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This is our corporate purpose, giving deeper meaning to our existence as the edding Group.
Our corporate values, namely pioneering spirit, empowerment, authenticity, and responsible collaboration, are an integral part of our culture and fundamental to achieving our corporate purpose. They influence every aspect of our business, from our brands and products to our business relationships and the way we work together across the edding Group.
Our brands are our most valuable asset, and we strive to place them at the centre of our thinking, actions, and decision-making. We are fully committed to developing our brands sustainably and achieving our vision of becoming a regenerative company.
People Operations Specialist (m/f/d) – Operations & Services
Ahrensburg
Full or part-time
Permanent employee
Inside edding
This is your mission
As a People Operations Specialist - Operations & Services, you will be part of our People Services team and, together with your colleagues, ensure the smooth and reliable execution of our operational HR processes.
You will work across the entire employee lifecycle, support payroll-related activities, manage international People Operations topics, and help provide our employees with a professional and service-oriented HR experience.
A key focus of this role is supporting our international locations and employees while contributing to the continuous improvement of our operational People processes as part of our ongoing transformation journey.
Why this role is exciting
You will join us at a time when we are actively evolving and strengthening our People function.
This means:
People Operations
You will work across the entire employee lifecycle, support payroll-related activities, manage international People Operations topics, and help provide our employees with a professional and service-oriented HR experience.
A key focus of this role is supporting our international locations and employees while contributing to the continuous improvement of our operational People processes as part of our ongoing transformation journey.
Why this role is exciting
You will join us at a time when we are actively evolving and strengthening our People function.
This means:
- The opportunity to shape and improve processes rather than focusing solely on administration
- Supporting the development of a modern People Operations organization
- Gaining exposure to both local and international People processes
- Taking ownership of a broad range of operational HR topics
- Working within a team that genuinely embraces change and continuous improvement
People Operations
- Manage administrative HR processes throughout the entire employee lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding
- Support the preparation of employment contracts, contract amendments, and employee-related documentation
- Handle employee inquiries through our ticketing system
- Ensure complete, accurate, and high-quality HR data
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of operational HR processes and workflows
- Prepare and validate payroll-relevant data to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Support payroll processes and serve as a contact person for payroll-related questions
- Ensure high data quality for downstream processes, reporting, and analytics
- Contribute to the further development and standardization of payroll processes
- Support the administration and coordination of our international employees and locations
- Coordinate operational People topics within an international environment
- Ensure transparent and efficient processes across countries and organizations
- Contribute to the continued development of centralized international People Operations
- Support the preparation of reports, analyses, and HR metrics
- Ensure consistent and reliable data as a basis for People-related decision-making
- Contribute to the standardization and optimization of People processes
- Support digitalization and transformation initiatives across the People function
- Work closely with People Partners, People Development, Finance, and the Works Council
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders both nationally and internationally
- Ensure transparent and effective interfaces between teams, processes, and stakeholders
- Actively contribute to knowledge sharing and collaboration within the People team
This is your profile
Experience
- 3-5 years of experience in People Operations, HR Administration, or Human Resources Management
- Experience with payroll processes and payroll systems (e.g., PAISY or comparable solutions)
- Sound knowledge of German labor law; experience with collective bargaining agreements is a plus
- Hands-on experience with HR systems (e.g., Personio or comparable platforms)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English
- Structured, organized, and detail-oriented approach to work
- High level of reliability, accountability, and ownership
- Ability to prioritize effectively and maintain oversight, even in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
- Strong service orientation and a proactive sense of responsibility
- Openness to new approaches and a genuine passion for improving processes
- Interest in actively contributing to and shaping modern People Operations
- Collaborative mindset with a willingness to support colleagues and share knowledge
This is what we offer
- Join a for-profit company with a clear purpose: creating a positive impact by placing environmental and social sustainability at the heart of our business.
- A collaborative, diverse, innovative, and open culture with a first-name basis, regular company events, community days, and flexible working hours.
- Flat hierarchies and a wide range of challenging and meaningful responsibilities, combined with the freedom to shape decisions and drive improvements.
- A highly motivated team with a strong sense of collaboration in an international environment.
- Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development through both online and offline learning programs.
- Health and wellbeing benefits, including JobRad bike leasing.
- Subsidized public transportation, including the Deutschlandticket.
- 30 days of annual leave, capital-forming benefits, and a company pension scheme.
- The opportunity to work for a company with a strong reputation and highly recognized brands.
- This role can be filled on a part-time basis (minimum 30 hours per week), although full-time employment is preferred.