Personalsachbearbeiter*in / Personalreferent*in (m/f/d)

The Max Planck Institute for Molecular Physiology in Dortmund (https://www.mpi-dortmund.mpg.de) is part of the Max Planck Society (MPG), a world-leading research organisation, and operates basic biomedical research. In the four scientific departments, numerous research groups and service institutions of the institute work approx. 350 employees from over 30 nations. You are excited about working with people – and want more than just “numbers and data”? Then become part of our team staff! As Senior Consultant (m/w/d) expects a varied, responsible and value-adding activity in an international, dynamic and innovative environment.

You take over the comprehensive staff support from employees – from onboarding to offboarding – and you are a competent consultant for employees on all questions about the employment relationship. You advise managers on all personnel topics – with sound knowledge in collective law (TVöD) and labour law. You assume the technical and administrative responsibility for the monthly pay billing with SAP – with the highest accuracy, care and proactive avoidance of errors. You are responsible for reporting and controlling and you start HR evaluations, key figures and reports You design and optimise HR processes – from pay billing to documentation to digital transformation. You are not only a translator, but a co-designer of efficient, sustainable systems. You bring your knowledge to increase the quality, transparency and efficiency of personnel work sustainably. You ensure compliance with legal requirements and internal guidelines and act as an experienced contact person*in – for all legal issues, e-grouping issues, contract challenges, etc.

You have a completed commercial training or a relevant study and brings several years of professional experience as a staff assistant or staff assistant, ideally in public service, in a research institute or comparable institutional environment. You already have concrete experience in comprehensive staff support – from recruitment to remuneration to termination of employment. You know the processes in the public service from practice: you are familiar with tariff law (TVöD), social insurance regulations, labour law and the requirements of pay billing. You have already used SAP or a comparable payroll accounting system – with security and precision. You are not only a specialist for data and forms, but also a reliable* contact person for people – with empathy, patience and a safe occurrence. You work structured, independent and solution-oriented – with hands-on mentality and the willingness to master complex topics. You are team-oriented, communicative and open to further education – with good English language skills in word and writing.

Security & appreciation: Indefinite work place with remuneration according to the German Federal Employment Agency – depending on qualifications and professional experience up to the 9c pay group – as well as an occupational pension scheme and comprehensive social benefits. Flexibility & work-life balance: Home office with own laptop, flexible working hours and diverse offers for the reconciliation of work and family. Mobility & connection: Grant to the job ticket, good ÖPNV connection and sufficient parking possibilities. Health & well-being: Health management with massages, sports, prevention courses and mental support. Development & growth: Regular continuing and continuing training, individual career planning and the possibility to participate in exciting projects. Innovation & Future: Modern jobs, digital tools and an agile, future-oriented work environment – with space for ideas and initiative. Team & Culture: A trusted, service-oriented team where you are heard and appreciated – with room for personal responsibility and personal development. Career perspective: If a team management is transferred later, depending on performance, commitment and professional development. We actively support qualified employees in their management tasks and support the development of responsible managers. The Max Planck Society has set itself the goal of employing more people with difficulty. Applications for severely disabled persons are expressly desired. The Max Planck Society also strives for gender equality and diversity. .