Senior HR Operations Generalist

Major Accountabilities:

• Primary HR contact for the Plant Manager and his direct reports
• Close collaboration with the local Works Council on all local HR matters
• Support with the plant's budget and headcount planning
• Recruitment of employees in the hourly area, from the creation of internal job requisitions to the onboarding of new employees
• Execution of the offboarding process
• Identification and expansion of recruiting channels in the hourly sector
• Targeted participation in job and training fairs
• Conducting HR employee conversations
• Definition and implementation of individual personnel measures in collaboration with HR managers and directors, plant management, and - if necessary - the Legal Department
• Preparation and implementation of salary reviews and adjustments in close collaboration with the Compensation & Benefits team
• Execution of talent reviews (OTRs) in cooperation with plant manager, preparation and implementation of development and talent management measures in close collaboration with the central Talent Management team
• Preparation of succession plans for key positions at the plant and definition and execution of development plans, in collaboration with the relevant functional areas
• Support in Performance Management (PIP) cases
• Support in Ethics and Compliance investigations in collaboration with HR managers and directors
• Further development and design of HR processes and tools
• Identification and definition of HR best practices at the plant
• Definition, management, and implementation of local HR projects as well as global initiatives for the Wuppertal plant
• Participation in HR initiatives and projects within Germany and across Europe
• Evaluation of the results of employee engagement surveys for the plant and derivation and implementation of action plans in collaboration with plant management
• Definition, updating, and review of job descriptions in collaboration with all functional departments
• Close collaboration with the local and regional HR teams, the Talent Acquisition Team, and the Payroll & HR Operations Team
• Contact person for external partners on HR issues (e.g., the Trade Inspectorate)

• At least 5 years of professional experience as an HR generalist, in HR operations, or in a similar position.
• University degree in human resources, social psychology, or a related field.
• Practical knowledge of German labor law.
• Practical experience in all phases of the HR lifecycle.
• Practical knowledge of general labor law matters in different regions and continents, as well as cultural differences.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with various stakeholders within and outside HR
• Patient listener with empathy for all colleagues who want to provide feedback and be heard.
• Creative approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication skills and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong focus on employees and the company, understanding of the business model and the company's direction
• Initiative and a mindset for continuous improvement
• Fluent English skills - C1 level, both written and spoken
• Ability to deal with ambiguity in a dynamically changing environment

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents

• Our working style: flexible work environment
• Learning, professional growth and development in a world-recognized international environment.
• Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications.
• Recognition for innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities to give back to the community