What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job Responsibilities:
As an HR Generalist (part-time, 20 hours/week), you will play a crucial role in ensuring efficient HR operations, overseeing employee lifecycle processes, and acting as a trusted and competent point of contact for both managers and employees of Cosma Sales & Engineering.
Your Responsibilities:
- Perform various HR related tasks including recruitment, candidate relations, onboarding/offboarding and employee relations.
- Issue employment contracts & amendments and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
- Prepare and follow up monthly payroll (pre-/post-processing) and liaise with Payroll SSC.
- Advise employees and supervisors on time and attendance management.
- Work with managers and employees to define and implement development and training activities, manage and review development and training enrollments.
- Actively participate in and provide support for a variety of HR processes & projects including Performance Management, Talent Management, Employee Recognition, EOS and HR Programs.
- Coordinate Magna's social/engagement activities, charitable and diversity events at the divisional level.
- Maintain data and ensure data quality in HRIS (Workday & SAP), process data changes, conduct HR metrics reporting and support data audits.
- Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
Who we are looking for:
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration or related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 3+ years of relevant work experience in HR, preferably in the automotive industry.
- Knowledge of HR policies, procedures and labor laws. Knowledge of payroll procedures, German tax and social security laws is a plus.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills. Familiarity with HR information systems (Workday and SAP) is a plus.
- Professional English language skills (verbal and written communication).
- Excellent communication skills, a hands-on attitude and the ability to think strategically and holistically.
What we offer:
- Flexible working hours and hybrid working options
- Health programs and team events
- International, dynamic and responsible workplace
- Training programs and internal development opportunities
- Employee discounts
- Profit participation program
- Employee & Family assistance program
- Additional statutory holiday entitlement
- Cafeteria
- Parking possibilities
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Cosma International
Top Skills
What We Do
We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries.
We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.
Why Work With Us
At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.