & career development as well as employee retention. You will need excellent communication, professional interpersonal skills, and the agility to function in a fast changing environment.

Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate requires strong team leadership experience in Human Resources, ideally within transportation delivery industry or a similar international fast paced customer driven environment as you will be responsible for:
· Implementation of employment policies and procedures relevant to the business needs
· Supporting multiple smaller delivery sites
· Develop and maintain positive relationships with employees at all levels
· Ensure up to date and accurate statistics are maintained
· Support and advise Line Managers in the management and development of their direct reports
· Ensure compliance with DE legislation
· Consult with the Management Team and all other employees on Employment Law, HR Policies, HR Processes, Compensation, etc.
· Monitor trends and development in the HR/Competency Development field to support the company's business strategy and link with learning organization initiatives
· Integrate new global HR processes as appropriate at site
· Participate in national and international HR projects
· Provide performance management expertise and assistance to sustain the highest quality workforce
· Review career structures for developmental purposes (e.g. Performance reviews, talent assessment, succession planning based on future potential)
· Support and advise line managers in their management and development of their direct reports
· Coach and counsel employees and managers in HR and business issues
· Keep aware of changes and create strategies to sustain and improve employee morale
· Support the recruiting team in line with our expansion strategy.

Desired profile

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will:
· Have significant HR experience at business partner level, ideally within a high volume, fast paced and customer focused environment
· Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field is required
· Possess problem solving and analytical capability; experience of managing and analysing HR metrics to find root causes and develop short, medium and long-term plans
· Have the ability to develop effective working relationships with employees at all levels
· Have a proven hands-on attitude, be flexible and adaptable.
· Demonstrate the ability to motivate others and influence work behaviours
· Possess strong change management, negotiation and influencing skills
· Have intellectual curiosity, bringing valuable insight into the team / business
· Good understanding of MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel) and HR information systems (e.g. PeopleSoft) would be advantageous
· Excellent knowledge of German and English (verbal and written) is required
· Ability to travel – approx. 30% of time will be spent at other sites
· Solid knowledge of German Labor Law