Oxford Global Resources is seeking an European HR Administrator for an international chemical company. The European HR Administrator is responsible for supporting our European operations with main focus on the UK based team through the provision of technical assistance on all aspects of human resources, recruitment, HR management, and employee relations. She/he will also act as first contact for all employment issues, do troubleshooting and work in partnership with other HR members and stakeholders to provide timely response and proactive advice to all the business lines. Where applicable, the European HR Administrator will also be a part of the European HR network. She/he will provide back up to the other HR professionals as needed.
Primary Responsibilities
- UK support:
- Manage the recruitment process - source, screen, and interview candidates to fill existing and future job openings within the sites. Complete new hire paperwork and enter new hire data in the HR system.
- Support the local HR Business Partner and other HR members with admin duties as appropriate.
- Provide expert advice and coaching to employees when appropriate. Conduct internal investigations and prepare all required documentation when necessary. Respond to employee inquiries.
- Prepare actions for internal staff movements/changes and new hires. Conduct exit interviews where necessary.
- Generate employee communication.
- Be the primary contact for payroll processing information.
- Global HR support:
- Work closely with the global HR team and local HR advisors to ensure data quality.
- Manage workflows, organisational charts and ensure that organisational updates are properly reflected in the Success Factors system.
- Support and conduct training for system updates, new modules, etc.
- Support and contribute to the Global HR initiatives.
Required Skills
- University degree in Human Resources.
- 1-2 years relevant experience in Human Resources.
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office, HR systems, and comfortable learning new technical systems as needed.
- Excellent employee focus and ability to provide timely follow-up and follow-through.
- Knowledge of HR legislation and UK regulations.
- Willingness to travel occasionally, work remotely if needed.
- Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and cultural awareness.
- Ability to conduct data analysis.
- English is mandatory, willingness to learn Spanish if required. Italian and/or German is very valuable.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and possibility of health insurance and/or kindergarten compensation.
- Professional career development within one of the top international chemical companies.
