HR Operations Specialist
Key Skills
Job Description
The Company An international food production company specializing in high-quality frozen snacks and convenience products for both retail and foodservice markets. With multiple production sites across Europe, the company focuses on innovation, sustainability, and delivering tasty products that meet the latest consumer trends and quality standards. Role Description We are looking for a proactive and service-oriented HR Operations Specialist to support daily HR activities, maintain accurate employee records and assist employees and managers with HR processes and systems. You will collaborate with HR, Payroll and other stakeholders to ensure efficient administration and a positive employee experience. Responsibilities Manage employee lifecycle administration, including onboarding, contract changes, transfers and offboarding. Maintain accurate employee data and documentation in Workday and other HR systems. Respond to employee and manager queries and resolve HR system issues. Prepare employment documents and HR correspondence. Collaborate with HR, Payroll and internal stakeholders to resolve operational matters. Ensure compliance with internal policies and identify opportunities to improve HR processes. Support HR reporting, audits, documentation and system improvement projects. Requirements 1–2 years of experience in HR Operations, HR Administration or a similar role. Experience with HR information systems; Workday experience is an advantage. Good understanding of employee lifecycle processes. Strong administrative skills and attention to detail. Strong written and verbal Dutch skills and good English skills. Ability to handle confidential information professionally. Strong problem-solving, communication and organizational skills. Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Other information Working hours: 24 - 40 hours a week Min 3 days a week, being able to work at the location in Katwijk and in Oudkarspel Apply to our vacancy for more information. Looking forward to getting in touch!
Core Responsibilities
Manage employee lifecycle administration, maintain accurate employee records in Workday and other HR systems, and prepare employment documents and correspondence. Respond to employee and manager queries, collaborate with HR and Payroll, support compliance and reporting, and contribute to audits and process and system improvements.
Requirements
Requires 1–2 years of experience in HR Operations, HR Administration, or a similar role, along with a good understanding of employee lifecycle processes and strong administrative skills. Candidates should have strong written and verbal Dutch, good English, attention to detail, confidentiality, problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
About SIRE® Life Sciences 🧬
Industry: Biotechnology Research
Company size: 201-500 employees
SIRE® Life Sciences is the market-leading partner for Life Sciences consultancy, project management, and secondment services in the Netherlands. We specialize in connecting expert consultants and project managers with leading biotech, pharmaceutical, medical device, clinical research, and food technology organizations. Our services include: - Life Sciences recruitment & executive search - Interim management & secondment - SOW-based project outsourcing & delivery - RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) - MSP workforce management & vendor-neutral solutions - GMP, GCP, GLP compliance staffing - Clinical research & regulatory affairs resourcing With 100,000+ professionals in our network and 25+ years of experience, SIRE® Life Sciences delivers measurable results for regulated organizations across the Netherlands and Europe. We work with pharma, biotech, medical device, CDMO, CRO, and food technology companies at every stage of the product lifecycle. What sets us apart: - Deep domain expertise in Life Sciences & regulated industries - Full compliance with GxP, ISO, WAADI, and Dutch labour law - Flexible engagement models: permanent, interim, project (SOW), and managed services - Proven delivery track record across Pharma, Biotech, MedTech & Food Science Based in Leiden Bio Science Park, Netherlands. www.sire-search.com