Human Resources Manager

About the Role

We are assisting a leading sports betting operator in Germany to expand their HR team by recruiting a Human Resources Manager for their Düsseldorf office. This role is suitable for either recent graduates or professionals with 1 to 4 years of HR experience. The client operates in retail and online sports betting markets with plans to increase market share. Joining now offers a great chance to contribute to growth across different company functions.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the HR Director, managing all HR functions aligned with business goals.
• Lead recruitment efforts from sourcing to selection and collaborate with department heads on workforce planning.
• Design strategies to attract and retain talented employees and oversee onboarding procedures.
• Act as an advisor on HR issues primarily supporting shop staff, managing employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• Encourage a diverse, respectful, and high-performance organizational culture, handling conflicts and investigations as needed.
• Manage performance evaluations, assist managers with setting objectives, and identify organizational training needs.
• Coordinate learning initiatives and support succession planning and talent programs.
• Oversee compensation and benefits, including salary reviews, benchmarking, incentives, and support payroll collaboration with finance and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies; maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
• Develop and refine HR policies and prepare HR-related reports for management.
• Support organizational change projects, advise leadership on structure and people strategies, and lead employee engagement and well-being programs.
• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the company.
• Administer the company’s vehicle fleet and car policy, handling allocations, leasing contracts, maintenance, and compliance with tax and driver documentation.
• Support employee inquiries and administrative tasks related to company cars, ensuring accurate fleet records and cost monitoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Several years of HR generalist experience, ideally including managerial responsibilities.
• Proficient understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience with HR Information Systems and Microsoft Office suite.
• Professional HR certifications such as CIPD, SHRM, or HRCI are advantageous.

Key Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership qualities and ability to manage stakeholders.
• Effective problem-solving and conflict management abilities.
• High ethical standards and discretion.
• Organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Analytical thinking and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.

Additional Information

This position offers a competitive salary and is based onsite in Düsseldorf. The company has offices in both Düsseldorf and Malta and is poised for growth.