HR Generalist

We are looking for a passionate HR Generalist to join our HR team in Geesthacht, Germany. In this role, you will provide operational HR support in all areas of the employee life cycle. This is a highly collaborative position where you will report to the HR Manager and Talent Acquisition Director being part of our international HR & Recruiting Teams.

• Support HR manager, works council and the management in the planning and implementation of personnel measures as well as the implementation of HR strategies
• Recruitment of new employees as part of the European recruiting team
• Contact and support person for employees and managers throughout the entire employee life cycle and personnel matters including onboarding and offboarding processes
• Ensure the maintenance of the personnel information, time recording and preparation of evaluations and reports in the system
• Preparation of monthly payroll and cooperation with external payroll and insurance companies
• Cooperation with the various HR departments of the Group as well as collaboration in international HR projects

• A completed bachelor's degree in the field of Human Resources or solid generalist HR experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and German. You are able to influence and build successful working relationships at all levels
• A team player who is adaptive, innovative and with proactive attitude to work at an international level
• Knowledge of the use of an HRIS system and MS Office programs
• You are available to work from our Geesthacht site on daily basis, with some occasional travel

• Opportunity to expand your HR expertise by supporting additional European countries
• Close collaboration with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond
• An indefinite contract in a secure work environment
• An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

Sensient Colors is a leading developer, producer, and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a vital role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products.

• Job Identification 6237
• Job Category Human Resources
• Posting Date 01/16/2026, 11:23 AM