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People Specialist (m/f/div)

Amsterdam, Rotterdam

Junior Employment Law Specialist 

Amsterdam, Rotterdam, hybrid

 

JOB PURPOSE

As DEPT®’s People team, we work together to create the best workplace in the industry. Open communication and clear expectations are the standard; we always make room for professional development and fun. We deliver what we promise and aim for happy employees (who we call Depsters) in an organisational structure that serves DEPT®’s business goals. As our People Specialist, you will be part of this great team of ambitious and fun colleagues. Within DEPT®, there is plenty of room for new ideas, creativity, and innovation!

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented People Specialist to join our dynamic People team. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting (operational) employment law matters, contributing to long-term compliance initiatives and you will also assist in updating and rewriting People policies in alignment with Dept’s vision and local legal requirements.

While your primary focus will be on supporting the team in the Netherlands, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to EMEA-wide projects. Reporting to the Employment Counsel EMEA and VP of People BENO (based in the Netherlands), you will play a key role in ensuring compliance within our People function. You will handle various employment law questions, you will prepare various labour law-related documents, support People policies, and assist with global mobility and regulatory compliance.

In addition to your legal and compliance responsibilities, you will play a role in shaping a positive and future-proof employee experience. You’ll help ensure that our policies and benefits align not only with legal standards but also with what matters to our Depsters.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about employment law, People compliance, global mobility, benefits and workforce regulations. You will work closely with your colleagues in the People team and with business leaders, so a proactive mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide operational support on employment law and compliance topics, but there are opportunities to support in multiple jurisdictions.
  • Support compliance related to immigration, work permits, and cross-border employment.
  • Support the People team and business leaders with questions related to contracts, policies and workplace regulations.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining People policies and procedures in line with legal requirements and Dept’s values.
  • Advise and support on our employee benefits, such as the Alleo platform, lease-a-bike, and mobility schemes, and help promote these within the organization.
  • You are the link between the regional Employment Law Counsel, the People team, and the business teams;
  • In addition to your supporting role, you actively contribute to strengthening our culture.
  • You will be part of our dynamic People team that supports the Benelux-Nordics market. The team is split across the Netherlands and Denmark, but the core focus is to support the Netherlands.

 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Have a minimum HBO thinking and working level preferably in a legal discipline;
  • Have work experience in employment law, preferably within a fast pasted company;
  • Have knowledge of People policies, procedures, local labour law and compliance;
  • Can bring fresh thinking and energy to the team with a can-do mentality;
  • Are punctual, proactive, have a positive attitude and can work independently;
  • Communicate clearly, take ownership over your actions and think in solutions;
  • Master the English languages in word and writing.

 

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

  • A flexible, hybrid working policy (2-3 days from the office, depending on location) and the opportunity to work from abroad for 13 weeks a year. 
  • 24 vacation days per year and the possibility to buy an unlimited number of extra vacation days.
  • DEPT®/YOU Learning Menu and DEPT®/YOU Special Programs. Develop your skills with courses and programs tailored to your needs.
  • Stay happy and healthy with a contribution to your health through the OpenUp platform, gym and wellness discounts, and healthy lunches at the office.
  • Get a discount on your lease bike and ride in style. You can also enjoy hassle free-commutes with an NS Business Card. 
  • A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021, has been named a Great Place To Work since 2022 in the Netherlands and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
  • Awesome clients. Whether big, small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with all of them. And we celebrate all of our successes together!
  • You can discover even more employee benefits here.

 

People Team at DEPT®: 

  • A group of ambitious and enthusiastic colleagues;
  • Good vibes: we’re trusting and believe in responsibility and autonomy;
  • If you grow, we grow. That’s why we’ll cheer you on and support you to develop yourself and grow within the company;
  • We make sure that our culture stays the way it is (open, informal, non-hierarchical) and that everyone feels at home within DEPT®;
  • Depsters approach us with all kinds of questions, and we ensure we give them clarity and an incredible employee journey.

 

WHO ARE WE? 

We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean? We are always looking forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating. 

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 30+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients problems, no matter where you are in the world.

 

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION 

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

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