(Junior) HR Manager

About Picus Capital

Picus Capital is a globally active technology investor that collaborates with ambitious founding teams building market-defining technology companies. We act as entrepreneurial sparring partners, supporting them from initial concept through to IPO and beyond. Our privately funded structure enables us to invest flexibly and long-term across a diverse range of sectors. Our young and driven team shares the founder's mindset, constantly questioning the status quo, thinking big, and actively shaping the long-term success of our portfolio companies. With offices in Munich, Berlin, London, New York, Bangalore, and Singapore, we operate as a closely coordinated global team, driven by our own hypotheses and a belief in technological disruption across all regions and industries. At Picus, we drive the change we wish to see in the world.

We are expanding our HR team and seeking a (Junior) Human Resources Manager (m/f/d). In this role, you will be an integral part of a closely connected, globally positioned team, managing the operational core of our HR activities. You will work closely with our investment team and the founders of our portfolio companies.

Your Mission

Employee Support

• Guiding the entire employee lifecycle from offer letter to offboarding.
• Managing and enhancing our onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Ensuring a positive employee experience from the first day to the last.

HR Operations

• Overseeing administrative processes and independently generating contracts, certificates, references, and warnings.
• Providing support and consultation to employees on inquiries regarding vacation requests, benefits, salary, and other HR-related matters.
• Assisting with preparatory payroll accounting for various global entities.
• Managing our HR tools and systems, with a particular focus on our HRIS, Personio.

Employee Development

• Overseeing the feedback cycle for interns and working students.
• Coordinating and developing employee surveys.
• Planning training and coaching programs.

Recruiting & Portfolio Support

• Supporting recruitment for our internal positions and providing external HR support to our portfolio companies.
• Assisting in advising our portfolio companies on HR-related topics.

Strategy

• Contributing to the continuous improvement of our HR processes.
• Implementing initiatives and providing conceptual support for various HR projects.
• Identifying and implementing automation opportunities within HR administration.

About You

Background

• Completed university degree, ideally with a focus on Business Administration, Psychology, or Human Resources.
• Initial practical experience in HR or recruiting, such as through internships or working student roles.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and spoken German and English skills.

Personality

• Strong communication skills and openness.
• Interest in HR topics, startups, and venture capital.
• Proactive, structured, and independent work style.
• Enjoys a dynamic and innovative work environment.

Mindset & Passion

• We believe in passionate ownership and seek individuals comfortable in a dynamic environment.
• We are looking for new team members eager to drive our mission forward together.

Your Benefits at Picus

Global Network

We offer a broad range of responsibilities within a strong HR team, allowing you to undertake diverse tasks and build a valuable global network.

Culture

We foster an ambitious, entrepreneurial, and caring company culture with high standards, enabling you to take full responsibility early on. You will interact continuously with a global team, collaborate with colleagues across six offices, and gain insight into each region's ecosystem. Regular team events are also part of our culture.

Personal Mentor

During your onboarding, you will be assigned a personal mentor at Picus who will support you through regular meetings.

Educational Leave Program

Interested in pursuing further professional qualifications after a few years? Our Educational Leave Program supports your journey.

Learning & Development

Regular 360° feedback processes and an annual training budget of EUR 3,000 provide a framework for your personal development at Picus.

Wellbeing

Your wellbeing outside of work is important to us. Upon joining, you will receive a Wellpass membership.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Picus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity), national, social or ethnic origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, competence, and merit.