GQS GmbH is looking for a Senior HR & People Operations Manager (f/m/x) to own all operational HR topics from recruiting to payroll while shaping strategic People initiatives. You will be a key partner to our managers and work directly with leadership to build a professional and supportive environment.
What You'll Do
- Report directly to the CEO, placing strategic topics and updates on an equal footing.
- Manage the entire recruitment cycle for your departments, ensuring an efficient process and great candidate experience.
- Oversee the employee lifecycle, including contract management, onboarding, and offboarding.
- Advise managers as a trusted sparring partner on all HR-relevant and labor law issues.
- Handle preparatory payroll accounting, including questions regarding pensions, health insurance, and social security.
- Develop our People Operations processes with your own ideas and structures to increase professionalism.
- Actively shape and drive the implementation of strategic initiatives in the People Operations area.
- Participate in projects that continuously develop our People & Culture function.
What We're Looking For
- At least 4 years of relevant HR experience in a fast-paced environment.
- Solid knowledge of German labor law, contract administration, and payroll.
- Ability to work independently with high responsibility, quick comprehension, and performance standards.
- A natural problem solver with the perseverance to master every challenge.
- A passion for structure, efficiency, and clear processes.
- A genuine passion for people and creating a unique corporate culture.
- Strong communication skills combined with empathy.
- Self-reliant work style, taking full ownership of tasks and an eagerness to develop further.
- Fluent in German (C1) and English.
Nice to Have
- Experience in a start-up environment.
- Experience in guiding or mentoring colleagues within an HR team.
Team & Environment
You will report directly to the CEO and provide technical guidance to a Junior HR Manager.
Benefits & Compensation
- Subsidized Urban Sports Club membership and lunch.
- Company pension scheme with a 15% employer subsidy.
- Hybrid work model (Remote + Office) with flexible working hours.
- 100% personal responsibility, 100% trust, and 0% micro-management.
- Regular company lunches, yoga and sports sessions, and parties.
- Generous employee discounts on our products.
- Annual 'Jobbatical' to extend your vacation by working remotely.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid position based in Berlin, Deutschland.
GQS GmbH is an equal opportunity employer.
