Purpose of Position



As our Junior People & Culture Manager (f/m/d), you will be the go-to person for HR related topics across Germany. In this exciting role, you will help us drive people-related initiatives in collaboration with our global P&C team and ensure high-quality execution throughout the entire employee lifecycle.



You will deliver best-in-class support to our employees and will be acting as their contact point for personnel administration, onboarding, offboarding, benefits, payroll and absence management. As a
member of our global P&C team , you will also be closely collaborating with your team members across all locations and implementing global measures on a local level.



If you have some experience as an
HR Generalist or in a related role, you're looking to take an exciting new step in your career and you enjoy working in a dynamic environment with people from around the world, this position is a fantastic opportunity for you.




Type of contract: maternity cover
Reporting to: Head of People & Culture Operations
Limited from 01.12.2026 until 31.05.2028
Hybrid working model




Key Tasks

• You support employees in Germany on a variety of HR-related topics; from the on- and offboarding process to creating and managing employment contracts, from handling employee data within our HRIS (BambooHR) to administering absences, managing payrolls (likely to be Sweden & Spain), visa-related matters and further developing local benefits


• You support our P&C Operations team on (inter-)national topics and projects


• You help us ensure that Awin is fully compliant with local legislation and regulations


• You implement clear, efficient processes when driving change, collaborating with the management and global P&C team


• You act as the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding local P&C related topics

Skills & Expertise

• 2+ years working experience in a P&C / HR role, in particular in P&C operations / HR administration, ideally in an international environment


• You possess a good understanding of German employment and social security legislation


• You have an organised and structured working style; you know how to prioritise topics and handle diverse tasks within a fast-paced environment and while collaborating with a range of stakeholders


• You are proactive and responsible for your tasks; you identify problems and take care of them swiftly and effectively


• You have a natural interest in people and thoroughly enjoy working in a people function


• Your fluent in English; German language skills will be considered as a plus.

Our Offer

• Flexi-Week: We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing by offering you a four-day Flexi-Week (with one lighter or completely disconnected day per week) at full pay after your probationary period, with no reduction to your annual holiday allowance


• Flexi-Office: We offer an international culture and flexibility through our hybrid working model, designed to foster collaboration, trust and autonomy


• Work Expense Contribution & Remote Working Furniture: You will receive a monthly allowance to cover part of your running costs as well as a furniture package to support you in setting up a comfortable workspace at home


• Pension: Awin offers access to an additional pension insurance to all employees in Germany and contributes regularly to your retirement savings


• Business Bike Leasing: Take advantage of our bike leasing scheme and support a more sustainable way of commuting

Established in 2000, Awin is proud of our dynamic, social and inclusive culture.



Like all businesses, we've had to adapt and nurture our culture in a virtual environment. Our virtual 'Life @ Awin' hub brings our colleagues from across the globe together for various social activities.



Diversity & Inclusion are paramount to us, and we proudly pursue and hire diverse team members. We champion uniqueness and authenticity; this is who we are at our core. Our network of affiliate partnerships are diverse and transparent, as are the employees powering our vision to build the world's leading open partner ecosystem. We welcome all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need support at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.



Awin is part of the Axel Springer group. Learn more at axelspringer.com/en/, and explore the Axel Springer Essentials here: axelspriger.com/en/inside/the-essentials-what-we-have-adapted-and-why



Apply now to begin the next stage of your career at a progressive company that supports both your professional and personal development.