(Senior) HR Business Partner - 12 months contract

Company Description

About This Job

Ready to make an impact in an organization that’s evolving and shaping the future? As (Senior) HR Business Partner for the Netherlands, you’ll play a strategic role—driving HR initiatives, guiding managers and employees through change, and ensuring a positive experience as we grow and adapt.

In this role, you’ll have the autonomy to shape HR for your market while partnering with global and regional HR teams to deliver initiatives that align with our overall HR strategy and local business objectives.

Your focus will include employee relations, organizational change, absenteeism management, engagement and retention, succession planning, compensation reviews, and other core HR processes—helping us build a resilient and thriving workplace.

You’ll join a collaborative team of four, working closely with HR Business Partners in Belgium and the Nordics, as well as your manager in the Netherlands who oversees Benelux and Nordics. We share knowledge and support each other across countries, giving you the chance to occasionally assist with HR topics outside the Netherlands and gain insight into other markets.

Your Future Responsibilities:

Within your client groups, you will:

• Serve as the primary HR partner for the Netherlands, driving local initiatives that support people and business goals.
• Advise managers on employee relations, absenteeism, performance, and organizational changes.
• Develop and implement HR programs that enhance engagement and retention.
• Work with works councils on policy changes and ensure compliance with Dutch labor law.
• Collaborate with global HR teams and COEs on compensation, L&D, D&I, recruitment, and legal matters.
• Lead annual HR processes, including performance reviews, incentive planning, and compensation cycles.
• Handle complex HR cases and improve systems and processes for efficiency and quality.
• Act as a trusted advisor, linking business strategy to talent priorities.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years of HRBP experience in the Netherlands.
• Experience managing organizational transitions and absenteeism cases.
• Background in working with diverse client groups, ideally in a cross-border matrix environment.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset and a can-do attitude.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Dutch (written and spoken).

What We Offer:

• An exciting job in a globally active company
• Mentoring: You can expect intensive support and qualified feedback from one of our mentors during your induction
• Training: A comprehensive training program within our Global Client Delivery Academy and a variety of other training options in our comprehensive learning portal
• Work-life balance: Working time account, flexible working hours and hybrid working
• Further development: Excellent growth and career opportunities at local & international level
• Togetherness: Working together in a dynamic, global environment characterized by team spirit and an appreciative atmosphere
• A high degree of responsibility, flat hierarchies, an open corporate culture and a very pleasant working atmosphere
• Modern office in a central location with state-of-the-art infrastructure

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Additional Information

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies.

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About Niq

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion