HR Manager
Introduction
Ready to take the lead in a people-first culture? As HR Manager at Holland Colours in Szolnok, you’re building the conditions for people to thrive. You facilitate growth and collaboration, while translating global HR programs into local initiatives. Guided by a sharp understanding of business goals, you know how to ask the right questions to understand what teams really need. Your mission? To build a workplace where people feel supported while inspiring them to grow healthier and more skilled. In return, you’ll be rewarded with a salary up to a maximum of 1,460,000 Ft per month, a gross annual cafeteria benefit of 700,000 Ft and profit share potential of up to 1.5 months' salary per year.
What will you be doing?
As HR Manager in our plant in Hungary, you shape the future of our workforce. You actively gather what colleagues need and translate signals from the organization into concrete solutions. From wellbeing programs to hands-on training, you are in charge. With professional confidence, you support managers in making smart people decisions. This is what you’ll do:
- You take full responsibility for executing the EMEIA HR Divisional goals locally together with the support of an HR assistant;
- You are the go-to person for employees at the Szolnok site;
- You ensure the right workforce is in place: in numbers, in skills, and in mindset;
- You lead learning initiatives;
- You initiate projects focused on employee development and well-being;
- You manage a wide range of operational HR tasks: from onboarding and payroll to benefits, occupational health, internal communication, and events.
The Team
As HR Manager at Holland Colours you understand how to operate within a matrix structure. You report directly to the Global HR Director (based in the Netherlands). Around 50% of your time is focused on the local HR agenda, while the remaining 50% connects you to global initiatives, working with HR colleagues across Europe, America and Asia to share best practices.
Locally, you’re a core member of the Hungarian leadership team, working alongside with the Site Manager, Quality Control Manager, Operations Manager, Finance Manager and Safety Manager to help steer the Szolnok plant forward.
On a global level, you’re part of an international HR team of 9 professionals in Europe, Asia, and the US. You’ll lead a four-person team: an Admin/Payroll Assistant who support administrative tasks, two cleaners, and a receptionist. Your leadership sets the tone in creating a department that others trust, respect, and want to engage with.
What sets the Szolnok team apart? A warm, family-cultured feeling with strong personal relationships. Transparent and collaborative, built on trust, not titles. People look out for each other, and value collaborating in the office face to face. If you bring initiative and forward-thinking ideas, you’ll find autonomy and support waiting for you.
Responsibilities
Your Talent
As HR Manager at Holland Colours, you understand the rhythm of a manufacturing environment, and the people who keep it running. You listen actively to the needs of colleagues and the business and translate those insights into action. When needed, you ask tough questions and challenge leaders constructively to move the business forward. Ready to step into the driver’s seat? Here’s what you need:
- You have a bachelor’s degree in HR or equivalent experience;
- You bring at least 5 years of HR experience;
- You understand the dynamics of a manufacturing environment and know what plant teams need to thrive;
- You speak and write fluent English and Hungarian;
- You have strong knowledge of Hungarian labor law and social security legislation;
- You are comfortable using digital tools to streamline HR tasks;
Our Offer
As HR Manager at Holland Colours, you’re a visible, hands-on partner to the business. You have the freedom to shape HR locally and bring your own ideas to life. And if this is your first formal leadership role? Even better. This position is a great next step for an experienced HR Business Partner ready to lead, while having senior support when you need it. In return, you’ll be rewarded with excellent benefits:
- You receive a salary that reflects your experience, within the range of 800.000 Ft and 1.460.000 Ft gross per month;
- You have profit share potential of up to 1.5 months' salary;
- You enjoy a gross annual cafeteria benefit of 700,000 Ft;
- You travel cost-efficiently, with 100% reimbursement of bus and train passes, and 30 Ft/km compensation;
- You are covered by comprehensive group insurance, including life, accident, and health coverage;
- You benefit from a voluntary pension fund contribution of 3.5% and a school fee contribution of 50,000 Ft per child;
- You receive a year-end gift voucher worth 85,000 Ft.
Celebrating Excellence: A World-Class Workplace
We've won the prestigious "World Class Workplace" award. This shows our commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic work environment.
This award, was given to us by Effectory, an independent firm specializing in employee feedback research. This underscores the success of our efforts in creating a workplace where innovation thrives, and every team member feels valued and empowered.
