HR Business Partner

Looking for an experienced HR Business Partner
Opportunity reference: 6828

Olie & Gas, chemicals and storage

Noord-Holland

Amsterdam area

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Organisation

An engineering company active for/in the international oil&gas industry.

What are you going to do?

Are you an experienced HR professional who thrives in an international environment? Do you enjoy working at both strategic and hands-on levels, partnering with management and employees to make a real impact? For the Human Resources Department of our client, we are looking for a HR Business Partner with strong knowledge of Dutch employment law and experience in an international organisation.

As HR Business Partner, you will be part of our HR team and play a key role in shaping the people strategy, supporting managers, and contributing to a culture where people can grow and perform at their best.

In this role, you will work closely with management and employees across the organisation to:

Build strong relationships that enable the delivery of professional, value-adding HR services
Drive the annual HR cycle, including performance management and compensation & benefits, and contribute to continuous improvement
Implement and further develop corporate HR processes and policies, ensuring they meet business needs
Provide expert advice to management on employee relations, performance management, absence management, talent development, and compensation & benefits
Handle complex employee relations matters with confidence and professionalism
Partner with managers on recruitment strategy to attract and retain top-tier talent
Participate in HR projects as agreed with Management Team and Corporate HR
Provide HR support as part of the company’s emergency response organisation

Qualifications

You are a great communicator (Dutch and English) with strong organisational skills. You are able to initiate improvements and solve complex issues for which helicopter view, in-depth expertise and good understanding of the business (context) are necessary. You take ownership and are reliable in delivering results, you think and act across boundaries of responsibilities and you influence cooperation and ambiance in a positive way.

Furthermore, you:

are a certified HR professional and hold at least a bachelor’s degree in HR or equivalent.
have proven experience as a HR Business Partner or similar advisory role within the Dutch industry.
have sound knowledge of Dutch labour law (which is essential for this position), HR best practices and industry trends.
are fluent in both Dutch and English.
proven experience in leading (whole or parts of) HR projects within an international organization.
have experience with HR and Payroll systems, preferably ADP (iHCM2)
have effective influencing and communication skills at all levels within the organisation.

Offer

Selectum has been bringing clients and technicians together for over 20 years, for both temporary and permanent contracts. We have a wide range of experience in guiding highly skilled technical professionals coming from abroad to start working in the Netherlands. We will assist you through all kinds of issues such as legislation, permit requirements and housing. Our motto is “Making it work together!”. This is the basis for a long-term cooperation and we are happy to support you and your career. We offer you a competitive salary within the sector and in addition, we pay out an annual profit share and we never forget your birthday!

Questions about the vacancy/assignment?

Do you have questions about the role, the work, or the work environment?
Our consultant is here to help and can provide you with all the details.
Whether it’s about the project itself, the team culture, growth opportunities, or practical arrangements—feel free to reach out directly.

Lennaert van Zon

l.zon@selectum.nl

06 4600 7522

Why Selectum

Great matches aren’t made in spreadsheets—they’re made through real conversations.
That’s why Selectum takes a different approach. We speak personally with both clients and candidates, taking the time to understand the people, the context, and the requirements. We know who fits where—and why.

Our strength lies in relationships and technical insight. In sectors where safety and quality are critical, every decision matters. That’s why we choose carefully—ensuring the right person is in the right place. What are you looking for?