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Principal HR Generalist
MiniMed · Heerlen
About the role
At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.
What you will do
You will report to the HR Director DACH & Netherlands and work closely with international HR colleagues, and business leaders across the Netherlands.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, demonstrates ownership, and is motivated by improving how things work in a dynamic and evolving environment.
What you will do
Business Partnership and Employee Support
Build trusted relationships with leaders and employees by providing practical, balanced, and business-focused Human Resources advice.
Partner with managers to translate business priorities into effective people solutions.
Advise and coach managers across the employee lifecycle, including performance management, employee engagement, and leadership effectiveness.
Support employees in partnership with Human Resources Shared Services.
Employee Relations and Dutch Employment Law
Provide guidance on Dutch employment legislation and company policies.
Support managers with employee relations matters, including performance management, absence management, disciplinary processes, investigations, conflict resolution, and performance improvement plans.
Ensure fair, consistent, and pragmatic application of policies and employment practices.
Partner proactively with the Works Council where appropriate.
Organization and Talent
Support leaders in building high-performing teams and an engaging work environment.
Contribute to talent reviews, succession planning, and development discussions.
Support organizational changes and business transformation initiatives.
Human Resources Excellence and Continuous Improvement:
Develop, implement, and continuously improve Human Resources processes, templates, and ways of working across the Netherlands.
Identify opportunities to simplify processes and enhance the employee and manager experience.
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Human Resources Shared Services, and Human Resources Centres of Excellence to deliver efficient and consistent Human Resources services.
Support the delivery of key Human Resources programs, including performance management, compensation, talent, and organizational initiatives.
What they look for
Several years of progressive Human Resources experience within the Netherlands.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Solid knowledge of Dutch employment law and experience applying it in practice.
Experience partnering with and coaching managers on people-related topics.
Strong communication, influencing, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
A pragmatic approach with a strong hands-on mentality and a solution-oriented mindset.
Comfortable working independently while knowing when to collaborate and escalate.
Professional fluency in Dutch and English.
What they look for
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
What you get
The opportunity to make a visible impact in a newly independent medical technology company.
Professional development opportunities and the chance to broaden your Human Resources expertise.
A collaborative culture built on trust, teamwork, and ownership.
A flexible working environment.
A competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.
What you get
At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.
About the company
We want to make every day a better day for people living with diabetes. Our team of creative innovators around the globe share a passion for finding the simplest solutions to the problems that people with diabetes face on a daily basis. For more than 40 years, we've been redefining what's possible, from intelligent dosing systems designed for real life to predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and we're dedicated to continuing to support our customers through every step of their journey — meeting them where and how they need it.
Working Model
This role can be performed remotely from the Netherlands, with regular travel to our Heerlen office, typically two days every two weeks, for collaboration, business partnership, and team connection.
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