Associate Manager, HR Operations EMEA

stryker· Stryker European Operations Limited - Dutch Branch Office
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📍 Amsterdam, NetherlandsFull time💰 EUR 65K–121K

About this role

Work Flexibility: Hybrid

Job Overview 

The Associate Manager, HR Operations – Advanced Operations (Tier 2) EMEA is responsible for leading a team of HR Operations Leads, Senior Specialists, and Specialists who provide advanced HR operational support across the EMEA region. This role oversees the delivery of complex employee lifecycle transactions, data management activities, organizational changes, acquisitions and integrations, and advanced Workday support while ensuring operational excellence, data integrity, compliance, and continuous improvement. 

Who We Want 

Talent Developers, Network Builders, and Managers Who Drive Performance. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Manage, coach, and develop a high performing and highly engaged team within Advanced Operations. 

  • Lead recruitment, onboarding, performance management, succession planning, and talent development activities. 

  • Oversee complex HR transactions, organizational changes, restructuring, and employee lifecycle activities across EMEA. 

  • Guide the resolution of advanced Workday and HR operations issues. 

  • Drive and lead the acquisitions, integrations, and end to end employee data conversion activities. 

  • Monitor SLAs, quality controls, service delivery metrics, and data integrity standards. 

  • Drive system testing, process improvements, standardization, automation, and operational excellence initiatives. 

  • Partner with Local HR, COEs, Payroll, Benefits, Leaves, WFM and regional as well as global HR Operations leaders to support strategic initiatives and organizational changes. 

  • Develop and report on operational metrics and service performance indicators. 

Education 

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required. 

Qualifications & Experience 

  • 6+ years of relevant work experience required. 

  • Out of which 3+ years of HR Operations, Shared Services, HR COE, or related experience preferred. 

  • Prior experience leading or managing teams directly or indirectly. 

  • Strong knowledge of HR Operations and employee lifecycle processes. 

  • Experience with HR systems, with Workday, Service Now preferred.

  

 

Netherlands Pay Ranges:

  • Netherlands: €65.100 - €121.000 EUR Annual

  

 

At Stryker, we believe transparency helps candidates make confident decisions about their next career step. Compensation is an important part of that process and we want to be clear about how pay is determined. The compensation information posted for this role may be presented as a salary range or a fixed amount depending on the role.  In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for incentive compensation (such as bonus and/or commissions where applicable), along with Stryker’s comprehensive benefits package.

 

If you’d like to learn more about the salary or the benefits associated with this role, your recruiter will be happy to walk you through the details as you progress through the hiring process.

  

 

Travel Percentage: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Associate Manager, HR Operations EMEA role at stryker?
The listed salary for this Associate Manager, HR Operations EMEA position at stryker is EUR 65K–121K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Associate Manager, HR Operations EMEA position at stryker located?
This Associate Manager, HR Operations EMEA role at stryker is based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Associate Manager, HR Operations EMEA role at stryker full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Associate Manager, HR Operations EMEA role in the Stryker European Operations Limited - Dutch Branch Office department at stryker.
Which team or department does the Associate Manager, HR Operations EMEA at stryker belong to?
This Associate Manager, HR Operations EMEA position is part of the Stryker European Operations Limited - Dutch Branch Office department at stryker. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Associate Manager, HR Operations EMEA position at stryker?
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When was the Associate Manager, HR Operations EMEA job at stryker posted?
This Associate Manager, HR Operations EMEA position at stryker was posted on Aug 4, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Associate Manager, HR Operations EMEA
stryker · 💰 EUR 65K–121K
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