Junior HR Generalist

About the role

Join 3E's EMEA HR Operations team in Sofia to support German‑based employees throughout the employee lifecycle. You will communicate daily in German, prepare employment documentation, and coordinate with payroll and benefits providers while developing expertise in German HR administration.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding and off‑boarding activities for employees in Germany.
• Prepare German‑language contracts, amendments, reference letters and other employee communications.
• Maintain accurate employee records and respond to HR inquiries in German.
• Support payroll and benefits administration, liaising with German payroll providers and insurance vendors.
• Ensure compliance with German employment legislation and internal HR policies.
• Research HR topics, create documentation and maintain Standard Operating Procedures.

Required profile

• Native or C2‑level German (written and verbal) and professional English proficiency (B2/C1).
• 0–3 years of experience in HR administration, HR Operations or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Foundational knowledge of German labour law and HR practices.

Required skills

• Experience with HRIS or employee case‑management systems.
• Familiarity with payroll, benefits administration or time‑and‑attendance tools.
• Comfort using AI‑enabled tools such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot to improve efficiency.