People Operations / HR Generalist (Berlin-based, full-time with limited contract of 18 months – Maternity Cover)
Core
Provide general human resources support, payroll administration, and office management for employees in Berlin, including handling terminations, grievances, and compliance with German employment law.
Role type
HR Generalist (People Operations)
Builds
Employee lifecycle activities, compliant separation documentation, payroll processing, and office infrastructure support.
Domain
Social impact technology / Nonprofit sector
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
German employment law, HRIS management (Workday, Deel), payroll administration, termination and separation management, office management, recruitment support
Preferred skills
US employment law, US people operations experience
Responsibilities
Manage data entry for new hires and personnel updates; support managers on performance and employee concerns; verify and monitor monthly payroll updates; serve as liaison for immigration and legal counsel on terminations; manage grievances; coordinate office facilities and supplies; support recruitment and onboarding.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
