HR Specialist, German Speaker

About UPM

UPM is a global company that develops renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. We provide a positive experience for employees worldwide and live by our values of trust, teamwork, and courage.

Reward and Career Changes team – UPM Global HR Services, Kraków, Poland.

• Support local UPM units with administrative tasks related to the employment life‑cycle and benefits.
• Co‑operate with HR business partners at UPM mills and office sites and external stakeholders such as payroll and benefits providers.
• Provide advice to employees and managers on HR processes, policies, and questions via Service Now, phone, and chat.
• Maintain personal, employment, compensation and benefit data in the HR system (Workday).
• Prepare HR documents and reports.
• Participate in additional HR projects and initiatives as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Previous HR experience or a strong interest in HR development.
• Comfortable working with various software and systems.
• Committed to high‑quality service and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excel skills are an advantage.
• Fluency in German and English (both mandatory).

• Meaningful job that highlights expertise and company values.
• Inspired and motivated international teams.
• Responsibility for people and environment in line with our ethical principles.
• Comprehensive onboarding and development opportunities.
• Support with relocation to Kraków, including travel and free accommodation for the first three months.
• Attractive benefits package: private medical care, life insurance, sports card, training budget, holiday bonus, and a company phone for personal use.
• Flexible hybrid working model with support for remote work and flexible hours.

• Hybrid working model with remote work from home and on‑site collaboration at Eximius Park, Zabierzów, Kraków area.
• Reports to Manager, HRSC Reward & Career Changes, Service Manager Employment & Career Change.