HR Specialist in Munich, Germany (m/f/x)
About this role
JetBrains is an international software development company. Ever since we started, back in 2000, we have strived to make the strongest, most effective developer tools on earth. Our products are used by more than 15 million users worldwide, and 88 Fortune Global Top 100 companies are our customers.
We are currently looking for a reliable, proactive, and people-oriented HR Specialist to join our HR team. At JetBrains, we genuinely care about our people, and this role plays an important part in helping us create an environment where colleagues feel supported and valued throughout their journey with us.
You will ensure smooth day-to-day HR operations for our growing Munich office, including payroll data preparation, combining strong administrative skills, confidence in working with HR systems, and a friendly, solution-focused approach.
What you’ll do
Onboarding
Coordinate onboarding for new employees in Munich and remote locations.
Prepare and manage employment contracts and documentation.
Manage student and internship employment processes, including contracts, onboarding, and internship changes.
Support employees during their first few weeks and organize onboarding activities.
Coordinate payroll information and benefits administration.
Employee administration
Prepare employment confirmations and contract amendments.
Maintain and update internal knowledge materials.
Maintain employee records, HR system data, and documentation.
Respond to employee inquiries and provide support with HR tools (HiBob).
Contribute to HR process improvements, internal documentation, and HR projects.
Support employee terminations and offboarding processes, including documentation and benefit cancellations.
Assist in resolving conflicts.
Requirements
- At least three years of experience in HR.
- Knowledge of German labor and social security laws and payroll systems.
- Fluency in German and English, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally in both languages.
- Experience in the employment of foreign citizens.
- Experience in preparing personnel documentation and maintaining personal files.
- Good organizational skills and a detail-oriented mindset.
- Knowledge of HR software and Microsoft Office.
- Strong communication skills, the ability to work in a team, and a sense of responsibility.
- Why join us?
- At JetBrains, we do our best work when people feel supported, trusted, and respected.
- Performance is rewarded!
- We value strong performance and recognize it through feedback and compensation.
- Here are some of our global perks:
- A competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience.
- A flexible work schedule, with the option to work from home or from the office and set your hours around when you’re most productive.
- Learning and development opportunities, including conferences, courses, and language classes to develop your skills and advance your career.
- Free meals and snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day.
- Modern offices designed for focus, collaboration, and comfort.
- Internal events, such as company-wide celebrations, team gatherings, and hackathons where people connect and create.