Senior HR Generalist

What You Will Be Doing

The Senior HR Generalist (Fixed-Term) will manage core HR functions across multiple European countries (e.g., The Netherlands, UK, France, Spain, Italy), including employee onboarding, payroll-related activities, HR compliance, employee relations, and EU people data management. Acting as a key partner to People Team leadership, the role drives process improvements and ensures compliance with local labour laws. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Employee Lifecycle Management: Responsible for driving and documenting processes as to the employee lifecycle (end-to-end), ensuring compliance with local laws, and seamless employee experience. 

• HR Data Management: Manage HR system actions (e.g., UltiPro), update people-related data, and assist with global HR technology projects. Handle monthly payroll inputs, review data, and resolve discrepancies in compliance with local requirements. 

• Employee Relations: Assist in supporting employee relations cases (i.e., performance management, investigations, leaves and absence management, etc.)  

• HR Projects: Support global People Team initiatives, providing insight from EU region, and tailoring global programmes/trainings for EU region. 

• IT Coordination: Manage IT-related logistics for new hires and leavers, ensuring issuance of company equipment, recovery, and security. 

• Employee Engagement: Organize in-office events and promote employee engagement initiatives. 

• Benefits & Immigration: Assist with employee leaves, benefits administration, visa renewals, and compliance with work permits.  

What You Will Bring to ChargePoint

• Knowledge of European labour laws and payroll processes.
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms (e.g., UltiPro).
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English; additional European languages are desirable (Dutch preferred).
• Experience with external payroll and benefits providers.
• Project management and process improvement experience. 

Requirements

• 5 or more years of HR experience across multiple European jurisdictions required (e.g., The Netherlands, UK, France, Spain, Italy).
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive
• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural adaptability 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively 

Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

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