HR Operations Manager, Global Sales [f/m/d]

Making life accessible — for our customers and our people iLOQ is an international technology company providing intelligent locking and access management solutions for buildings worldwide. To support continued growth, we’re building simple, scalable HR operations across countries. As HR Operations Manager, you’ll take ownership of how HR operations work globally and continuously improve core HR operations across our international sales organization. Your scope includes payroll and benefits vendors, HR data and reporting, employee lifecycle processes, and compliance, with a strong focus on simplification, standardization and automation. A key focus in this role is to simplify and standardize HR operations while reducing manual work and improving data quality across countries. You’ll work as an individual contributor without direct people management, with full ownership of global HR operations and processes, collaborating with HR colleagues and external partners to ensure smooth, high-quality HR operations across multiple countries in Europe as well as in Singapore and Australia. The role is based in Germany (flexible location) with occasional travel. We have an office in Mönchengladbach near Düsseldorf, where you can work, but you can also work remotely. What you’ll do Own and improve HR operations across the employee lifecycle (onboarding to offboarding) Manage payroll and benefits vendors (performance, controls, statutory compliance); HR Generalist runs monthly processing Ensure local employment law compliance; maintain country contract templates and coordinate external counsel when needed Coordinate commission governance and administration with sales and finance Partner with the HRIS Specialist and HR Generalist to ensure accurate HR data, compliance and practical reporting Support on complex cases Design and improve processes and automation in our HR system with the HRIS Specialist with focus on automation, data quality and practical use of AI tools where they add value. What you’ll bring 5+ years’ experience in international HR operations (multi-country) with proven end-to-end ownership of processes Degree in HR, Business or related field Strong knowledge of multi-country employment practices, plus payroll/benefits and HR systems Fluency in English and good working proficiency in German Analytical, structured and pragmatic; strong ownership and problem-solving mindset Strong stakeholder and vendor management; balance global consistency with local needs Comfortable in an international, distributed environment; curious mindset and openness to learn Interest in using AI / automation to simplify work Experience in a commercial or sales-driven environment Knowledge of EU labour legislation What you’ll get A key role in building and scaling global HR operations across multiple countries with broad organizational impact Real impact: simplify processes and remove unnecessary complexity Flexible location within Germany Close collaboration with international stakeholders across HR, finance and sales Competitive senior-level compensation package aligned with the German market and the scope of the role. Flexible working practices and culture that supports learning, development and long-term growth Are you the person we are looking for? For more information, please contact Anu Rautava, HR Director, Global Sales, at [email protected]. We are expecting your application by 5 June 2026. Please note, that we will be reviewing candidates and conducting interviews already during the application process. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and all employees are treated with respect. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. Apply To This Job