Junior HR Business Partner

Junior HR Business Partner

Amsterdam

At Arup, HR plays a crucial role in supporting employees throughout their careers, with good employership as a core value. As a Junior HR Business Partner, you will be part of a committed and knowledgeable HR team, consisting of an HR Manager, Senior HR Business Partner, two HR Administrators, and a Payroll Specialist. Additionally, you will work closely with our Talent Acquisition team and international colleagues in the areas of Compensation & Benefits, Rewards, and Learning & Development.

Together, we strive for a personalized, high-quality HR service that aligns with Arup's values and ambitions. Due to our international character, a good command of the English language is essential.

As a Junior HR Business Partner at Arup, you will:

• Independently take responsibility for multiple departments within our organization. You will be the first point of contact for managers and employees with various HR issues. In addition, you will act as a critical sparring partner, translating complex issues into practical, efficient solutions.
• Work closely with our HR Administrators, where you will support each other to quickly and accurately scale. You will gain energy from building and maintaining sustainable relationships with various stakeholders and move easily at all levels within the organization. You will work within the frameworks of our HR policy and ensure that your knowledge of current laws and regulations is always up-to-date.

What else you do:

• You will proactively advise on topics such as inflow, throughput, and outflow, absenteeism, development, and performance.
• You will signal improvement opportunities in processes and actively contribute to various HR projects.
• You will contribute to an optimal employee experience, from onboarding to offboarding.
• You will work together with the HR Administrators to provide fast and high-quality service.
• Depending on your experience and ambition, you can also act as a prevention employee (in consultation).

Does this role inspire you?

We are looking for someone who:

• Has at least 3 years of relevant HR experience in a similar role, such as (junior) HR Business Partner, HR Advisor, HR Officer, or HR Employee.
• Has current knowledge of HR-related laws and regulations.
• Is well-organized, keeps an overview in dynamic situations, and effectively prioritizes.
• Is assertive, a true team player, and feels at home in an entrepreneurial and changing work environment.
• Masters both the Dutch and English languages excellently, both verbally and in writing.
• Is empathetic, yet professional, and has a quality-oriented attitude that fits within a progressive, international organization.
• Experience with Belgian legislation is a plus.

Why Arup?

You will join us directly for 32 to 40 hours per week, in a versatile and challenging HR role within a leading, international organization where innovation and sustainability are central. At Arup, we value the contribution of our employees to our collective success. Therefore, we offer a unique profit-sharing program, with which you directly benefit from the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional growth and development - Take advantage of extensive learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship tracks to develop your skills and actively shape your career within Arup.
• Global opportunities - Collaborate with colleagues from different countries on international projects and contribute to impactful, cross-border solutions.
• Financial well-being & ownership - Receive a competitive salary and attractive employment package. Through our global profit-sharing program, you also directly benefit from the collective success of Arup.
• Well-being & culture - Enjoy 24 vacation days (based on full-time employment) and the flexibility of hybrid work: three days in the office, the rest at home, with a home office allowance of €2.40 per day. We value a healthy work-life balance.
• Pension & leisure - We offer a solid pension plan through Zwitserleven. In addition, we regularly organize fun team outings and social events at our Amsterdam office.

At Arup, you are part of an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength lies in respecting, sharing, and connecting diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas.

We pride ourselves on our role as an employer that offers equal opportunities and strives for a work environment that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We invite talented candidates from all backgrounds to apply, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. We aim to make our recruitment process and workplaces as accessible as possible. If you need support or accommodations, visit our Candidate Support page for contact information and assistance. We look forward to exploring the possibilities together.