Part-time HR Generalist

. Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities for employees in Germany .

Posted 11/11/2026part-timeRemote • GermanyMid-LevelSenior💰 €18,000 - €26,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR Generalist functions with a strong focus on German employment law, payroll, and benefits administration. Proficient in managing employee documentation and communications in German while ensuring compliance with local regulations.

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HR Generalist ExperienceGerman Labor Law KnowledgeGerman Language Proficiency (C2)Payroll CoordinationEmployee Services Administration

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Hard Skills

HR Documentation ManagementEmployee Records MaintenanceBenefits AdministrationTime and Attendance ManagementCase Management

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailExcellent Communication SkillsIndependent Management

Tools & Technologies

AI-Enabled ToolsChatGPTMicrosoft Copilot

Industry Keywords

German Employment RegulationsOnboarding and OffboardingStatutory Leave ComplianceHR Operations CollaborationKnowledge Sharing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities for employees in Germany
Prepare German-language employment contracts, amendments, reference letters, confirmations, and employee communications
Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation in compliance with German employment regulations
Respond to employee and manager HR inquiries in German
Assist with HR case management, payroll coordination, benefits administration, and time and attendance activities
Support compliance with German employment laws, statutory leave, insurance, and other HR administration processes
Research HR topics and document processes to improve consistency, knowledge sharing, and operational efficiency
Collaborate with HR Operations, Payroll, Finance, Legal, and external vendors
Support additional HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 3 years of hands-on HR Generalist experience, ideally supporting the German market
Native or near-native (C2) German language skills required
Professional working proficiency in English
Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage HR responsibilities independently
Sound understanding of German labor law, employment practices, and HR administration
Interest in payroll, benefits administration, and employee services
Comfortable learning and using AI-enabled tools such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot
Ability to work remotely from within Germany approximately 3 days per week (20–24 hours weekly)
Authorization to work in Germany

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentive and/or equity may be available depending on the position
Remote work within Germany
Permanent part-time employment
Approximately 3 days per week (20–24 hours weekly)
AI-enabled tools such as Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT to support productivity