13874 - Associate HR Representative, Hungary (hybrid) Job Listing at Kelly Services in Budapest, Budapest (Job ID 13874)

Description

Together we change lives. 

Kelly is a team of experts driven by our belief that the impact of the right person in the right job is limitless. 

No matter where you are in your career journey you can apply your knowledge and passion to move people, organizations, and communities forward.  You will have opportunities to develop your expertise and capabilities, both professionally and personally.  As a team we celebrate inclusion, caring and collaboration. As a company we value your contribution, we work with integrity, and we always put people first – so your impact really will change lives. 
   

Join our HR team in a hybrid role based in Budapest, Hungary!
   

This Associate HR Representative role acts as a key point of contact for HR, employee relations, and administrative matters, providing first-line HR advisory and operational support to the business. The position ensures compliance with local employment legislation and company policies while delivering efficient HR services.

The role supports the Kelly OCG business in the EMEA region, with a primary operational focus on Hungary and additional scope across Eastern, Southern and Central European locations. It is suited to an early-career HR professional with foundational HR knowledge who is developing toward a broader HR Generalist or Consultant profile.

The Associate HR Representative is accountable for:

• Act as first-line support for HR and employee relations matters
• Advise and coach managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and best practices
• Manage employee relations cases, including grievances and investigations, ensuring fair and consistent handling in line with employment law and company requirements
• Support collective agreements and statutory employee processes where applicable
• Manage maternity, paternity, and parental leave processes in coordination with managers
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace

• Lead and coordinate onboarding processes and deliver HR induction sessions for new starters
• Ensure a smooth employee lifecycle experience from hire to exit
• Support coordination of training and development initiatives

• Manage employee lifecycle administration including onboarding, offboarding, contractual changes, and benefit administration
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including payroll, benefits, attendance, and performance documentation
• Ensure global HRIS systems are updated accurately and in a timely manner
• Provide accurate payroll inputs and liaise with payroll/EOR providers to resolve payroll-related queries
• Maintain attendance trackers and other HR databases
• Produce HR reports and metrics to support decision-making

• Participate in HR projects aligned with regional and global HR strategy
• Analyze HR metrics and contribute recommendations to improve HR processes and effectiveness
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline administrative and HR workflows

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

•  1+ years of relevant HR experience (HR administration, HR advisory, or HR representative role)
• Foundational knowledge of HR theories, practices, and procedures
• Experience supporting onboarding processes
• Experience working with payroll providers and HR systems
• Ability to gather, analyze, and report on HR data and metrics
• Experience working in a fast-paced and agile environment

• Working knowledge of HRIS systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Workday)
• Knowledge of labor laws and regulations
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Familiarity with performance management systems
• Experience supporting training and development initiatives

• Strong communication skills in English and Hungarian
• Customer-focused mindset with ability to build strong working relationships
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Highly adaptable with the ability to quickly grasp new concepts and apply learning in dynamic environments
• Quick learner with strong intellectual curiosity
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Proactive, action-oriented approach with ability to work independently
• Ability to manage complexity and adapt to change
• Cultural sensitivity and commitment to inclusive workplace practices

Additional Requirements:

 •    Must be able to work in the office 3 days per week: in Budapest, Hungary
 

Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce, encompassing factors such as race, gender, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity.