Junior HR Specialist
Today• Västerås, Sweden
The Opportunity
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Junior HR Specialist to join our HR Operations team in Sweden, with a focus on Time Management. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their HR career who is eager to learn and grow.
Hitachi Energy is a global technology company advancing the world's energy system through innovative power and grid solutions. As part of our HR team, you will support employees and managers with time-related questions and processes while learning from experienced colleagues across HR Operations, Payroll, and other HR functions.
How you'll make an impact
- Support employees and managers with time and attendance related inquiries.
- Process and resolve HR Time tickets received through service management tools.
- Assist with corrections and updates in time management systems.
- Monitor time-related transactions and ensure data accuracy.
- Support payroll preparation activities by validating time data and resolving discrepancies.
- Assist with period-end controls and reconciliation activities
- Prepare communications and user instructions.
- Identify opportunities to simplify and improve HR processes.
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Your Background
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Admin, Payroll Admin, or a related field
- 0-2 years' experience in HR Admin, Shared Services, Payroll, Customer Service, or similar
- Excellent attention to detail and a structured, analytical approach to problem-solving
- Good communication skills in Swedish and English
- Proficient in Microsoft Office package, particularly Excel
We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.
Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:
- Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)
- Group life insurance and additional insurances
- Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank
- Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)
- Health care and wellness allowance
- Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)
- Psychological support program
- Supplementary compensation for parental leave
- Various training and education supporting employee development
- Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally
- Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks
The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and type of contract.
More about us
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; we therefore encourage you to apply today.
Questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Johanna Niss - johanna.niss@hitachienergy.com
Union representatives:
Unionen - Karin Ulvemark - +46 107 38 51 42
SACO/Sveriges Ingenjörer - Maria Lönnberg - +46 72 200 47 96
Ledarna - Frank Hollstedt +46 10 7387043
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Client-provided location(s): Västerås, Sweden
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-216467
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-09-17T18:40:57
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Stock Purchase Program
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Professional Coaching
- Shadowing Opportunities
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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