Associate People Partner - Germany - #2188437

About Us

Mintel is the expert in what consumers want and why. As the world’s leading market intelligence agency, our insights into consumers, markets, innovation, and competition provide a unique perspective on global and local economies. Since 1972, our data-led analysis and expert recommendations have helped over 5,000 of the world’s top businesses make faster, smarter decisions.

With 15 offices globally and our headquarters in London, our 1,200+ colleagues are committed to driving business growth — both for our clients and for ourselves. As part of our expansion in Germany, we are looking for an Associate People Partner to join our growing team in Düsseldorf.

The Role

As an Associate People Partner looking after our employees based in Germany, you will play a key role in supporting the employee experience and people operations in our Düsseldorf office. Partnering closely with the EMEA People team in London, you will provide first-line People support to employees and managers, contributing to the development of a positive, high-performance workplace culture in Germany.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a self starter, who knows what good looks like, takes pride in running smooth People operations and is eager to support the growth of a global business with strong local expertise.

What You’ll Do

Act as a trusted first point of contact for employees in Germany, providing guidance on People policies, procedures and operational queries

Able to build meaningful relationship with stakeholders

Work with People managers on People related matters such as performance management and employee relations, escalating complex issues where needed to the EMEA team

Ensure compliance with local labor laws and help adapt global people policies to the German market

Administer key employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, off boarding, references, contract management, right to work documentation and HRIS data updates

Liaise with our payroll provider to ensure timely and accurate monthly processing

Collaborate with the wider EMEA People team to support people initiatives, engagement programs and local implementation of global projects

Assist in employer branding and talent attraction by supporting recruitment operations and ensuring a strong candidate and employee experience

Provide administrative support for coaching programs, employee wellbeing initiatives and diversity & inclusion efforts

What We’re Looking For

Hands on HR experience gained in a generalist environment

Knowledge of German labor law and related People compliance matters

Independent, self starter and curious

Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks

A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and willingness to learn

Excellent communication skills in both German and English

A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field is a plus

What We Offer

Flexible working hours and hybrid work model

30 vacation days + 2 charity days + birthday off

Annual budget for home office setup

10 personal coaching sessions per year

Opportunity to work with a supportive, international People team and gain exposure to regional People strategy

Visits to our London HQ for training and team collaboration

A startup atmosphere in a growing German office backed by a well-established international company

Ready to Join Us?

If you are excited to take your People career to the next level in an international environment where you make a real impact, would love to hear from you. Apply today by submitting your CV.