Reports to: Europe HR Director / Global HRBP Lead

Location: Budapest, Hungary

Job Description (JD)

Project Lifecycle HR Support

• Participate in the full project lifecycle (from initiation to closure), developing HR strategies aligned with project objectives (recruitment, training, performance management, etc.).

• Monitor project staffing needs, dynamically adjust recruitment pace, and ensure workforce alignment with project phases (e.g., development, delivery, operations).

Recruitment & Talent Allocation

• Lead recruitment for key positions (technical/managerial roles), focusing on HEAD-level candidates and critical technical talent.

• Build a project-specific talent pool and optimize internal transfer processes to prioritize resource reuse within the project.

Employee Relations & Risk Management

• Manage labor compliance (contracts, transfers, terminations) to mitigate legal risks.

• Conduct regular employee interviews, resolve cross-departmental conflicts, and maintain team stability.

Performance & Incentive Design

• Develop project-driven performance systems (OKR/KPI) linking project milestones to individual incentives.

• Design short-term motivational programs (e.g., project bonuses, OTE) to enhance team efficiency.

Data Analysis & Cost Control

• Deliver HR cost analysis reports (productivity per capita, attrition rate, recruitment ROI) to optimize project budgets.

• Flag overstaffing risks and collaborate with business units to develop contingency plans (layoffs/reassignments).

Job Requirements (JR)

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in Human Resource Management, Psychology, or Business Administration.

• 3+ years of full-cycle HR experience, with preference for project-based HR support (IT, renewable energy, automotive, or consulting industries).

• Strong understanding of European labor laws and compliance frameworks.

• Business Acumen: Translate project goals into HR strategies.

• Data Analytics: Proficiency in Excel/HR systems for data-driven decisions (e.g., cost modeling, efficiency analysis).

• Communication & Coordination: Expertly liaise with executives and cross-functional teams, resolving conflicts proactively.

• Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional), HRBP, or psychology-related credentials.

• Experience in Agile project management (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).

• Proven ability to manage multicultural teams across Europe.

• Fluency in English is mandatory; proficiency in additional European languages (e.g., Dutch, Hungarian) is a plus.

• Willingness to travel across Europe as per project needs.