People and HR Operations Associate
SystemiqCompany Description: Systemiq is the system change company, working to accelerate the transition to a net-zero, nature-positive and more inclusive economy. As a certified B Corp, we partner with business, finance, policymakers and civil society to transform five interconnected systems: energy, nature and food, materials and circularity, sustainable finance, and urban transformation.
We bring together strategy, policy, market design and capital mobilisation to deliver tangible results in the real economy. Founded in 2016, Systemiq has grown to a global team of more than 300 people across Brazil, France, Germany, Indonesia, Kenya, the Netherlands, the UK and the US, united by a singular focus on sustainability.
People HR Operations Associate
Full time (80% is also possible)
We’re looking for a proactive and organised People Operations Associate to join our People team, supporting our European offices — primarily the Netherlands, France, and Germany.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth people operations across the employee lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding, HRIS management, and supporting day-to-day HR processes.
What you'll be doing
- Contract & Data Management
- Draft and process changes to employment contracts (e.g. contract extensions, hours changes)
- Maintain accurate employee data in our HRIS (iHub) for our European offices
- Keep personal employee files up to date for payroll and audit purposes
Onboarding & Offboarding
- Coordinate onboarding for new joiners across Europe, including scheduling, stakeholder comms, and induction materials
- Track probation periods and follow up with relevant managers
- Manage the leaver process, including exit interviews and offboarding logistics
Regional People/HR Support
- Be the first point of contact for day-to-day People queries from employees in the Netherlands, France, and Germany
- Support local processes such as leave of absence tracking, reference letters, benefits administration, and relocations
Payroll & Reporting
- Assist in preparing monthly payroll changes for European teams
- Provide HR data and reports for internal stakeholders as needed
Project Support
- Contribute to People team initiatives and support with ad-hoc projects
- Help maintain and update People-related content on our intranet
What we're looking for
- Proven HR or People Ops experience in a European context — experience in the Netherlands is essential, with France and Germany also advantageous
- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and confident juggling multiple tasks
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills — you’re approachable, empathetic, and able to work across cultures
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
- Fluent in Dutch (native or business level) would be great, and proficient in English (spoken and written) is essential
Diversity & Inclusion
At Systemiq, we absolutely believe diverse perspectives are essential to driving system change. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported and able to do their best work.
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