People Operations Partner

• Employee lifecycle operations: Manage onboarding, contract administration, employee data changes, offboarding, and documentation in line with internal standards and Croatian labour law.
• HR administration & records: Maintain accurate employee files and HR system records; prepare HR letters, confirmations, and reports as needed.
• Employee relations support: Provide first-line guidance to employees and managers on policies, procedures, and workplace topics; support resolution of day-to-day employee issues and escalations.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with HR processes, internal policies, GDPR principles, and local legal requirements (e.g., documentation, mandatory trainings/records where applicable).
• Recruitment support: Support hiring managers with operational steps (job posting administration, interview scheduling, offer documentation, pre-employment checks as applicable).
• Performance & talent processes: Coordinate local administration for performance reviews, probation reviews, and development activities; track completion and follow-ups.
• HR metrics & reporting: Prepare regular HR reports for site leadership (training status, performance status, etc.) and maintain relevant trackers.
• Employee engagement: Support engagement initiatives, internal communication, and local culture activities in cooperation with site leadership.
• HR projects: Participate in HR improvement projects (process standardization, policy rollouts, system implementations, audits).

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, Psychology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in HR operations/generalist roles (manufacturing/industrial environment is a plus).
• Good working knowledge of Croatian labour law and HR administration practices.
• Experience working with HRIS and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);
• Fluent Croatian; good English communication skills (spoken and written).

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Customer-oriented mindset with the ability to build trust with employees and managers.
• Structured, hands-on approach; ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.

• Opportunity to shape and improve HR processes at the site level.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment and exposure to Group HR initiatives.
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and internal policies.

Working Conditions

• Workplace: office environment with regular presence on the production site.
• Standard working hours;
• Equipment: laptop/PC and phone