The People Operations Senior Advisor is responsible for delivering expert HR operational support across the employee lifecycle for Germany and other DACH entities. Acting as a trusted advisor to employees, managers, People Partners and internal stakeholders, the role ensures compliant, efficient and employee-centric HR service delivery while driving process excellence and continuous improvement.

The position requires strong expertise in German labour law, works council processes, HR systems, employee lifecycle administration and HR operations within a complex multinational environment.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Lifecycle Management

• Independently manage complex employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, internal transfers, contractual changes, leave administration, and offboarding.
• Prepare and issue employment-related documentation such as employment contracts, amendments, reference letters, certificates, termination documentation and other HR correspondence.
• Ensure compliance with local labour law requirements, collective agreements and internal company policies.

HR Advisory & Employee Support

• Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees, managers and stakeholders on a wide range of People Operations topics.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, employment conditions, benefits, working time, leave arrangements, parental leave and other employee-related matters.

Labor Law & Works Council Collaboration

• Coordinate and execute works council consultation and information processes.
• Prepare documentation and correspondence related to labour relations activities.
• Ensure adherence to legal requirements, company policies and governance standards across all employee transactions.

HR Operations & Systems Management

• Execute and oversee HR transactions in Workday and other HR systems with a strong focus on data quality and compliance.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure the integrity of HR master data.

Process Improvement & Project Work

• Drive continuous improvement, standardization and automation of HR processes.
• Participate in local, regional and global People projects and transformation initiatives.
• Support the implementation of new HR technologies, policies and operating models.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate closely with People Partners, Payroll, Legal, Finance, Employee Relations, Works Councils and other internal stakeholders.