Regional HR Specialist (Fixed Term 12 months)

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB

The opportunity Are you excited about becoming our newest addition to the Europe, Middle East, and Africa team within Employer Branding at Hitachi Energy as our Employer Branding Trainee with a focus on Sweden? Then we warmly welcome you to apply! In this role you will drive Employer Branding, recruitment marketing, and university relations initiatives in Sweden but with occasional projects on an EMEA level that aim to position Hitachi Energy as THE destination employer in the energy sector. This role is a fixed-term contract role of 12 months. You will partner cross-functionally with talent units, early careers, and Inclusion teams, as well as key stakeholders and leaders in the business. You will have a lot of fun collaborating with Hitachi Energy ambassadors and external vendors while organizing and running exciting Employer Branding events on campus and beyond. You will also collaborate with internal and external partners to manage campaigns, attract, and retain talent all while bringing our Employer Brand to life. The Employer Branding Trainee, EMEA will report to the Senior Employer Branding Specialist, EMEA, based in both Stockholm and Västerås, Sweden. “Sweden is an exciting market for Hitachi Energy, with a lot happening in the energy transition. We work as a team, support each other, and tackle challenges together. Join us and be part of it!” Leonie Brinkmann, Senior Employer Branding Specialist, EMEA How you’ll make an impact Work cross-functionally with regional stakeholders, such as Talent Acquisition and HR, to support key hiring needs. Proactively work with business partners to develop recruitment marketing strategies for business units across Sweden with the help of your supervisor. Support university relations such as career events, local partnerships, and engagements. This includes owning and managing the full campus activity calendar for Sweden. Be a brand ambassador on campus and attract students to Hitachi Energy where applicable. You will have business ambassadors supporting you. Stay up to date with Employer Brand and recruitment marketing best practices. Support the Employer Branding team on internal Inclusion activities. Your background Current or recently completed studies within Employer Branding, Marketing, Communication, Journalism, HR, or other related education. No previous experience in Talent Acquisition, Employer Branding, and/or Digital Marketing needed but a keen interest in learning about these topics. Ability to think “big picture” across countries and business initiatives and translate into actionable priorities. Strong commitment to and passion for incorporating Inclusion into everything you do. You have great interpersonal and communication skills and the wish to collaborate in a dynamic and multicultural environment. Demonstrate initiative as well as project and/or event skills. Fluency in Swedish is required with a good working knowledge of English, both written and spoken to be able to interact with various stakeholders across Sweden and EMEA. What we offer Collective agreement Flexible working time Mentor to support you throughout the onboarding phase Various trainings and education supporting employee development More about us Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like something you would be excited about doing? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so the sooner you show your interest, the better! More information: Kerstin Tschernigg, Hiring Manager, Employer Branding Lead, EMEA, kerstin.tschernigg@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42, Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 7387043. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner cajsa.fellerfeldt-eklund@hitachienergy.com

Wolt

ABOUT WOLT At Wolt, we create technology that brings joy, simplicity and earnings to the neighborhoods of the world. In 2014 we started with delivery of restaurant food. Now we’re building the delivery of (almost) everything and you’ll find us in over 500 cities in 30 countries around the world. In 2022 we joined forces with DoorDash and together we keep on dreaming big and expanding across the globe. Working at Wolt isn’t always easy, but it’s definitely exciting. Here you’ll learn more, build more, and ship more than in most other companies. You’ll be challenged a lot, but also have a lot of fun on the way. So, if you’re a self-starter with drive and entrepreneurial spirit, this could be the ride of your life. Are you eager to elevate your HR career within an innovative global tech company where your contributions have a tangible impact? Welcome aboard! We're in search of dynamic, meticulous HR enthusiasts eager to help us take the Wolt employee experience to the next level. If you're driven by the challenge of navigating the complexities of HR and aspire to make a meaningful difference in team members’ lives, your search ends here! The People Team at Wolt consists of about 200 HR, Talent, Tech, Payroll and Talent Acquisition professionals located in Helsinki, Budapest, Copenhagen, Berlin, Tel-Aviv, Athens, Tbilisi and more. We’re a global People function, well-respected by the people and teams that we support and partner with. To reach the next stage in our exciting growth plans, we are now looking for a Regional HR Operations Specialist to join our global People Team, based in Helsinki. As our Regional HR Operations Specialist you will have holistic ownership of our entire employee lifecycle at our offices in Finland and support HR operations across Region North. Your central focus will be to quickly understand and build on the core HR foundations that are already in place and take our HR service delivery to the next level. You’ll do that both for our core business and our vertical, Wolt Market. Please note that this is a fixed-term contract for one year. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING  * Address advanced HR inquiries (Tier 2): Offer expert advice on sophisticated HR queries, supporting Wolt employees across Finland and the North Region countries with their nuanced HR needs. * HR program implementation: Support the execution of targeted HR programs, including compensation reviews and performance appraisals. * Analytical insight: Utilize HR data to craft insightful analyses and reports, aiding decision-making and enhancing our HR intelligence. * Navigate employee relations: Manage sensitive employee concerns and grievances, ensuring a fair, respectful, and legally compliant resolution process. * Compliance mastery: Monitor and help us enforce adherence to labor laws and regulatory standards, safeguarding our organization against legal risks. * System enhancement and maintenance: Continuously refine our HR tools and platforms for optimal efficiency, particularly Workday, ensuring high data integrity and functionality. * Specialized training initiatives: Design and deliver onboarding and training sessions, focusing on elevating the skills and competencies of our team leads and team members. * Complex issue resolution: Collaborate closely with People Partners to tackle and resolve high risk HR challenges. * Support end-to-end employee life cycle processes: Answer general HR queries (Tier 1), write employment contracts, handle data in Workday, and play an active role in monthly payroll-related tasks and management. WHAT MAKES YOU THE PERFECT CANDIDATE * Communication skills: Fluent Finnish and English abilities, both verbal and written. * Background: People/HR Operations experience in Finland, ideally in a multi-country, global environment * HR passion: A genuine zeal for impacting lives positively through HR. * Service excellence: A commitment to delivering exceptional service experiences. * Technological affinity: An enthusiasm for digital solutions and HR technology. * HR knowledge: Solid grounding in HR fundamentals, whether through education or practical experience. * Process orientation: A love for structured, efficient work processes. * Learning and growth: A relentless pursuit of HR knowledge and expertise. * Problem-solving: A proactive approach to overcoming challenges. * Independence and collaboration: Exceptional at working both autonomously and as part of a team. * Digital proficiency: Comfortable in a digital-first, interconnected work environment. WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US * Continuous learning: Significant growth in a fast-scaling global tech firm * Competitive compensation * Flexible environment: Embrace a hybrid work model, blending office presence with flexibility OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.

ESW

Payroll Specialist The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate, compliant, and timely delivery of payroll and benefits administration across multiple jurisdictions. This role partners closely with Finance, HR, employees, external vendors, and contractor providers to ensure an excellent employee experience, full compliance with statutory and company requirements, and a continuous focus on process improvement and operational excellence. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Process payroll across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accurate and timely payments, payroll changes, accruals, overtime, bonuses, and reporting. * Administer employee benefits programs, including healthcare, pensions, and other regional benefit schemes. * Manage payroll and benefits queries, providing excellent customer service and resolving issues in a timely manner. * Maintain relationships with payroll, benefits, and contractor service providers, ensuring effective service delivery and compliance. * Support employee onboarding by providing payroll and benefits guidance to new hires. * Prepare payroll-related financial documentation, including journals, invoices, purchase orders, and audit support. * Maintain payroll and benefits resources on the company intranet, promoting employee self-service and process efficiency. * Contribute to process improvements, system enhancements, new vendor implementations, and benefits harmonisation initiatives across regions. REQUIREMENTS MANDATORY: * 3+ years' experience in high-volume payroll processing in Ireland, managing multiple priorities with overlapping deadlines.  * Experience using payroll systems such as CloudPay or similar payroll software.  * Strong understanding of payroll, benefits administration, and statutory compliance requirements. * Advanced Excel skills. * Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. * Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to explain complex payroll concepts to non-payroll stakeholders. * Proven commitment to delivering excellent customer service to employees and stakeholders. * Ability to deliver work within agreed timelines while maintaining accuracy. High level of personal accountability, professionalism, and discretion. * Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organisation. NICE-TO-HAVE: * IPASS qualification (or equivalent) * Additional qualification in HR, Business Studies, or a related discipline is desirable.     ABOUT ESW Our purpose is simple: to create moments that matter between people and the brands they cherish. We enable brands to expand their global reach, facilitating simple and seamless ecommerce experiences for consumers worldwide. Through our integration solutions, we deliver a complete international checkout experience, including local duties, taxes, fulfilment, delivery management, and global returns and payment processing capabilities. Guided by our values—Own It, Champion Simplicity, Win as One, and Debate then Commit—we strive to foster innovation, accountability, and teamwork, creating solutions that inspire trust and drive impactful results. WHY JOIN US * Fixed Term contract: A six month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. * Competitive salary and benefits: Your financial well being is important to us. Join ESW and experience the satisfaction of being rewarded for your hard work, dedication and commitment. * Fitness & Lifestyle Perks: Stay active your way with a reduced-rate Flyefit membership and no joining fee, or take advantage of our Cycle to Work Scheme to purchase a tax-free bike. * Smart Commuting: Save on your daily journey with the Tax Saver Scheme, offering discounted public transport tickets to make commuting easier and more cost-effective. * Hybrid working: Enjoy the best of both worlds with 2–3 days in our office North Wall, Dublin, and 2–3 days working from the comfort of your home.  * Diversity, Belonging & Inclusion: When we win, we win together. You'll be part of a culture that values every individual for who they are, fostering an environment where uniqueness is encouraged. ESW is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity, equity, & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment and employees at ESW are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you require any reasonable accommodations or adjustments throughout the hiring process, please let us know. We are dedicated to ensuring equal access and opportunity for all candidates.   #LI-hybrid #LI-TS1