HR Operational Specialist (w/f/d) part-time (20h/week)

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

HR Business Partner

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The working time model for this position is: On-site

Your Role and Responsibilities

As an HR Operational Specialist (m/f/d), you will support the HR Business Partner at the site in all operational, organizational, and administrative HR matters. With your structured, reliable, and service‑oriented approach, you help ensure that HR processes run smoothly. You are an important point of contact for employees and managers and make a valuable contribution to operational HR work as well as local projects.

Your Tasks at a Glance

Operational HR Support

• Support the HR Business Partner in day‑to‑day business and take on a variety of administrative tasks

• Prepare HR documents such as certificates, letters, and templates

Recruiting & Onboarding

• Support recruiting for our blue‑collar areas – from posting job ads to coordinating the selection process

• Coordinate and support the onboarding process, including involving relevant interfaces and scheduling appointments

Health & Absence Management

• Organize, schedule, and follow up on BEM (reintegration) meetings

• Provide administrative support in absence management (e.g., handling inquiries)

Workday Administration

• Act as a point of contact for employees and managers regarding the processing of personnel actions in Workday (e.g., address changes, terminations, reclassifications, transfers)

• Support ensuring accurate and up‑to‑date system data

Coordination & Communication

• Manage appointments for HR meetings, interview rounds, and internal coordination

• Organize rooms, equipment, and relevant resources

• Send out information and support the maintenance of local HR communication channels

Reporting & Project Support

• Prepare reports and evaluations

• Contribute to HR projects – e.g., process optimization and site initiatives

You will become part of a dedicated team that supports your professional development and values your contributions.

Qualifications for the Role

Your Profile

Professional Requirements

• Completed commercial training or a bachelor’s degree with an HR focus

• Initial experience in an operational or administrative HR environment

• Confident use of MS Office, especially Excel and Outlook

• Experience with HR systems (SAP HR and Workday) is a plus

• Basic knowledge of labor law is desirable

• English skills at B2 level are required

Personal Competencies

• Structured, meticulous, and reliable working style

• Enjoyment of administrative tasks and operational support

• Strong service orientation and communication skills

• Discreet and professional handling of sensitive data

• Proactive and solution‑oriented mindset

• Team player with the ability to work independently

Our Benefits

• Attractive compensation and regular working hours

• Option for mobile working

• Modern work equipment and a digital HR environment

• Diverse training and development opportunities

• Short decision‑making paths and close collaboration with the HR Business Partner

• Company pension plan and additional benefits

• Collegial work environment and appreciative corporate culture

• Bike leasing

• Employee stock program

• Flexible time off – option for sabbaticals and purchasing additional vacation days

• Canteen

Please note: In cases of equal qualification, people with severe disabilities and those with equal status will be given preference.

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+49 (0) 621 381 3500

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