HR Consultant (0.8 FTE)

The Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences) is currently seeking an experienced: 

HR Consultant (0.8 FTE) 

You’ll be working in the creative heart of Amsterdam, as part of an ambitious HR team that takes pride in contributing to the next generation! 

What will you be doing? 

As a sparring partner, you advise managers on formulating and implementing solutions to personnel, change management, and organizational issues and objectives. You advise and coach managers in carrying out their HR responsibilities: recruitment and selection, sustainable employability, strategic workforce development, absenteeism, individual case studies, and legal status. You communicate openly and clearly in this regard. You participate in working and project groups on various challenging HR topics within the faculty and across the entire AUAS. You work closely with an HR staff member who is responsible for a large portion of the operational and administrative tasks. 

You feel at home within a large and complex organization. You recognize and understand the dynamics within the organization and are attuned to the various interests at play. You are able to collaborate at various levels and actively respond to what is needed. 

What are you bringing? 

• Relevant, completed associate's or bachelor's degree;  
• Extensive work experience, including at least 3–5 years as an HR consultant in a similarly complex organization;
• You have an affinity for and knowledge of digital trends, IT, and media; 
• You are at able to quickly analyze issues and formulate solutions based on your professional expertise;
• Up-to-date knowledge of developments in the aforementioned HRM fields and relevant laws and regulations;
• You have strong advisory skills and are a capable counterpart for management;
• Proficiency in Dutch and English, given the diversity of the workforce. 

Where will you be working? 

The Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (HvA) is the university of applied sciences of, for, and with Amsterdam—one of the largest universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands, deeply rooted in metropolitan Amsterdam. The city and surrounding region serve as a rich learning environment for us; an inspiring “laboratory” where students, faculty, lecturers, and external partners collaborate on a single mission: Creating Tomorrow Together.   

The Faculty of Digital Media and Creative Industries (FDMCI) is one of the seven faculties at Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. The faculty offers associate degree, bachelor’s, and master’s programs to approximately 10,500 students. Research is conducted by 8 research groups and 2 Centers of Expertise within the Knowledge Center. The faculty employs approximately 1,000 people (650 FTE). FDMCI aims to contribute to society, particularly within the metropolitan and international environment that Amsterdam offers. We do this by training students to become inspiring professionals in the fields of digital media and the creative sector. 

You’ll be joining a fun and dedicated team consisting of 5 HR consultants, 4 HR associates, 1 HR data specialist, and the Head of HR. Although each team member has their own areas of focus, we collaborate closely with one another. We work hard, achieve results together, and make time for fun and professional development. In addition to individual professional development, we also set aside time several times a year for team-wide professional development on relevant topics. 

Talent as a foundation, diversity as a strength  

The AUAS aims to be an organization where everyone feels welcome, valued, and at home. As an employer, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we can perform as a knowledge institution of and for the city. We would like to see the diversity of backgrounds and perspectives that Amsterdam has to offer reflected in our university’s workforce. Regardless of your gender, age, (cultural) background, who you love, or what you believe: we warmly invite you to apply! 

We offer  

• A great workplace with a fun team at an easily accessible location in Amsterdam. The HR team works in a hybrid model. Depending on the situation, work is done both on-site and remotely;
• HAY job profile for HR Advisor 1 and pay grade 11 (HBO collective bargaining agreement); 
• A salary ranging from a minimum of EUR 3,881.09 to a maximum of EUR 5,332.48 gross per month for a full-time position. The starting salary depends on education and experience; 
• Initially, this is a one-year temporary position (D4 contract), which we would like to extend depending on your performance, organizational developments, and staffing availability;
• The Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences offers a comprehensive package of employee benefits, including a generous vacation policy and a 13th month’s salary;  
• In addition, we offer (through our AUAS Academy and the online platform GoodHabitz) excellent opportunities for study and professional development. 

Would you like to learn more about this position? 

Jaak Mulder, Director of Operations at FDMCI, will be happy to answer your questions at 06-21155976 or via j.mulder@hva.nl.

Click the “Apply Now” button and submit your cover letter and resume by July 10, 2022.

What else you need to know 

• We will only consider your application if you apply via the “Apply Now” button; we will not consider applications sent by email;
• This job opening has been posted both internally and externally. In the event of equal qualifications , internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates;  
• The job interviews will take place on July 12 (round 1) and July 13 (round 2);
• Would you like to learn more about our application process? Please visit our website, " Working at the AUAS." 

In the recruitment and selection process for this position, we adhere to the HvA Application Code . Solicitation in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.