Mintel is the expert in what consumers want and why. As the world’s leading market intelligence agency, our analysis of consumers, markets, new products and competitive landscapes provides a unique perspective on global and local economies. Since 1972, our predictive analytics and expert recommendations have enabled our clients to make better business decisions faster. With our headquarters in the heart of London and 15 offices around the world, more than 1,200 employees are working together to help our clients - over 5,000 of the world’s top businesses - achieve their future growth objectives. And we want to grow, too: As part of our expansion plans for the German market, we are looking for you! Do you want to join our team in the Düsseldorf Media Harbour and help shape the future of Mintel in Germany? Then apply now - quickly and easily by submitting your CV.

This is a hybrid role - you will be supporting our HR team in London whilst taking over back office tasks and making sure the Dusseldorf office runs smoothly.

As an HR Generalist you will be responsible for a variety of HR tasks or initiatives, including being a first point of contact for employees (primarily in Dusseldorf) to help them with their operational questions and advising managers on all HR-related issues. You will also be responsible for duties related to the employee lifecycle process. As part of the EMEA HR Team, which is based in Mintel's London HQ, you will be the first team member based locally in our growing Düsseldorf office, working closely with local stakeholders such as the Commercial Country Manager for Germany.You will also assist with office-related tasks such as planning events for our Dusseldorf team and managing the day to day running of our Dusseldorf office. You will be an advocate for the Mintel culture i.e. leading on topics such as hybrid working, the future of work and potentially getting involved with social initiatives and events such as Mintel Gives, Healthy Minds Network etc.

What we offer:

• Flexible work hours (start between 7am and 11am), work from alternative locations for a few weeks per year, visiting London HQ to meet the HR team.
• 30 days annual leave + 2 charity days + birthday off
• Budget for home office equipment
• 10 personal coaching sessions per year
• A group of inspiring, fun, social and hard-working professionals
• Security of an established international company but with a start-up atmosphere in the growing German office (personal responsibility, autonomous work and freedom for initiative)
• International and diverse culture with our HQ in the heart of the City of London

What you’ll do:

In the role of an HR Generalist:

• Responsible for HR Administration tasks such as drafting contracts, issuing reference letters etc.
• Maintaining the HRIS database
• Ensuring Right to Work procedures are maintained
• Provide guidance and support to local managers on performance management
• Ensuring the Company complies with local laws to maintain and enhance a positive, non-discriminatory and safe work environment. These changes will include reviewing policies, procedures, and handbooks.
• Being the first point of contact for our payroll office
• Notify the HRBP, EMEA of any issues that need action
• Maintain regular communication with the London HR team
• Support the recruitment team in labor law questions (i.e. visa processes in Germany etc.) and with employer branding

Additional office management tasks:

• Managing the day to day running of the office, ordering supplies, liaising with the building manager etc.
• Liaising with our London Facilities Team to ensure Health and Safety practises are followed
• Dealing with company suppliers and vendors
• Assisting colleagues with queries and administrative tasks
• Creating presentations, formatting documents and posters (i.e. for events)
• Managing the incoming and outgoing post
• Maintaining our desk booking system
• Any other ad-hoc tasks assigned as could be reasonably expected in relation to the administration role (e.g. looking at new office space as we expand)

What you’ll bring:

• Minimum of 2 years human resources experience with hands-on experience in operational HR processes and procedures in Germany
• A good knowledge of German labour law
• A “hands on approach” to getting the job done
• Great organizing ability
• Flexibility and a willingness to tackle a variety of duties and to learn new skills
• Fluency  in English as well as German. 
• Bachelor’s Degree within Human Resources, Business Administration or related is an advantage

Please note: We are looking for people who will make Mintel better. We believe there are many different ways of developing skills and we love diverse experiences. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, we would really like to learn more about you!

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