People & Culture Manager

People & Culture Manager

At Strix, we work every day on shaping the future of digital commerce. With over 250 specialists in the Netherlands, Germany, and Poland, we combine international strength with the agility and creativity of a forward-thinking agency. We are proud of our role as a Platinum Shopware Partner and our long-standing collaborations with Magento and Shopify. For leading brands, we deliver scalable, innovative, and high-performance platforms that reach millions of users every month.

Your Role
Do you believe that HR goes beyond administration and compliance? Do you want to make a real impact on people, processes, and company culture? Become our People & Culture Manager and help us create an inspiring workplace where talent can thrive.

We are looking for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, can think strategically, and act operationally. You will be the main point of contact for all HR matters within Strix Netherlands and will work closely with the management team to shape our people and growth strategy.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 5 years of experience in an HR role

• Strong knowledge of Dutch labor law and employment conditions

• Excellent command of Dutch (native level) and English (minimum C1)

• Independent, organized, and results-oriented

• Strong communication skills with the ability to build trust at all levels

• Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on mentality

• Experience with HRIS systems

• Affinity with an international environment and/or the IT/digital sector is a plus

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree; HR certification (e.g. NHRP, CIPD) is a plus
  
  

Your Responsibilities

Strategic

• Develop and implement People & Culture strategy, policies, and procedures aligned with business objectives

• Advise the management team on People & Culture matters and best practices

• Initiate culture development and employee engagement initiatives

• Provide HR reports and analyses to support data-driven decision making

Operational

• Support the recruitment cycle, including onboarding

• Manage labor relations, including conflict mediation and disciplinary processes

• Refine and execute the performance cycle

• Coordinate training & development programs

• Manage payroll administration (in cooperation with Finance/external payroll provider)

• Administer employment contracts and benefits

• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations

• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel records

• Oversee offboarding processes

Collaboration

• Work closely with the Management Team

• Act as a sparring partner for team leads

• Collaborate with Finance on payroll and benefits

• Liaise with external partners (legal advisors, occupational health specialists, etc.)

• Collaborate with People & Culture colleagues in other Strix countries
  
  

What Makes This Role Unique?

• You’ll have the opportunity to shape and optimize People & Culture processes

• Work in an international environment with a Dutch home base

• Combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution

• Directly impact the growth and culture of Strix Netherlands

• Hybrid working with flexibility, with offices in Utrecht and Den Bosch
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (including 8% holiday allowance)

• 25+ vacation days, with the option to purchase additional days

• Pension scheme

• Travel allowance & home office allowance

• Flexibility in work-life balance (32–40h) with hybrid working from Utrecht and/or Den Bosch

• Budget for personal development (trainings, certifications)

• Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization

• A flat organizational structure with an international culture: your ideas truly matter