HSO International - HR Business Partner

• Role Title: HR Business Partner 
• Location: Netherlands  
• Visa: No visa, must hold the right to work in the Netherlands 
• Languages: Fluent in Dutch and English  
• Work type: Hybrid, office presence required (80%)  
• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent 
• Schedule: Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm CET 

About HSO International  

Founded in the Netherlands in 1989, the HSO Group has grown into one of the world’s leading Microsoft partners. With 2,500+ employees in Europe, Asia, and North America, we support local and international businesses in retail, wholesale, industry, and technical services, so that they can use digital technology to make a difference. HSO International is a part of the HSO Group, focused on global rollouts of Microsoft business applications.  

 Working as part of the HSO International HR team means that daily you will be dealing with International HR related issues. You will be part of a small, experienced team that will support you and help you grow your knowledge and experience across all matters in relation to international HR and recruitment.  

THE ROLE  - HR Business Partner 
Job Description 

As an HR Business Partner at HSO International, you act as a strategic advisor to management within your Service Line. You understand better than anyone that having the right people in the right roles and operating at their best is key to success. In close collaboration with managers and HR colleagues, you focus on developing, engaging and growing talent in line with our culture and future ambitions. In doing so, you play a crucial role in driving the growth and success of our organization. 
 

HSO is an international and leading Microsoft partner, recognized as Microsoft Partner of the Year last year. Your contribution will help us maintain this position and support our continued growth. 

Job function  

Main duties will include but not be limited to: 

• Act as a trusted advisor to managers on people management, performance, absenteeism and organizational development, from strategic guidance to hands-on support; 

• Manage the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, talent development, performance reviews, career discussions and offboarding; 

• Translate strategic HR themes (such as engagement, retention and leadership development) into practical and impactful initiatives; 

• Identify trends within your business unit, use HR data to support your recommendations, and proactively drive improvements; 

• Collaborate closely with HR, Recruitment, Learning & Development and Employer Branding to deliver a strong and consistent employee experience; 

• Provide proactive advice on organizational development, labour law, and HR trends within the tech industry, aligned with HSO’s growth strategy. 

• Support our ongoing innovation on HR policies and processes.  

Experience and Skills  

 Essential: 

• 3–5 years of experience in a similar HR Business Partner role, with a strong ability to advise at both tactical and operational levels; 

• Experience in a commercial, knowledge-driven environment, preferably in IT, consultancy or professional services; 

• A completed Bachelor’s or Master's degree in HRM, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field, with a strong affinity for IT and technological developments; 

• Proven track record in coaching managers and supporting organizational change; 

• Solid knowledge of Dutch labour law and experience with HR analytics are a strong advantage; 

• Entrepreneurial, creative, and able to bring innovative ideas to further develop the HR function within HSO; 

• Based in The Netherlands and fluent in both Dutch and English. 

• Right to work in The Netherlands  

What do we offer? 

• A competitive salary and an annual bonus based on company performance; 

• 25 vacation days, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days; 

• Hybrid working, combining office location (Amsterdam) with working from home; 

• Regular team events, social gatherings and sports activities.