HR Business Partner

What will you be doing? 

As an HR business partner, you will be responsible for a specific “client portfolio,” which consists of one of our 11 specialties (where care is provided) combined with one of the support services and/or one of the vocational training programs. You will play a key role in fostering a positive work environment for employees within the organization. In this role, you’ll work closely with a dedicated HR advisor who handles the more operational issues. Together, you’ll provide comprehensive HR services within your area of focus.  

You are an HR business partner and play an active role within various teams. You serve as an advisor and strategic sparring partner in areas such as HR policy, leadership and cultural issues, and organizational (change) development. You provide advice and guidance in cases involving complex issues. You contribute to activities and projects that enhance employees’ expertise, engagement, job satisfaction, and well-being. You shape HR initiatives that strengthen the organizational culture and leadership. You contribute to employee retention and Arkin’s appeal to new employees. 

Why you are successful: 

• You provide the executive board and management with data-driven and well-founded advice on organizational structure, team dynamics, HR issues, and leadership; 
  
• You advise management on staffing and workforce availability in the short and long term, with a focus on both retention and attractiveness; 
  
• You are able to clearly articulate your vision for HR and serve as a high-level sounding board for managers; 
  
• You will build and maintain strong working relationships within the organization, proactively collaborating with various departments and teams to facilitate the implementation of HR initiatives and foster a positive corporate culture; 
  
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are customer-focused; 
  
• You know better than anyone how to connect with people and understand their needs and questions.  
  

We offer you: 

• Terms of employment in accordance with the GGZ Collective Bargaining Agreement, scale 65 (min. €5,140 and max. €6,716 gross based on a 36-hour workweek);
  
• This is a position for 32 to 36 hours per week, with the intention of converting it to a permanent position if the candidate performs well;
  
• An end-of-year bonus of 8.33% and 8.33% vacation pay;
  
• You are building up a solid retirement pension with the Healthcare & Welfare Pension Fund. 

• For commuting and business travel, you will receive a second-class transit pass—which can also be used for OV-fiets—or a mileage allowance;    
  
• Discounts on insurance from Univé and Centraal Beheer;  
  
• A work-from-home policy that includes reimbursement for setting up a workspace and compensation for days worked from home;
  
• With 11 specialties across various locations, Arkin also offers many long-term opportunities for your professional development and personal growth. To this end, we offer a wide range of training programs;
  
• A flexible benefits plan that allows you to use your gross salary for additional vacation time, a bicycle purchase, and supplemental travel expenses;  
  
• For your well-being, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, you’ll receive an annual wellness budget of €1,000 (pro-rated based on your employment status) and an annual vitality budget of up to €100 (for permanent employees working at least 18 hours per week), as well as access to the Nrgize platform to participate in activities such as boot camp, yoga, and salsa dancing. In addition, you’ll receive unlimited access to GoodHabitz’s online course offerings.
  

We work out of a beautiful headquarters where meeting and relaxing are the focus! 

What do you bring to the table? 

You have a clear vision for HR, excellent consulting skills, and a pleasant, persuasive manner. 

We would also be delighted to receive your application if you: 

• Have a passion for both tactical-strategic and operational HR issues; 
  
• Have a customer-focused attitude and a creative mindset to respond to the needs and trends within the organization; 
  
• Organizational awareness and the ability to excel in a dynamic environment; 
  
• have a higher vocational education (HBO+) or academic level of work and thinking.  
  

A Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) is a standard part of our hiring process, ensuring that we work together to create a safe and reliable work environment.  

Careers at Arkin 

As one of the largest mental health care institutions in the Netherlands, we are experts in urban psychiatry and addiction treatment. Arkin has 11 specialties and brings together expertise to provide appropriate care from multiple locations, including Amsterdam, Amstelveen, Utrecht, and Amersfoort. Our support services, such as People & Organization, Finance, Quality & Safety, and Real Estate, play a crucial role in supporting the 11 specialties and other departments within Arkin. Our headquarters is located in Amsterdam-Noord, easily accessible by public transportation. 

You will be working in a team of seven HR business partners and two HR advisors. The People & Organization department includes various HR policy and operations teams, such as Employment Conditions and Well-being, Personnel and Payroll Administration, Recruitment & Mobility, and Learning & Development. This means you can always rely on expert support right at your fingertips. Your manager is the Director of People & Organization.  

Interested? 

Call Marijke Kweekel (Director of Management & Operations) at 0620983990 or Harma Steenge (HR Business Partner) at 0652057718. They are ready to tell you more and answer any questions you may have. At Arkin, we embrace diversity and strive for an inclusive culture where we bring out the best in each other. We look forward to receiving your application.

The deadline for responses is February 21. The first interviews will take place during the week of February 23.

This position is open to both internal and external applicants. In the event of equal qualifications, internal candidates will be given priority. 

To ensure we can review your application thoroughly and carefully, we ask that you submit yourresume and cover letter in Dutch.