International HR - Expat Assignments Officer

<p><span>Daikin Europe NV (DENV) is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Limited, a Japanese outstanding company and worldwide the biggest developer, producer and supplier of HVAC-R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration) solutions, including heating pumps and cooling technology.</span></p> <p><span>DENV is Daikin’s sales, R&amp;D, and production headquarters for Europe, the Middle-East and Africa. The headquarter has Belgian offices in Brussels, Ghent and Ostend, as well as 8 production plants, 24 sales subsidiaries and offices and a whole network of independent distributors and dealers across the EMEA region.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><u><b><span><span><span>Role:</span></span></span></b></u></p> <p><span><span><span>As a member of the International Expat Assignment team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the successful coordination of expatriate assignments throughout their entire lifecycle—before, during, and after the assignment.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>Acting as the central point of contact for our international expats and impats, you will oversee assignments from the moment a position opens until the expat's return, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for all involved.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>In this role, you will engage with employees from across EMEA, giving you a truly international perspective.</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><u><b><span><span><span>Your responsibilities include:</span></span></span></b></u></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Legal and administrative tasks: Preparing and finalizing expat assignment contracts, salary packages, managing off-payroll expenses, payroll preparation, and providing advice and support on immigration and social security matters.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Business partnership: Analysing business needs, assisting with internal candidate selection for expat assignments, overseeing career development, engaging in project work, and building networks with internal and external partners.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><b><span><span><span><u>Team:</u></span></span></span></b></p> <p><span><span><span>You’ll join a dedicated team of colleagues who manage a growing expats population. In addition to collaborating closely with your direct team, you’ll work intensively with other HR colleagues (HR Business Partners, Payroll, Legal) and business leaders.</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><b><span><span><span><u>Education &amp; Experience:</u></span></span></span></b></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span>Master’s degree in Economics, International Politics, Law, or HR or a Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience. Tax background/knowledge is a plus. </span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Experience in expatriate management is a strong plus.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Genuine interest in payroll, taxation, and the legal aspects of international employment.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><b><span><span><span><u>Key Skills:</u></span></span></span></b></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span> Customer-oriented mindset</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Hands-on approach</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Proactive problem-solving skills</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Attention to detail and precision</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Strong team player</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Resilience under pressure</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Effective networking skills</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Focus on results and continuous improvement</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>High proficiency in English (other languages are a plus)</span></span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><b><span><span><span><u>What We Offer:</u></span></span></span></b></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span>A challenging and dynamic work environment that values a proactive attitude.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Opportunities for continuous personal and professional development.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Flexibility in working hours.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Attractive salary optimization options.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>The chance to make a real business impact.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>Room to contribute your own ideas and solutions to improve processes, address challenges, and build partnerships.</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span>The opportunity to help shape international careers and make a tangible difference for our employees.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span>Daikin Europe is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Ltd. and the leading provider of heating, cooling, ventilation, air purification, and refrigeration technology. The company designs, manufactures and brings to market a broad portfolio of equipment, as w