HR Consultant

Where will you be working?

You will be working within the HRM department, which consists of eleven employees. You will be part of an enthusiastic and complementary team of four HR advisors and will work closely with, among others, the staff in the payroll and personnel administration departments. In recent years, the HRM department has made significant strides in implementing an HR policy focused on development and quality. In the coming years, the themes of diversity and inclusion, professionalization, and sustainable employability will be high on the agenda. In addition, we are working on the further development of our own HR processes, including the renewal of the performance review cycle and the optimization of the wellness policy.

As an HR Advisor, you will work closely with other administrative departments to ensure that HR advice and support for the schools and other departments are optimally tailored to their needs. Every Thursday, you will have the opportunity to discuss topics and present case studies with the Head of HR and the other HR Advisors, thereby actively contributing to the further development and improvement of the HR strategy.

With over 4,300 students, the Utrecht School of the Arts (HKU) is the largest arts university in the Netherlands and, as such, one of Europe’s largest knowledge institutions focused on the arts, culture, the creative industries, and arts education. HKU offers a wide range of programs across nineschools.

HKU is at the heart of society and is shaping the future. Learning, researching, and creating together are at the core of what we do. The focal points of Art of Care and Well-being, Art of Identity and Inclusion, and the Art of Sustainability and Circularity guide our focus. We are rooted in Utrecht and operate nationally and internationally. HKU’s ambition is “to offer and organize excellent arts education and arts research that has meaning and impact on people and society.” As HKU, we stand at the heart of that society and strive to be as diverse and inclusive as possible. Our success depends entirely on the quality of our people and the ideas they bring. That is why we are curious about your talent and how you can make a difference for our organization. 

What will you be doing?

• You have several different components (school and/or back office) set up as your own "internal account";
• You will advise, support, and consult with managers on HR issues. These issues include recruitment, retention, and turnover, professional development, and employee behavior and well-being;
• You actively promote HKU’s personnel policy and serve as the point of contact for all employees regarding advice and customized requests;
• You will manage an HR area to be determined (e.g., employee well-being or professional development);
• You will contribute to the continued professionalization of the HR department and play an active role in organization-wide HR projects.

What do you bring to the table?

• A completed associate's degree in HRM, supplemented by several years of work experience in the HR field;
• Relevant experience in policy preparation, development, and implementation;
• A thorough understanding of laws and regulations governing labor law and employment conditions;
• You have strong advisory skills and a friendly, proactive attitude;
• You have a process-oriented mindset, a results-driven approach to work, and the ability to see the big picture and keep an eye on it while maintaining attention to detail;
• You are well-versed in project management;
• You're a good team player.

What do we offer?

• For this position, we offer a salary in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement for higher professional education (CBA-HBO) and attractive benefits;
• The gross monthly salary for a full-time position ranges from a minimum of €3,610 to a maximum of €5,378 (pay grade 10), depending on education and experience;
• We offer a one-year contract, with the possibility of a permanent position upon satisfactory performance;
• Vacation pay (8%) and a year-end bonus of 8.3%;
• Time and resources to support your professional development, well-being, and long-term employability;
• A good pension plan, commuting allowance, parental leave, and much more.

Would you like more information and/or to apply?

• If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Arvid van Saane (Head of HR) atarvid.vansaane@hku.nlor 06 20 59 89 32.
• The application deadline is Sunday, March 16, 2025.
• The first round of talks is expected to take place on Tuesday, March 18; the second round on Friday, March 21, 2025.

The position is being advertised both internally and externally. In the event of equal qualifications, internal candidates will be given priority.

Recruitment agencies are asked to refrain from contacting us regarding this job opening.