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Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
HR Operations Specialist
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About this Position
This role is responsible for managing core HR operations with a focus on C&B, payroll coordination and learning-related processes. The position ensures compliance with HR governance, including policy management with labor regulations and global standards. It also involves data analysis and reporting, while supporting total rewards initiatives and continuous process improvements. The ideal candidate brings solid HR experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic, global work environment.
What you´ll do
- Responsible for C&B operations and training/learning-related operations
- Coordinate payroll-related processes with Payroll team and other stakeholders (e.g., Finance, Outsourcing vendor)
- Responsible for HR governance, including policy review and update, alignment with global guidelines, labor regulation (e.g., rules of employment), and statutory training compliance
- Responsible for data analysis and reporting
Support total reward-related initiatives, including policy implementation and process improvements
Support total reward-related initiatives, including policy implementation and process improvements
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field
- Minimum 5 years of HR experience (at least 2 years of experience in payroll and total rewards is a must)
- Fluent in English (both written and spoken) and eager to learn, adapt and collaborate in professional work environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; detail-oriented and able to handle confidential HR information
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Retirement Pension DC
- Support for Employee Contributions of National Health Insurance
- Support for Medical Check-up
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 26094610
Job Locations: South Korea, Seoul, Seoul-Mapo
Contact information for application-related questions: recruit.hr@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
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Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.