HR Manager, Germany
GAC Motor Europe B.V. Open · verified Oct 20, 2026 At a glance
Manager-level HR Business Partner & Generalist role at GAC Motor Europe B.V. Berlin · no salary stated · we estimate €57,500–€77,500 across Germany.
GAC Motor Europe B.V. has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Run German HR processes from hiring paperwork and onboarding through probation and employee exits
- Coordinate payroll with outside providers, keep personnel files accurate, and prepare HR reports
- Lead hiring across commercial, technical and support roles, including agency relationships and employer branding
- Handle employee relations and disciplinary cases, support collective talks, and oversee labor and safety compliance
- Support reviews, pay and benefits programs, workforce planning, and organizational changes
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in human resources, law, business administration or a related area
- At least five years of HR work, ideally in an international setting
- Strong working knowledge of German employment law and HR compliance, plus employee relations experience
- Fluency in both German and English
Who this fits
This manager role suits an experienced, hands-on HR professional supporting a local organization and working with hiring managers and management. You should be comfortable with frequent business travel when needed.
From the employer
About the GAC
GAC MOTOR Europe was registered in March 2024 in Amsterdam and is part of the Guangzhou Automobile Group. Our business covers all aspects of passenger car sales, marketing and aftersales services. We are dedicated to delivering quality work and exceptional customer service in all aspects of our business.
Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (abbreviated as GAC group, 6601238.SH，02238.HK), headquartered in Guangzhou City, is a large joint-stock automobile enterprise listed in both Hongkong and Shanghai Stock exchanges. At present, it has about 100,000 employees. Fortunate Global 500 ranked No.181. The main business covers seven major sectors: research and development, vehicle, parts, energy and ecology, internationalization, commerce and transportation, investment and finance. Sticking to independent innovation and joint venture cooperation, GAC group is now transforming itself with all its strength to a technology-based enterprise. Adhering to the enterprise concept of 'Humanity', Credibility, Creativity', GAC is committed to building a world-class company which wins customers’ trust, ensures staff's well-being, and meets social expectations.
We are currently looking for HR Manager, Germany, the details Job responsibilities as below:
👤 Who You Are:
We are seeking an experienced HR professional to support our local organization and ensure compliance with German labor law and corporate HR policies.
🎯 Key Responsibilities:
HR Operations & Administration
Oversee end-to-end HR operations (employment contracts, onboarding, probation management, offboarding)
Ensure compliance with local Labor Code and local collective agreements
Manage payroll coordination with external providers
Maintain accurate HR records and reporting
Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
Lead recruitment activities for commercial, technical, and support functions
Develop local employer branding initiatives
Partner with hiring managers to ensure timely talent acquisition
Manage relationships with recruitment agencies
Employee Relations & Labor Compliance
Manage employee relations matters, disciplinary procedures, and terminations
Support collective negotiations when applicable
Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations
Performance & Talent Management
Implement performance management frameworks aligned with HQ
Support annual appraisal and bonus review processes
Identify training and development needs
Drive employee engagement initiatives
Compensation & Benefits
Support salary benchmarking and compensation review
Manage local benefits programs (insurance, pension, meal vouchers, etc.)
Ensure compliance with social security and tax requirements
HR Strategy & Reporting
Provide HR insights and workforce planning support to management
Prepare HR reports and headcount analysis
Support organizational restructuring when required
💼 What You Bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Law, Business Administration, or related field.
5+ years of HR experience, preferably in a multinational environment.
Strong knowledge of German labor law and HR compliance.
Experience managing employee relations.
Fluent German and English required.
Commercial mindset, strong communication skills, self-starting and hands-on.
Flexible regarding frequent business travels when required.
✨ What We Offer:
An ambitious employer; we only want the best for you.
A fast career track like only few other companies can match.
A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market); at GAC we strongly believe and live by ownership and meritocracy.
If you have any questions, you may always reach out via gaci_eu_gmo@gac-international.com.
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We are committed to creating a work environment of trust and respect for our employee, which we believe will motivate them to achieve their dreams together. Our employees and partners have always been relentless in their pursuit of excellence in the face of challenges. We are very proud of what we have achieved, and we are proud of our leadership. We hope you will give full play to your talents and help make GAC a world-class company.