LNDS - 070 - People Generalist II (fixed-term)

Temporary, Full-time · Luxembourg - Esch-sur-Alzette

Who we are
Luxembourg National Data Service (LNDS) is a brand of PNED G.I.E. an organisation created by the Luxembourg Government, to implement Luxembourg’s strategies in research, innovation, and digitalisation. LNDS enables value creation from secondary use of data, for public and private partners and supports the sharing and re-use of public sector data, in a trustable manner. The LNDS service portfolio includes know-how, capabilities, tools, infrastructure, and data services. Through efficient & responsible use of data and improving the secondary use of data, LNDS will support the acceleration of economic, ecological, and societal transitions.
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Purpose of the job / project
LNDS is a growing organisation seeking to strengthen our People department. We are looking for a People Generalist to support our People efforts during the absence of our People Generalist due to maternity and parental leave.

This fixed-term role requires a skilled and experienced HR professional who can quickly integrate into our team and contribute to both operational and strategic People activities. You will partner with the Senior People Manager and report to the Head of People, helping ensure continuity and excellence in People operations.

As a People Generalist, you anticipate the needs of our function leaders and team members and help them stay focused on their projects by resolving operational and administrative issues before they arise.
You move quickly with the changing environment and are up to date with the latest LNDS projects and services. In addition to being organised and analytical, you possess the strong business judgment and communication skills needed to interact with a variety of people and job functions.

Join our dynamic People team and play a key role in delivering exceptional employee experiences across the full HR lifecycle. We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented People Operations Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced and agile environment.
What you will do
• Be the go-to expert for Level 1 & 2 support on People-related requests via our ticketing system - 
resolving queries efficiently and escalating when needed.
• Act as the main point of contact for employees and external partners, providing friendly and
professional support on all People topics.
• Ensure smooth and consistent management of employee records - from onboarding to
offboarding, including leave, data updates, and more.
• Keep our HRIS (Personio) accurate and compliant, managing documentation and digital filing with
precision.
• Support recruitment activities including interview scheduling and candidate communication.
• Ensure pre-onboarding activities and onboarding sessions to help new joiners feel welcomed and
set up for success.
• Coordinate logistics and documentation for our internship programme.
• Help plan and deliver employee engagement initiatives and internal events that foster connection
and culture.
• Manage People-related invoicing and ensure payroll activities run smoothly and on schedule.
• Support Learning & Development operations, including training calendar updates and vendor
coordination.
• Ensure GDPR compliance and handle employee data with care and confidentiality.
• Collaborate closely with the Senior People Manager to ensure smooth operations and alignment
with HR processes and culture.
• Contribute to performance review coordination and employee communications.
Who you are
• A bachelor's degree in human resources, Finance Management, or Business Administration.
• 2–5 years of HR experience in a high-tech or international setting, ideally in Luxembourg.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS systems, preferably Personio.
• Comfortable working with Jira and in an Agile/SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) environment.
• Understanding of Luxembourg and EU social-employment regulations.
• Experience coordinating payroll with an outsourced provider.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Fluent in English and proficient in French.
• Curious by nature, Adaptable and agile, Tech-savvy and resourceful.
About us
What we offer
  • Dynamic and innovative work environment
  • Collaboration with diverse stakeholders
  • Inclusive and diverse culture
  • European recognition and impactful projects
  • Shape the future of the data revolution

What sets us apart 
The Luxembourg National Data Service is a modern and dynamic undertaking. We embrace a Lean and Agile mindset, combining the entrepreneurial spirit of a startup with the responsibility of a public body on a national mission. We will be a partner of society and industry, collaborating with a hugely diverse group of stakeholders in public research, public authorities, European institutions, academic and private institutions, and small, medium and large companies. Therefore, we have an international and multilingual character. Even in this rather ambitious context, we preserve a warm and personal atmosphere. 
Inclusion and diversity are some of our key values. We ensure that everyone has employment and career opportunities in accordance with their skills and aspirations, respecting and being mindful of their individual characteristics.  
Join LNDS and revolutionise the data economy! 
Be part of our dynamic team driving innovation and making a tangible impact. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects, gaining European recognition in the prestigious European Data Spaces initiative. Shape a transformative future in the data revolution. 

Apply now! 
 
Information for Recruitment Agencies: 
LNDS as well as all related entities do not accept any candidate submission from unsolicited third parties. Candidates presented by unsolicited third parties (such as recruitment agencies, head hunters etc.), will not be entered into the recruitment process and will not be considered further. Further on, no contractual relationship will result out of such a submission between LNDS and a third party. LNDS is not obligated nor willing to pay any fee to third parties submitting candidates in this manner. Your data is handled according to the compliance guidelines of LNDS. 
 
Data Processing: 
LNDS is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities to all prospective employees within the recruitment process. LNDS complies with and supports all national and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination. Please note that LNDS is supported by Serendi for Talent Acquisition Services. As LNDS's Recruitment Process Outsourcing provider, Serendi is exclusively in charge of the above-mentioned position. Your data is handled according to the compliance guidelines of LNDS. Please see the Recruitment Data Privacy Statement for more information. If you have any questions your recruiter will be happy to help. www.serendi.com
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