French-speaking HR Generalist

A Japanese manufacturer is currently recruiting for a French-speaking HR Generalist to join their team in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
In this position, you will be working closely with and reporting directly to the HR & General Affairs Manager.
The ideal candidate should have experience in HR & GA Administration.

TYPE: Full-time, initially 6-month contract (with the intention to move into a permanent relationship once the initial period has ended and should both parties agree to it)
WORKING HOURS: 08:30 - 17:00 (Monday- Thursday) and on Fridays 08:30 - 16:00 ; including 30mins lunch break
SALARY: TBD
START: ASAP
LOCATION: Amsterdam, the Netherlands (Currently 2 days in the office, 3 days’ work from home – this may change depending on the company’s decision)

French-speaking HR Generalist Main Responsibilities:
• Assist with day- to-day HR & General Affairs operations of the business
• Assist with recruitment processes such as posting job ads and scheduling interviews
• Support with onboarding new employees, including preparing documents and orientation materials
• Help maintain accurate employee records and HR databases
• Support with training and development such as • Take care of Health and Safety procedures, insuring compliance with the RIE
• Assist the Japanese expatriates with the relocation and integration matters (i.e. visa, registration with local municipality, housing arrangements, bank accounts among others)
• Deal with employee requests regarding HR and general affairs matters i.e. company cars, insurances, reference letters
• Monthly payroll activities and liaising with the payroll provider to upload mutations
• Manage general administrative tasks such as office supplies procurement, facility management, and • Maintain and renewing office related contracts
• Administrative duties and main contact for the Finance department and other stakeholders
• Support employee relations activities such as event planning, booking flights, trains, and hotels for guests and company staff when applicable
• Any other reasonable duties which may be required by management from time to time

French-speaking HR Generalist Ideal Candidate:
• Experience in HR & GA Administration
• Payroll experience is a plus (especially expat payroll)
• Fluency in English, French language is required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Enthusiastic team player with a positive attitude
• Pro-active and hands-on attitude and be very approachable
• Flexibility and service-mindedness
• Proficient in MS Office


** All applicants for French-speaking HR Generalist must have the right to work in the Netherlands as the Company is not able to offer visa support. or