HR Digital Systems & Operations Manager

As HR Digital Systems & Operations Manager, you are the architect of our HR digital ecosystem. You ensure operational excellence across the HAL Allergy Group while building a standardized, future-proof HR technology landscape.

Operating independently, you act as a trusted advisor to the Director HR & Corporate Affairs and serve as the escalation point for complex HR operational and systems challenges.

You combine strong operational expertise with analytical insight and deep HRIS knowledge to continuously improve processes, systems, and data quality - even in situations where no clear precedent exists. Your tasks

HR Operational Excellence

• Lead and streamline core HR operational processes across the Group: onboarding, offboarding, payroll outputs, lifecycle data management, benefits administration, and compliance.
• Ensure HR policies are effectively embedded into automated, accurate, and compliant digital processes.
• Act as Group Owner for GDPR compliance within the HR digital landscape, ensuring lawful processing, data minimization, and audit readiness.
• Serve as escalation point for complex operational challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement using LEAN methodologies such as 5S, 5x Why, value stream analysis, and change control.

HRIS & Technology Leadership

• Own and execute the HRIS roadmap for HAL Allergy Group. Lead continuous improvement of platforms such as Workday, SuccessFactors, AFAS, SAP HR, Oracle HCM, or similar systems.

• Manage system configuration, upgrades, testing, documentation, and integrations.

• Partner closely with IT to ensure secure, stable, and enterprise-aligned systems.

• Lead the transition from locally managed systems to a standardized group-wide digital HR landscape.

• Evaluate and implement new HR technologies that enhance efficiency and employee experience.

HR Analytics & Strategic Reporting

• Develop dashboards and executive-level reports on workforce metrics (headcount, turnover, hiring, absence, DEI, productivity).
• Build predictive analytics models to support strategic workforce planning.
• Translate data into actionable insights in partnership with HR Business Partners and senior leadership.
• Ensure full compliance with GDPR and internal audit requirements.

Project & Change Management

• Lead national and international HR projects including system implementations, automation initiatives, and process redesign.
• Drive organizational change through effective communication, training, and stakeholder engagement.
• Implement automation tools and digital solutions (e.g., Power Automate, AI-based workflows, chatbot solutions).

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in HR, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in HR Operations with strong HRIS and HR analytics expertise in an international environment.
• Proven experience with HR technologies (Workday, SuccessFactors, AFAS, SAP HR, Oracle HCM, etc.).
• Strong data analytics skills (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
• Solid understanding of HR processes, payroll interfaces, compliance, and GDPR.
• Strong project and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Fluency in Dutch and English; German is a plus., We are looking for a strategic and forward-thinking HR digital leader who thrives at the intersection of HR, technology, and data. You combine strong HR operational expertise with deep HRIS knowledge and a passion for building a future-proof, standardized global HR landscape.

Data-driven by nature, you translate workforce analytics into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership and the Executive Committee. You drive transformation with confidence, balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution and strong stakeholder management. Independent yet collaborative, you elevate HR from operational excellence to strategic business impact. Our offer

• You will be part of a steadily growing and dynamic biopharmaceutical company offering a great environment for self-starters.
• A culture that is characterized by entrepreneurial spirit and a friendly and helpful atmosphere. The patient's well-being is always our top priority. This combination is the basis for an interesting and challenging environment.
• You will be working in our dynamic headquarters in Leiden, where we work on the full project pipeline from development to commercial production.
• Being part of a company that is geared towards helping people live happier and healthier lives.
• A competitive salary that matches your responsibilities and experience.
• A 13th month salary
• 30 leave days.
• Company contribution to a pension package and health insurance.

HAL Allergy, for those who seek pharmaceutical innovation HAL Allergy is one of the European top players in the development, production and distribution of allergen immunotherapies for the treatment and prevention of allergic diseases. We focus on the development and manufacturing of modified allergen extracts for the therapeutic and diagnostic purposes of respiratory and food allergies. With all our activities the patient's well-being is always top of mind. At Hall Allergy we foster open discussions, an entrepreneurial spirit and close collaborations within the teams and with our international colleagues summing up to more than 300 highly specialized people across various positions. If you too would like to become a part of an innovative and challenging pharmaceutical manufacturer, then this is your perfect opportunity! HAL Allergy is headquartered in Leiden, where all disciplines work under one roof, from development to sales. We work in an informal, culturally diverse organization with room for growth and continued personal development. HAL Allergy is located in the middle of the thriving and energetic Leiden Bio Science Park, the largest innovation district of the Netherlands in the field of Life Sciences & Health. The central train station and the ancient city center of Leiden are just a 5 minute bike ride away from our office.