HR Administrator (Part-Time 60-80%)

Who we are

Forbion is a leading global venture capital firm with deep expertise in Europe and offices in Naarden, The Netherlands, Munich, Germany and Boston, USA. Forbion invests in innovative biotech companies, managing €5  billion across multiple fund strategies that cover all stages of (bio-) pharmaceutical drug development. In addition, Forbion leverages its biotech expertise beyond human health to address ‘planetary health’ challenges through its BioEconomy fund strategy, which invests in companies developing sustainable solutions in food, agriculture, materials, and environmental technologies.  

Forbion’s consists of nearly 60 employees of whom over 30 are part of the investment team that have built an impressive performance track record since the late nineties with investments in over 110 companies across 9 funds. Forbion’s record of sourcing, building and guiding life sciences companies has resulted in many approved breakthrough therapies and valuable exits.  Forbion typically selects impactful investments that will positively affect the health and well-being of people and the planet, as well as meet its financial return objectives.  

The firm is a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment. Forbion operates a joint venture with BGV, the manager of seed and early-stage funds, especially focused on Benelux and Germany.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised HR Administrator to support HR Operations across the business on a part-time basis.

Reporting to the CFO, you will be responsible for the full range of personnel and HR administration tasks, ensuring smooth running operations across payroll, employee records, performance management and compliance.

What you will do

Personnel Administration:

• Maintain and manage accurate employee records, including contracts, holidays requests, sick leave and absences.
• Store and organise all HR documentation, including CV’s, job descriptions and performance reviews
• Act as the main point of contact for employees regarding HR queries, policies and processes.

Payroll & Benefits Administration:

• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing
• Provide data on absences, new starters, leavers and changes in employee details to support payroll processing
• Assist with queries related to pay, benefits and entitlements

Onboarding:

• Support new starter onboarding, including collecting required documentation (eg. BSN numbers, bank account details, ID) and issuing contracts
• Manage visa and work permit applications for international employees
• Performance Management Coordination:
• Coordinate and schedule employee review meetings including probation, performance appraisals and development discussions
• Support the CFO in creating and maintaining templates for reviews and performance-related documentation
• Ensure all performance data and documentation is securely stored and accessible when required

HR Processes and Systems:

• Develop and maintain an organised system for storing and tracking all employee-related documentation
• Maintain and confidentiality and compliance with GDPR and other relevant employment regulations

About you

• At least 5 years' experience in a similar role, preferably in a multinational environment
• Spoken and written Dutch and English proficiency
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge and experience of payroll procedures and good knowledge of employment law in Netherlands
• Strong team spirit and customer orientation
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and IT systems
• Strong organizational skills and multitasking capability, with ability to manage conflicting deadlines
• Professional maturity with high sense for ethics, and able to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately

 

Why Join Forbion?

At Forbion, you will find more than just a job. You will join a team that is passionate about transforming healthcare and driven to achieve excellence.

We offer a competitive compensation package, an onsite gym facility and the chance to work in an innovative environment where your work truly makes a difference.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to join Forbion and be part of a team that is shaping the future of healthcare.

**Posting closes Tuesday 18th February