Position Summary:

Manage end-to-end employee life-cycle transactions and data administration for multiple EMEA countries. Ensure timely, accurate processing aligned with local regulations and support process improvements to drive standardization and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute HR transactions (new hires, transfers, exits) in HR systems in line with country-specific compliance requirements.

• Create and issue compliant employment contracts and documents.

• Maintain organizational structures and reporting relationships.

• Liaise with Payroll to ensure data accuracy and timely payments.

• Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate records.

• Act as the first escalation point for lifecycle processing queries.

• Participate in testing and implementation of new system releases and enhancements.

• Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend solutions.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, and/or CIPD qualification preferred although other related fields may be considered.
• Typically demonstrates proven related experience

Special Skills & Competencies:

• Demonstrates HR operations experience in an international HRSS environment.

• Strong data accuracy and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to prioritize high volumes in fast-paced settings.

• Proficiency in English; additional European language preferred.

• Knowledge of EMEA labor laws, including UK and EU regulations (GDPR, Works Councils, statutory entitlements).

• Proficiency with HRIS platforms (SuccessFactors, Oracle, Workday).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) & SLAs:

• 99% accuracy of HR transactions.

• 95% SLA adherence.

• Zero critical compliance breaches.

• ≥95% customer satisfaction ratings

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

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