Senior HR Generalist

About BYD

BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational based in Shenzhen, China. Operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit, and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions, BYD is dedicated to building a zero‑emission ecosystem.

BYD Europe BV, located in Schiedam, Netherlands, is the marketing and sales HQ of BYD Co., Ltd., based in Shenzhen, China. BYD Europe BV offers a full line of BYD electric vehicles, including all‑electric cars, all‑electric buses, and all‑electric forklift trucks.

Our Purpose is to build a zero‑emission future that reconnects humanity with nature and a World of clean air. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and wants to create a positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.

Department:
Human Resources

Reports To:

HR Manager

Location:

Hoofddorp Netherlands

Employment Type:

Full‑Time

We are looking for an experienced and hands‑on Senior HR Generalist to join our HR team and play a key role in shaping a positive employee experience while ensuring strong HR operations, employee relations, and compliance practices.

This is a highly impactful role where you will be involved in end‑to‑end HR operations, complex employee relations cases, works council collaboration, and HR policy & process improvement, working closely with the HR Manager and cross‑functional teams.

If you enjoy solving complex HR challenges, working closely with people, and driving meaningful improvements in a dynamic environment, this role is for you.

• Provide daily HR operational support and handle employee inquiries to ensure efficient and smooth HR service delivery; manage the HR Support mailbox and take full ownership of end‑to‑end case resolution, ensuring timely response and effective closure of employee requests.

• Support the HR Manager in daily HR operations and ensure the effective execution and delivery of key HR initiatives.

• Support full‑cycle HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding.

• Collaborate with the team to design and implement employee engagement and employee care initiatives, enhancing employee experience and engagement.

• Manage vendor contracts and maintain supplier relationships to ensure compliant and efficient cooperation processes.

• Provide support during critical business periods to ensure continuity of HR operations.

• Manage complex employee relations cases (including labor disputes), oversee end‑to‑end case handling, and develop solutions to mitigate employment risks.

• Support the handling of sensitive and high‑risk employee cases by providing professional guidance to ensure compliant and effective resolution.

• Continuously improve employee relations processes by identifying potential risks and proposing improvement initiatives.

• Maintain regular communication and collaboration with works councils, ensuring effective and constructive working relationships.

• Leverage works council channels to support employee engagement initiatives, satisfaction improvement, and culture‑building programs, strengthening employee belonging and organizational cohesion.

• Participate in the development, review, and optimization of HR policies and procedures (including employee handbook) to ensure compliance and alignment with business needs.

• Drive the implementation of HR policies across the organization and continuously improve execution effectiveness.

• Support HR data collection, consolidation, and analysis, and prepare reports to provide insights for HR decision‑making and continuous improvement.

• Support the execution of key HR projects (e.g., employee benefits optimization, compliance initiatives), ensuring timely and effective delivery.

• Coordinate cross‑regional and cross‑functional HR matters, facilitating collaboration and driving efficient resolution of complex issues.

• Guide and support HR Specialists in their daily work through knowledge sharing and capability…