HR Employee Relations Specialist (Hybrid/PTE)

At Astrea Recruitment, we’ve been turning job searches into exciting new beginnings for 19 years! With offices in Bulgaria and Serbia, we connect top talent with leading Bulgarian and international companies. We believe in helping people grow into their best selves, and our ever-growing network of happy candidates and clients is what drives us forward. Let’s shape the future together!

For one of our trusted international partners, we are looking for an experienced HR Employee Relations Specialist to join a dynamic HR team. This role is ideal for a professional with strong expertise in Bulgarian labor legislation, employee relations, and HR compliance, who enjoys working on complex cases and partnering closely with business leaders.
• Part-time: 24 hours per week
• Schedule: 3 working days per week (8 hours per day)
• Hybrid work model: 2 office days and 1 remote working day

Your Responsibilities:
*Handle a wide range of employee relations matters, including disciplinary procedures, grievances, policy breaches, misconduct cases, and other sensitive workplace situations;
*Conduct workplace investigations, gather and evaluate information, and recommend appropriate actions in line with Bulgarian labor legislation and internal policies;
*Support managers and HR teams in navigating challenging employee conversations and complex case management;
*Identify potential legal and operational risks and provide practical solutions to minimize them.

Performance Management and Employee Case Management:
*Guide managers through formal performance management processes, including Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), disciplinary measures, and corrective actions;
*Coordinate complex employee exits, terminations, and sensitive escalation cases while ensuring full legal compliance;
*Prepare and maintain accurate HR documentation, including warning letters, performance documentation, termination paperwork, settlement agreements, and other employment-related records;
*Continuously improve HR documentation templates to ensure compliance with current legislation and internal standards.

Labor Law, Compliance and HR Advisory:
*Act as a trusted advisor on Bulgarian labor law and employee relations matters for HR teams and business stakeholders;
*Provide guidance on organizational changes, restructurings, transfers of employees, redundancies, and other workforce transformation initiatives;
*Interpret legislative changes and translate them into practical HR processes, policies, and guidelines;
*Collaborate closely with Legal, Compliance, and external legal advisors on complex employment matters;
*Ensure readiness for labor inspections, maintain compliant employment documentation, and support adherence to regulatory requirements.

What We're Looking For:
*Proven experience in Employee Relations, Labor Law, HR Compliance, or a similar HR specialization;
*Strong knowledge of Bulgarian labor legislation and practical experience applying it in a corporate environment;
*Experience managing disciplinary procedures, investigations, performance management, and complex employee cases;
*Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills;
*High level of discretion, integrity, and attention to detail;
*Very good command of English, both written and spoken.

What You'll Receive:
*Opportunity to join a well-established international organization with a collaborative and professional environment;
*Exposure to complex HR projects and strategic employee relations initiatives;
*Ongoing opportunities for professional development and learning;
*Competitive remuneration package and attractive employee benefits;
*Modern workplace with supportive colleagues and opportunities for long-term career growth;
*Part-time: 24 hours per week;
*Schedule: 3 working days per week (8 hours per day);
*Hybrid work model: 2 office days and 1 remote working day.

If you feel excited and confident that you're the perfect fit, we encourage you to take the next step. Kindly share your detailed resume in English when you get a chance (and don't forget to include the reference number MN_).
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