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Global HR Specialist-CONTRACTOR (12 months), Remote/Hybrid

Vacature ID
496780
Geplaatst sinds
24-feb-2026
Organisatie
Digital Industries
Vakgebied
People & Organization
Bedrijf
Siemens Industry Software Limited
Ervaringsniveau
Mid-level Professional
Type functie
Fulltime
Werkvorm
Hybride (plaatsonafhankelijk/kantoor)
Type contract
Vaste termijn
Locatie(s)
  • Londen - - Verenigd Koninkrijk
We are seeking an experienced Global HR Specialist to lead a critical project: transitioning approximately 150 contractors into permanent employees across multiple jurisdictions and managing a number of potential cross-border working issues. This role requires deep expertise in global employment law including understanding employee relations and unionised / workers councils, compliance, employment law and tax implications and ensuring a smooth and legally sound conversion process. The ideal candidate will also excel in candidate management, offer negotiation, and building strong relationships with contractors / employees throughout the process. They need to be able to work in a global matrixed environment and work collaboratively with global and local P&O (People and Organisation) teams, employment lawyers, tax specialists, finance and talent acquisition teams.

Contract Details

• Duration: 12 months
• Start Date: April 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership:
o Manage the end-to-end process of converting contractors to employees globally.
o Create and implement policies and frameworks for contractor-to-employee transitions.
o Manage any cross-border employee risks, handling any prior tax liabilities if evident and transferring to the correct location if required

• Compliance & Risk Management:
o Assess and mitigate permanent establishment risk and employee misclassification issues.
o Review existing contractor agreements and mediate any potential prior issues caused by these
o Ensure compliance with local employment laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
o Understand when consultation is required and be able to draft workers councils applications

• Candidate Management & Engagement:
o Act as the primary point of contact for contractors during the transition process.
o Provide clear communication, guidance, and support to ensure a positive candidate experience.
o Develop competitive offers aligned with market standards and company policies.
o Negotiate terms effectively while maintaining fairness and compliance.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal teams (P&O, Legal, Finance) and external advisors to align on strategy and execution.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Extensive Global HR Experience: Proven track record in managing complex international employment projects.

• Expert Knowledge:
o Employment law across multiple jurisdictions.
o Tax and legal implications of contractor conversions.

• Risk Management: Strong understanding of permanent establishment risk and misclassification issues.
• Relationship Building Skills: Exceptional interpersonal skills to build trust and maintain positive relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders.
• Negotiation Skills: Ability to craft and negotiate offers that balance candidate expectations and organizational requirements.
• Project Management Skills: Ability to deliver large-scale HR projects within tight timelines

Preferred Skills

• Experience with software / technology companies an advantage
• Professional certifications (e.g., CIPD, SHRM, or equivalent).
• Previous involvement in different types of global environments – start-ups, large corporates is beneficial as is Mergers and Acquisitions experience