About Franke
We, the Franke company with its three divisions, are a world's leading supplier of products and services for domestic kitchens, the professional foodservice systems and the convenience store sector as well as for professional coffee making. With around 60 companies, we are at home on five continents. Over 8,000 employees constantly take on new perspectives to identify opportunities and turn them into inspiring, innovative solutions for tomorrow's demands.
The Franke Home Solutions division is the world's leading provider of smart systems for domestic kitchens. Drawing on a long history of reliability and expertise, we help our partners enhance their businesses and provide outstanding kitchen and cooking experiences to our consumers by offering complete solutions for food preparation and cooking.
About the job
Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Generalist provides day‑to‑day operational support across key HR processes, with a particular focus on HR administration, time & attendance and basic payroll support.
The role also supports the HR Manager in partnering with Production and Logistics teams, contributing to the smooth execution of HR activities within these functions.
This is an excellent opportunity for a junior HR professional who wants to grow into a broader HR role while learning directly from the HR Manager.
Please note this is a 1 year contract (maternity cover).
Your tasks
HR Administration & Payroll Support, Reporting & Budget Support
Provide operational support to employees on administrative matters and HR-related questions.
Collect, verify and update HR data (attendance, absences, overtime, personal information).
Prepare and organize documentation required for monthly payroll processing and support the HR Manager in liaising with the payroll provider.
Assist in maintaining accurate personnel records and document archives.
Support compliance activities by ensuring documentation and processes follow company policies and labor regulations.
Be the operational point of reference for time and attendance management (holidays, sick leave, permits, overtime).
Ensure accuracy of data entry and assist in monthly reconciliations before payroll closing, assist in preparing HR reports and KPI summaries aand support data collection for budget and forecast activities.
Support to HR Business Partnering – Production & Logistics
Support the HR Manager in collecting information and preparing materials related to workforce planning and people topics.
Contribute to monitoring HR issues, development needs and engagement initiatives within Production and Logistics teams.
Provide first‑level support to supervisors for basic HR procedures, escalating complex topics to the HR Manager.
Onboarding & HR Operations
Support the onboarding process of new hires by preparing documentation and coordinating first‑day activities.
Assist in organizing training sessions and supporting development initiatives.
Help draft and distribute internal HR communications.
Requirements
* Master's Degree in Law or Business Administration and Management or Work and Organizational Psychology.
* 1–3 years of experience in HR or administrative roles; experience in industrial environments is a plus.
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
* Basic understanding of labor law and HR processes, with willingness to learn.
* Strong organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Proactive attitude, willingness to support the team and learn from daily operations.
* Good level of English (B1-B2).
What we offer you
* A learning‑oriented environment.
* Exposure to multiple HR areas.
* Close collaboration with Production and Logistics, gaining insights into HR management in an industrial and dynamic context.
* Professional growth opportunities within a structured and international organization.
* A collaborative team culture, where your ideas and contributions are valued.
* Training and development programs to support your continuous improvement.
* Competitive compensation package, aligned with experience and role level.
* Internal canteen.
* Flexible working hours, supporting a healthy work–life balance.
* Up to 1 day of smart working per week, in line with company policy and role requirements.
Contact details
Chiara Cramarossa, HR Manager:
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The Franke Group does not accept unsolicited support from headhunters and personnel consultants for our career opportunities. Any CV/resume vitae submitted to Franke or its employees by external recruitment agencies without a valid written recruitment agreement related to the position in question shall be deemed the sole property of our company. In the event that a candidate presented by an agency is hired in our company and there is no prior agreement, no fee will be paid.