As HR Lead , you’ll guide and support our People Team while ensuring smooth HR operations across the business.
You’ll act as a trusted HR advisor to the Leadership Team and a supportive coach to your team , balancing team leadership with daily HR challenges.
Leading and mentoring the People Team, guiding them toward success and growth.
You’ll report to and partner closely with the CFO, who represents the People Team within the leadership group, to ensure strong alignment between people and business goals.
Overseeing Dutch payroll and ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
Managing absence and sickness cases (both short- and long-term) in compliance with relevant legislation.
Driving and optimizing HR operations, from onboarding and employee lifecycle management to compensation and benefits.
Handling HR Business Partner responsibilities, advising managers on performance, engagement, and development and supporting in handling workplace challenges.
Fostering a culture of openness, feedback, and recognition.
Supporting organizational growth through workforce planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
Championing our values and advocating for the People Team’s mission within the business.
Requirements
At least 3–5 years of HR experience, including hands-on HR operational work and team leadership .
Proven experience in Dutch payroll and absence/sickness management (short and long term).
Strong knowledge of Dutch labor law and HR compliance .
Experience as an HRBP supporting leaders with advice and people insights.
Excellent communication skills , you’re clear, approachable, and not afraid to give or receiv feedback.
You’re a logical thinker who brings clarity and structure to fast-moving situations.
A positive, values-driven personality.
You care deeply about people and culture.
A proactive and independent mindset.
Able to recognize and celebrate great work within your team.
Based in the Netherlands and fluent in Dutch and English (both written and spoken).
Benefits
Flexibel, Remote-First work environment with lots of autonomy.
Dedicated time and budget for professional development , allowing you to learn, grow, and evolve.
€400 to set up your home office and a DeskGuru consultation for ergonomic working conditions.
A modern pension plan to support your future.
A personalized welcome pack with your laptop and everything you need to start strong.
A collaborative and friendly team that values authenticity, trust, and growth.
Be part of our inclusive culture and don’t miss our iconic events: Interceptival & Wintercept!
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
HR operationsDutch payrollabsence managementsickness managementHR complianceemployee lifecycle managementworkforce planningHR Business Partnerperformance managementcompensation and benefits
Soft skills
team leadershipcoachingcommunicationlogical thinkingproactive mindsetvalues-drivenapproachabilityfeedbackcelebration of achievementscultural awareness