Principal HR Generalist
Work Arrangement
Office Days per Week: 1 day
Key Skills
Job Description
At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world. About The Role You will join a collaborative, international environment where your ideas are valued, your expertise is trusted, and your contribution has a visible impact. If you enjoy building, improving, and making a difference, this is an opportunity to help shape the future of HR at MiniMed. You will report to the HR Director DACH & Netherlands and work closely with international HR colleagues, and business leaders across the Netherlands. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, demonstrates ownership, and is motivated by improving how things work in a dynamic and evolving environment. What You Will Do Business Partnership and Employee Support Build trusted relationships with leaders and employees by providing practical, balanced, and business-focused Human Resources advice. Partner with managers to translate business priorities into effective people solutions. Advise and coach managers across the employee lifecycle, including performance management, employee engagement, and leadership effectiveness. Support employees in partnership with Human Resources Shared Services. Employee Relations and Dutch Employment Law Provide guidance on Dutch employment legislation and company policies. Support managers with employee relations matters, including performance management, absence management, disciplinary processes, investigations, conflict resolution, and performance improvement plans. Ensure fair, consistent, and pragmatic application of policies and employment practices. Partner proactively with the Works Council where appropriate. Organization and Talent Support leaders in building high-performing teams and an engaging work environment. Contribute to talent reviews, succession planning, and development discussions. Support organizational changes and business transformation initiatives. Human Resources Excellence And Continuous Improvement Develop, implement, and continuously improve Human Resources processes, templates, and ways of working across the Netherlands. Identify opportunities to simplify processes and enhance the employee and manager experience. Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Human Resources Shared Services, and Human Resources Centres of Excellence to deliver efficient and consistent Human Resources services. Support the delivery of key Human Resources programs, including performance management, compensation, talent, and organizational initiatives. What You Bring Several years of progressive Human Resources experience within the Netherlands. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Solid knowledge of Dutch employment law and experience applying it in practice. Experience partnering with and coaching managers on people-related topics. Strong communication, influencing, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills. A pragmatic approach with a strong hands-on mentality and a solution-oriented mindset. Comfortable working independently while knowing when to collaborate and escalate. Professional fluency in Dutch and English. What We Offer The opportunity to make a visible impact in a newly independent medical technology company. Professional development opportunities and the chance to broaden your Human Resources expertise. A collaborative culture built on trust, teamwork, and ownership. A flexible working environment. A competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits. Working Model This role can be performed remotely from the Netherlands, with regular travel to our Heerlen office, typically two days every two weeks, for collaboration, business partnership, and team connection. #BetterDaysStartNow Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. Benefits & Compensation MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. About MiniMed We want to make every day a better day for people living with diabetes. Our team of creative innovators around the globe share a passion for finding the simplest solutions to the problems that people with diabetes face on a daily basis. For more than 40 years, we've been redefining what's possible, from intelligent dosing systems designed for real life to predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and we're dedicated to continuing to support our customers through every step of their journey — meeting them where and how they need it.
Core Responsibilities
Provide strategic HR business partnership and employee support to leaders and staff across the Netherlands. Lead employee relations, ensure compliance with Dutch employment law, and drive continuous improvement of HR processes.
Requirements
Requires several years of progressive HR experience in the Netherlands and a bachelor's degree in HR or a related field. Must possess solid knowledge of Dutch employment law and professional fluency in both Dutch and English.
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible working environment
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits
About MiniMed
Industry: Medical Equipment Manufacturing
Company size: 5,001-10,000 employees
MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company built around one belief: that technology should lift the burden of diabetes. So that every day is a better day. Days when diabetes fades into the background and life takes the lead. Joyful, messy, fully lived days — when things feel lighter, easier, more possible. Those are the days we’re here to make real. Connect with us! Facebook @ www.facebook.com/MiniMed Instagram @ www.instagram.com/minimed/ X @ https://x.com/minimed TikTok @ https://www.tiktok.com/@minimed YouTube @ https://www.youtube.com/@MiniMed_US