Are you a passionate HR professional with comprehensive knowledge of Austrian employment and social law? Do you thrive in a multicultural environment and enjoy working with people from around the globe? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you at our prestigious research institute!

The role

As an HR operations partner, you will play a vital role in supporting our scientists, professionals, and the HR team across the entire employee lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing innovative HR projects and processes, ensuring our institute maintains high standards in HR practices. Your up-to-date expertise in Austrian employment and social law will be crucial in shaping and updating our HR policies.

In addition to your core responsibilities, there may also be an opportunity for you to deputize for the Head of the department during absences.

Join us and contribute to a thriving, inclusive environment where your skills and dedication will be highly valued.

main duties and responsibilities

• Support programs and departments in decision-making related to people management issues ensuring compliancy with HR processes and institutional practices.
• Develop, implement, and update HR policies and procedures in accordance with Austrian labor law and institutional requirements.
• Prepare works council agreements and advise on legal HR matters.
• Draft and issue employment contracts and amendments; accurate follow-up and data entry in the management information system.
• Actively participate in the recruitment and retention of top international scientific and professional talent.
• Develop and implement various HR initiatives and tools, and contribute to the continuous optimization of HR practices.

• Design and deliver HR training sessions on policies and guidelines.
• Support professional development programs and career growth initiatives.

qualifications, experience, and requirements

• Academic degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• Proven and extensive experience as an HR professional in an international or multicultural environment.
• Fluency in English and German, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Experience writing and implementing HR policies.
• Solid working knowledge of Austrian labor and social law.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.
• Hands-on mentality with a focus on achievement.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills with a collaborative and friendly attitude and good sense of humor.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Desire to improve the efficiency of HR processes.