Human Resources Assistant (SEKISUI EUROPE B.V.)

This position is responsible for developing and implementing procedures regarding Japanese expats, including obtaining visas, benefits administration, and ensuring a smooth transition to their new country of employment. Please note that this is a temporary position with a maximum duration of two years.

• Executes expat assignment procedures in coordination with SEKISUI Business Associates ("SBA"), including work and residence permit applications, 30% ruling applications, onboarding and offboarding processes, benefits administration, accommodation arrangements, payroll and tax-related support, and other required administrative procedures etc.
• Supports and facilitates the smooth integration of expats and their families to ensure a comfortable living and working environment and promote their well-being, including assistance with local authority registrations, insurance arrangements, and Düsseldorf Japanese Club membership registration etc.
• Manages employee benefits administration such as company cars and apartments, support contract administration processes, and act as the key contact person for external vendors and service providers.
• Provides support to expats when and as required
• Completes the iSmile registration process for new hires in the European companies
• Completes the SAP Success Factors registration process for employees at SEBV and SEKISUI Chemical GmbH (“GmbH”)
• Supports handling the Onboarding and Offboarding process for the SEBV employees
• Maintains the e-personnel files for the SEBV employees and expats
• Handles the vacation tracking for the SEBV employees and expats
• Provides administrative support to HR of SEBV

• At least two years demonstrated experience in HR
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Excel
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Self-starter, independent and pro-active worker with the ability to successfully work on different projects at the same time
• Ability to adapt and respond to changing work priorities effectively, maintaining composure and responding positively to change

• Effective communication skills in English and German, including verbal and written are mandatory
• Proficiency in Japanese would be considered an advantage

SEKISUI EUROPE B.V., is the European headquarters of the SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group in Europe. In Europe, SEKISUI consists of 15 companies, around 1,000 employees and offers outstanding solutions for industrial applications with focus on four business fields: Mobility, Construction & Infrastructure, Electronics and Medical & Diagnostics.