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English Speaking Human Resources Jobs in Germany

Germany is a country of about 83+ million people. It has the largest economy in Europe and the fifth-largest by nominal gross domestic product worldwide. About seven million+ foreigners live in Germany, making up around 11% of the entire population. Despite this, Germans tend to be relatively unwelcoming towards expats from non-EU countries. English speaking HR jobs are ideal for anyone who can speak fluent English and is willing to work hard and adapt to the German culture and lifestyle.

Successful human resource specialists generally have an inherent interest in psychology, sociology, anthropology or political science to know how people think at work and beyond. A degree program that includes psychology, business administration or management may help you become an HR specialist.

Knowledge of the German language is essential to be a human resources manager as this position requires quality communication with your employees. Knowledge of French might also be helpful in some situations when working with foreign branches of the company.

Human resource specialists train and lead employees through programs that increase productivity and reduce turnover rates. They guide employees by establishing rules and policies for behaviour at work, such as dress codes and attendance requirements. These professionals can recognize problems that arise from workplace relationships or ineffective laws, including drug abuse on the job or reports about child labour practices overseas. Human resource specialists solve these issues by creating employee training sessions that emphasize how rules affect the company, and then they make necessary changes to improve the company's conditions.

The German job market is one of the best employment markets globally for expats.

The following list shows the cities in Germany with the most number of vacancies in English Speaking Human Resource Jobs. The highest amount of vacancies are currently available in Cologne, Munich and Frankfurt. You can copy this same search query below: "English Speaking Human Resource Manager Jobs " (in condition field) or any other related job title having the term: "Human Resource Management" / "HR Specialist" / "Employee Relationship Specialist"( any other related English Speaking Job Title) and "Germany" in the country field.

Salary Trends in Germany for English Speaking HR Management Jobs

Here is also a list showing the average salary of Human Resource Managers in other EU countries:

 Position/Project Sector University Degree Salary (USD) 1. Human Resource Officer Government Varies from $16,000-$30,000

2. Training and Development Manager Information Technology Master's degree $90,00 - $110,00

3. Senior Career Counselor Non-Profit Bachelor's degree $32,500

4. Employee Benefits Specialist Business Bachelor's degree $60,000

5. Staffing Manager Information Technology Master's degree in business or management $69,800

6. Organization Development Consultant Business Doctoral program or equivalent $54,600

7. Labor Relations Manager Business Master's degree $81,400

8. Career Counselor Government Bachelor's degree $43,350

9. Benefits Analyst Information Technology Bachelor's degree $46,000

10. Compensation Analyst Management Associate's or bachelor's degree in the related field $45k

English HR Jobs in Germany as an Expat

German employers are increasingly seeking expats who can communicate and work effectively in English.

With the wide availability of German courses across Germany, it is easy to find teachers even for children to learn English effectively.

For adults, you will notice that almost all companies are conducting business in German and English, so your language skills are a definite advantage if you seek an HR job in Germany. Expats living outside Berlin will significantly benefit from the fast-growing demand for multilingual human resource professionals. Companies have to stretch their branches into neighbouring nations such as Austria or Switzerland.

Life in Germany as a Foreigner

Those who wish to move abroad for their job search should consider many other attractive options than Germany for working overseas. The world is made up of so many unique cultures, languages and food. When you are on a job search, it's always good to consider all options; there are other places to live and work abroad besides Germany.

Three key factors play an essential role in life as an expat in Germany: Work / Life Balance, Social Life and the Language Barrier.

A job search as an expat in Germany is more complicated than keeping the same career status in your home country. If you are looking for a top international company that offers excellent benefits, a higher salary and fewer working hours then Germany is not the best option. Expats, especially from the USA, Canada or UK, find it hard to adjust to German work culture due to less vacation time ( compared to other western countries), shorter working week (compared to 40+ hrs /wk), strict labour laws, which makes it hard for employees(even Germans) to change jobs and social life takes a back seat after 8 pm when everyone goes home. 

The standard workday in Germany usually starts between 9 am – 10 am and ends between 4 pm – 6 pm. Many companies across Germany offer good benefits, but this also means employees are expected to be focused on their jobs for at least 80 hours a week or more. Germans, in general, do not enjoy talking about work or even thinking about it at home. Therefore, social life becomes a significant factor for many expats. Expats with families in Germany also have to deal with the challenging school system.

Most foreign companies prefer hiring candidates who already speak German or are willing to learn it. It is not easy to find companies that offer English speaking HR jobs in Germany. Top-level multinationals operating in various business sectors throughout the country usually employ English-speaking professionals. Conducting an online job search using Google will help you reach out to organizations in your area that can offer such vacancies. Most multinationals operating globally come up with temporary positions for remote employees; depending on your profiles and qualifications, you may apply.

Final Thoughts

If you plan to apply for a job in Germany, make sure that your application materials contain all the German language documents (CV, cover letter, resume) and have good quality with detailed information about your work experience.

A well-written CV is necessary when applying for jobs in Germany. Edit the content of your document before sending it out. Try to include keywords regarding the job position you applied for and even insert critical phrases from the job description. 

It's no longer good enough to write, "please find attached my CV". You must make sure your email/letter accompanying the CV is short and clear. 

If they want an HR Professional with robust leadership techniques, then be sure to outline some specific examples from previous positions (internships or part-time jobs) in which you exercised those skills – it demonstrates that when faced with difficult situations as part of your job, you were able to think clearly and make decisions.

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