German Speaking HR and Recruitment Administrator

About the role

We are looking for a German‑speaking HR and Recruitment Administrator to join a global market‑leader’s busy HR team in St. Albans. The role will support the full recruitment lifecycle for stores across Germany while providing general HR administration for the UK business.

Key responsibilities

• Manage internal recruitment for stores in Germany, working closely with hiring managers to define requirements.
• Advertise vacancies and build talent pipelines on LinkedIn and other channels across the UK, Germany and the Netherlands.
• Screen applications, conduct telephone interviews and create shortlists for each role.
• Coordinate and book interviews, provide feedback and ensure a positive candidate journey.
• Prepare starter packs, conduct inductions and maintain HR records (new starters, terminations, etc.).
• Support learning and development, legislation compliance and training for staff and managers.

Required profile

• Native or bilingual German language proficiency.
• Strong telephone manner and confidence conducting interviews.
• Highly organised, dependable and able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proactive, sociable and comfortable taking ownership of tasks.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary £29,000‑£30,000 per year.
• Company bonus of 10%.
• 25 days holiday plus pension, private medical and hybrid working (one day remote per week).