GREECE HR GENERALIST

Your career is about more than building a resume — it’s a chance to Leave Your Mark.

Want to be a part of a fabulous team?
 
As we continue to develop Marine & Offshore activities, we are delighted to offer a unique opportunity to join our organisation as HR Generalist for Marine & Offshore operations. Position is located within our Piraeus office in Greece and you will be welcomed in a supportive and collaborative learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition 

• Support end-to-end recruitment for operational, technical, and business support positions
• Coordinate job postings, CV screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communication
• Manage new-joiner onboarding, probation reviews, and contract amendments
• Assist with employer branding and talent attraction initiatives
• Ensure a welcoming first-day experience for new team members

Employee Records & Administration 

• Maintain accurate employment documentation, contracts, and employee records
• Monitor attendance, leave balances, and absences; produce reporting
• Process HR transactions: transfers, promotions, contract amendments, exits
• Ensure GDPR compliance and data confidentiality in all HR documentation
• Organize and file employment records (digital and physical)

Compliance & Operations 

• Support day-to-day HR operations in compliance with Greek labor law and group policies
• Prepare and maintain employment documentation and contracts
• Support internal audits and ensure regulatory compliance
• Collaborate with QHSE teams and occupational physicians on local health & safety matters
• Stay informed of Greek employment legislation updates
• Advise managers on routine HR operational questions

Employee Lifecycle Support 

• Support onboarding, probation reviews, internal transfers, and offboarding processes
• Act as a point of contact for employees on operational and procedural matters
• Assist with employee wellbeing and engagement initiatives
• Support performance review coordination and documentation
• Foster a supportive work environment through clear communication

HR Systems & Reporting 

• Maintain HRIS and employee databases; ensure data accuracy
• Prepare HR reports, dashboards, and KPI tracking
• Support process improvements and workflow optimization
• Assist with HR projects and system updates
• Produce ad-hoc HR reports and analysis for management

HR Policies & Procedures 

• Support the implementation and communication of HR policies
• Assist in developing and updating employee handbooks and work regulations
• Draft and review employment contracts under guidance
• Support onboarding/offboarding workflow documentation
• Help ensure consistency in HR processes and procedures

Required Qualifications

Experience

• 4 - 6 years of HR operations, HR administration, or HR generalist experience
• Proven experience managing recruitment, employee records, and HR compliance
• Familiarity with HRIS systems and HR reporting
• Experience working with Greek labor law and GDPR compliance (essential)

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• HR certification (CIPD, SHRM, or equivalent) would be an advantage

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with HRIS platforms (SAP SuccessFactors or similar)
• Competent Excel skills (data entry, basic analysis, reporting)
• Strong written and verbal communication in Greek and English
• Comfortable with HR documentation systems and digital file management

Core Competencies

• Accuracy & Attention to Detail: Meticulous with employment documentation and compliance
• Confidentiality: Trustworthy handler of sensitive employee information
• Organization: Ability to juggle multiple HR tasks and deadlines
• Communication: Clear, professional communication with employees and managers
• Compliance Mindset: Proactive about legal and regulatory requirements
• Flexibility: Comfortable supporting multiple HR functions across the employee lifecycle
• Problem-Solving: Resourceful in resolving routine HR operational issues

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience in a multinational or regulated industry
• Experience with HRIS implementation or system upgrades
• Exposure to employee engagement or onboarding programs
• Basic knowledge of Greek employment law

What We Offer

✓ Competitive compensation aligned with Greek market standards
✓ Stable, growing organization with clear career development paths
✓ Personal development and training opportunities
✓ Exposure to group HR processes and international best practices

SHAPING A WORLD OF TRUST - WHAT WE VALUE AT BV
 
Join us to share our passion for the maritime world!
 
We create trust between businesses and we are committed to cultivating an open and inclusive environment wherever we operate and so do our employees. Being part of the Bureau Veritas family is more than just working, it’s being convinced that you will leave your mark…. in shaping a world of trust.

We are committed to our Absolutes: Safety, Ethics, and Financial Control. Our Values—Trusted, Responsible, Ambitious & Humble, Open & Inclusive—are at the core of everything we do.