People Generalist at Unifeeder A/S - Germany (m/f/d)

Hamburg, Germany

Are you a detail-oriented HR professional with a passion for people, structure, and compliance? Do you thrive in an international setting where you help shape efficient and employee-focused HR operations? Then we’d love to hear from you! 

Unifeeder is looking for a skilled People Generalist to strengthen our People team in Hamburg.  

Working in the People team at Unifeeder A/S

As a People Generalist, you deliver high-quality HR operational support across two key markets (Germany, Netherlands). You handle employment administration, coordinate payroll and benefits processes, ensure legal compliance, and contribute to the digitalization and continuous improvement of HR workflows. 

You act as the primary contact for employees and managers in day-to-day HR matters – ensuring clarity, accuracy, and positive employee experience. Collaboration is key; you work closely with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Payroll, and People Coordinators across Europe to align processes and drive Unifeeder’s People strategy.  

Working in the People team at Unifeeder means being part of a collaborative environment that values transparency, teamwork, and professionalism. We support each other, take pride in our responsibilities, and strive to create a great workplace for all our colleagues.  

“In the People team, we work independently within our specialized areas, but we support each other and share knowledge and ideas to reach results that matter.” Senior Payroll Specialist, Marianne Wehen. 

This role is based in Hamburg, Germany, and occasional travel within the region may be required. You will report directly to Lykke Saksager Svare, Chief People Officer. 

Who are we? 

Unifeeder is a dynamic logistics company delivering efficient transport solutions and sustainable supply chains to our customers daily. Operating across Europe and the Americas with more than 70 vessels, we facilitate the movement of over 3 million containers annually. As a key player in global and regional supply chains, we are committed to reducing emissions and fulfilling our environmental responsibilities. Unifeeder is part of DP World, a leading enabler of global trade. Learn more at www.unifeeder.com and www.dpworld.com.

Our employee benefits:

• Open and trusting work environment 

• International career and professional development opportunities 

• Flexible working structure (2 home office days per week) 

• Competitive base salary  

• Paid Deutschlandticket 

• Lunch vouchers 

• Complimentary fresh fruits, coffee, tea, etc. 

• Access to sport programs and discounts on memberships to select gym clubs and wellness facilities 

Key responsibilities 

• Execute HR operations - Manage day-to-day HR administrative processes, including employment contracts, employee data management, and compliance with local labor laws and data privacy regulations. 

• HR Compliance - ensure adherence to local labor laws and data privacy regulations. 

• Manage communication with 3rd parties including but not limited to pension, health insurance, and benefits-in-kind. 

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and transition processes to deliver a smooth experience for employees and managers alike. 

• Coordinate payroll and benefits - Collaborate closely with Payroll to ensure timely and compliant data flow and support benefits administration and time management systems. 

• Enhance the employee experience - Act as the first point of contact for employees, providing timely, accurate support and guidance on HR policies and processes. 

• Drive process improvement - Support HR digitalization initiatives and contribute to standardization and continuous improvement efforts across Germany and the Netherlands. 

• Maintain data integrity and reporting - Ensure accuracy across HR systems (Oracle, HR Works, Time-Info) and contribute to audits and reporting requirements. 
  
  

Who are you?

You hold a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, and have 3–5 years of experience in HR operations or a generalist role within an international or matrix organization. You combine administrative precision with a people-centric mindset. 

 
Furthermore, you bring: 

• Solid understanding of German labor law - familiarity with Dutch regulations is a strong asset 

• Strong knowledge of German compliance and regulation in the areas of taxation laws (income and benefits), social security contributions, health and unemployment insurances 

• Experience with payroll coordination and HR systems (Oracle, HR Works, Time-Info preferred) 

• A customer-oriented mindset, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and cultures 

• High accuracy, proactivity, and analytical skills, focused on compliance and continuous improvement 

• Fluency in English and German, both spoken and written 

Please apply as soon as possible!

There is no fixed application deadline. We review applications continuously and will close the position once we find the right candidate. 
For questions about the role, please contact Marta Smolik – People Business Partner at +48 697 626 060. 
For questions about the recruitment process, please contact Rainier Jazmin – Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at +45 3136 7655.