Powering our sustainable future togetherMobility has given us freedom. Opportunity. Growth. It has defined our world. But it has come at a price. To create a sustainable future, we must transition away from fossil fuels; and embracing electric mobility is key to making this happen. That's why, over a decade ago, EVBox was founded to empower the EV revolution.Today, that revolution is unstoppable. We’ve now entered the new era of mobility: one where electric vehicles have shifted from a niche technology to an agent of change in society. A disruptive force, no longer for the few, but for the many. It's time to take it mainstream.In this new era, we must lay the foundations of an electric mobility network that's fit for mass electric vehicle adoption. That's why we are leading the charge with a complete ecosystem of solutions for forward-thinking businesses and drivers. To build a world where electric mobility is the new normal.To get there, we need people from all walks of life who share our passion for creating a sustainable future. Join us to empower the global shift to electric mobility with our all-in-one EV charging solutions.About the TeamThe People and Places Department at EVBox is the glue that holds the company together. Today’s fast-paced, changing business landscape requires a strategic People & Places Department that is aligning business and people objectives. We envision a purpose-driven organization that focuses on personal & professional growth. Our mission is to make EVBox an effective, diverse and inclusive company, in which successful collaboration across teams is the norm. We support the business with all employee related topics such as hiring, strategic workforce planning, performance and salary cycles, talent management and measuring & improving employee engagement. Furthermore, we ensure that our facilities are safe and ensure a healthy workplace. Our mission is to make EVBox an effective, diverse and inclusive company, in which successful collaboration across teams is the norm. From hiring to offboarding, we make sure the voice of our employees is heard. Our department is split into multiple disciplines: Recruitment, People Operations, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, and HR Business Partners, and our Facilities Team.The People Operations team collaborates with the People & Places Department by supporting EVBox global employees on a wide scope of HR topics, while ensuring our internal processes and policies are updated, legally compliant and correctly applied throughout the employee’s lifecycle in the organization.As a key role in our People and Places Department, HR Specialist reports to Manager, People Operations. In performing this function, HR Specialists will collaborate closely with the HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, People Development, Compensation & Benefits, Office Support Team, as well as Employment Counsel and other relevant teams in the organization (Finance, IT and Legal).About the roleAs HR Specialist you support our People & Places department in the day-to-day operations, ensuring employees get the best experience throughout their employment journey in EVBox.The role entails, but is not limited to the following: Provide administrative support to employees on a worldwide scope;Complete HR tasks in our Jira HR ticketing system throughout the employee lifecycle in the organization (i.e., from hire to retire), not exclusively but including, new hires, promotions, terminations, job moves, contract extensions, changes of working time, salary increases, etc;Prepare a diverse range of contractual documents based on the employee’s entity/location, taking into consideration local regulations and requirements;Update employee records with new hire information and/or changes in their employment status in the HRIS BambooHR, ensuring its correctness and reliability;Act as a go-to person for employees on a global scope, facilitating their needs by providing information, guidance on processes, and administrative support (e.g., time-off management, business travel, benefits arrangements, ad-hoc reports and documents requests, etc…);Collaborate with external vendors in current agreement with EVBox (e.g., for visa or 30% ruling applications), ensuring the service provided meets the standards of the Group and serves the employee’s best interests;Contribute to various projects with the aim of improving internal processes and, ultimately, nurture a positive employee experience;Hold a critical mindset regarding all the processes in place in the People Operations team, proposing improvements and automatization possibilities that allow us to act in a more effective and efficient way;Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR Operations internal documentation and knowledge base, securing our core processes are documented and up to date;Update, develop and implement HR policies throughout the organization, whenever the need arises and when they serve the purpose of better clarifying the employee and/or the business goals and directives;Monitor and improve data quality in HRIS and across HR tools;Research, gather data and conduct data analysis and reporting according to the department and business needs;Stay up to date and comply with changes in labor legislation based on the different entities’ locations, contributing to the correct execution of laws, regulations and policies. About youEducation requirements Degree in Human Resources, or in other relevant areas (i.e., Psychology, Management, Business Administration);Basic knowledge of employment law and regulations in EVBox’s operating countries, with a primary focus in Dutch labor law. Knowledge of other countries would be valued as well (e.g., Germany, US, France, Denmark, Norway);Good knowledge of human resources or workforce basic principles and best practices; Experience requirements Previous relevant work experience in HR service/administration (including internships);Previous experience working in a manufacturing company is valued;Previous experience working in an international organization is valued;Proficiency in using MS Office. Solid knowledge of Excel is a plus;Previous experience working with a ticketing system approach (experience with Jira system is valued);Previous experience working with an HRIS is highly valued (especially BambooHR);Previous experience in payroll for EVBox’s operating countries is valued. Skills required Strong understanding of HR best practices;Hands-on with administrative tasks, attention to detail;Analytical thinking and a proactive, problem-solving aptitudeExcellent communication skills in English, both written and verbally (proficiency in Dutch is a plus);A good sense of customer service with a customer-first approach;Ability to handle sensitive information ethically and with discretion;Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;Excellent cross-functional collaboration, communication skills and teamwork;A critical and continuous improvement mindset;Ability to handle critical issues in a polite and positive manner. What to expect from us At EVBox, we believe that when people feel valued and rewarded, they can reach their full potential. That’s why we offer competitive salaries and review remuneration packages regularly to ensure that our pay always has a positive impact on performance. Furthermore, our benefits offering includes health and wellbeing, insurance benefits, retirement programs, as well as service awards—not to mention various social and recreational activities, some of which are location specific. Globally, we offer the following benefits as standard: WFH allowance for the days you work from home WFH budget to set up a home office Annual Personal Development budget to be spent on external courses/trainings Commuting allowance Quarterly team building budget available Leadership coaching and training Employee Assistance Program, where you can reach out anonymously to professionals who can help you with personal and/or work-related problems Online training courses offered (currently through Coursera) Support for mental health and wellbeing Referral program Company contribution to ClassPass subscription Volunteering day time off Company gatherings and social committee Are you passionate about the EV industry? Do you have an interest in renewable resources, new sustainable technologies, and clean future-proof products? Our growth and success are driven by the passion and dedication of everyone here at EVBox. We’re not looking for you to tick all the boxes we listed above. What matters most is that we share the same values, passion and work ethic. Don’t let the imposter syndrome get in the way of a great career move and apply—we’d love to hear from you. Across our 8 locations, more than 700 EVBoxers work together to provide electric vehicle charging solutions that help businesses move forward. Are you ready to join them? Hit apply. Want us to know why you're interested—a short cover letter always helps! At EVBox, we are committed to a non-discriminatory approach, providing equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all our teams and programs. We believe in an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace where all employees, no matter their gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education or disability, feel valued and respected. We respect and value diverse life experiences, heritages and ensure that all voices are heard. Where possible, we provide accommodations for people with disabilities to support your participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Do you want to get to know us even better? Then pay a visit to our Career page, blog or check out our social media channels: LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook or Twitter.