Senior HR Specialist

About BYD

Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.

BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational, based in Shenzhen, China. Operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.

BYD Europe BV located in Schiedam, Netherlands is the marketing and sales HQ of BYD Co., Ltd based in Shenzhen, China. BYD Europe BV offers a full line of BYD electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, all-electric buses, and all-electric forklift trucks.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Act as the first point of contact for all HR matters for the Hungarian entity
2. Coordinate closely with the existing Hungary-based SSC team for local HR operations and administrative support
3. Establish and implement HR policies and procedures in compliance with Hungarian labor laws
4. Coordinate with our HQ HR team (Netherlands/China) to implement corporate HR practices in recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement
5. Support recruitment activities including job postings, candidate screening, and onboarding
6. Handle employment contracts, employee documentation, and HR administration with SSC team’ support
7. Assist in coordinating payroll and benefits with external providers and SSC team
8. Support local employee relations, workplace compliance, and health & safety policies
9. Contribute to culture building and employee experience in a growing cross-cultural environment
10. Support local office setup from HR/people perspective (if applicable)

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
2. 5+ years of experience in an HR generalist or specialist role, preferably in an international company
3. Good understanding of Hungarian labor law and HR practices
4. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
5. Proactive, hands-on, and able to work independently in a start-up environment
6. Fluency in Hungarian and English (both written and spoken) is required
7. Experience working with Chinese companies or in a multicultural setting is a plus

Location: Budapest
Type of Employment: Full-time