Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides a wide range of branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. Our products and solutions include labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and a variety of products and solutions that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving an array of industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2023 were $8.4 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer.

Please let us know if we can support you with reasonable accommodations throughout the application process by contacting our team via [email protected]. 

What we can offer you! - Your Role:

In this diverse role within our matrix organization, we are hiring an energized, inclusive, and forward-thinking HR Specialist - Employee Experience EMEA to join our global Workforce Operations Team in Germany (remote working and some traveling of around 5-10%) with a direct reporting line to our Global Workforce Operations (GWO) Director - Northern & Central Europe based in the U.K.

Calling all HR heroes! This is your chance to make a real impact on the employee experience across our EMEA region!

Your mission:

• Become an expert: Be the virtual go-to HR contact for our Northern European hub, with a special focus on our German manufacturing and commercial sites (Oldenburg, Löhne, Schwelm, Reichshof-Wehnrath, Gotha, Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Erlangen).
• Streamline processes: Ensure smooth HR processes: from data updates and onboarding to policy guidance.
• Master the tools: Become a PeopleSoft pro and keep data flowing seamlessly.
• Deliver exceptional support: Provide top-notch support through our case management system (ServiceNow/ad.a): answer questions, solve problems, and escalate when needed.
• Empower employees: Educate our workforce about available HR services and self-service tools.
• Drive improvement: Continuously identify outdated processes and champion positive change.
• Shape the future: Collaborate on exciting projects that will define the future of HR at Avery Dennison.

What we expect from you! - Your Expertise:

Your superpowers:

• HR experience: You have 1+ years of HR experience or relevant internships.
• Tech-savvy: You're a quick learner with new systems (especially Oracle HR, PeopleSoft and ServiceNow).
• Prioritization: You have a knack for prioritization and escalation.
• Discretion: You exercise sound judgment in handling confidential information.
• Communication: You have excellent communication skills in German and English, both written and verbal.
• Passion for service: You're dedicated to delivering exceptional service and positive employee experiences.
• Can-do attitude: You have a drive for continuous improvement and a can-do attitude.

Bonus points:

• Specialized experience: You have experience in payroll, benefits, or performance management.
• Project management: You have project management skills.

Ready to rock HR? Apply now and join us in creating a workplace where everyone thrives!

We offer:

• Attractive salary package / Workplace & work hours flexibility
• 30 vacation days + up to 3 additional vacation days
• Vacation bonus and Christmas bonus
• Company bike via JobRad
• Company pension plan and capital-forming benefits
• Discounted fitness studio membership (nationwide)
• Tax-free meal allowances (up to 40.00 EUR/month)
• Structured learning and development / Mentoring program 
• International environment 
• Events like International Women’s Day, Earth Day, etc.
• A growing and welcoming team with a good spirit!

Who we are! - Our Story:

Every voice. Every day! Eight Values. One Team!

Being open to every voice, every day, brings our value of diversity to life and makes Avery Dennison a vibrant and engaging place to be. We understand diversity and equal opportunities as enrichment for our future-oriented work. Across our diverse, global team, every voice makes us stronger. When we listen to and learn from each other, there is no limit to what we can achieve together. Each of us is unique, and we appreciate bringing together different personalities and talents.

Avery Dennison is an equal-opportunity employer. In the EMEA region, we have these Employee Resource Groups: 

• EmpoWer - focusing on the engagement, mentoring, and promotion of women
• Mental Health - striving to provide a safe space for employees to discuss mental health issues in the workplace
• Unite - supporting the LGBTQI+ and ally community in the EMEA region

To find out more about all our employee resources groups globally as well as our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach, please go to our Diversity and Inclusion pages in the About Us section of our website: https://www.averydennison.com/en/home/about-us/diversity-and-inclusion.html 

At Avery Dennison, we do what we love, and we love what we do - Just click here, and get to know us better: Life @ Avery Dennison (linkedin.com/company/avery-dennison/life/emea)