*Please note, the position is office based and we can only consider applicants who based in or nearby Amsterdam.*

About the role

We are looking for an Interim HR Manager to take ownership of the HR function during a maternity leave period from end of November 2026 through mid-May 2027.

This is a hands-on managerial role within an international commercial environment. You will act as a trusted advisor to management and oversee a broad range of HR, payroll, employee relations, compliance, and Talent Acquisition activities across multiple countries.

Key responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor and sparring partner to management on HR and employee-related matters.
• Oversee multi-country payroll, with responsibility for accuracy, compliance, and timely execution.
• Manage and advise on employment law topics, employee relations, absence/leave, pensions, and immigration matters.
• Ensure HR processes and practices are compliant, accurate, and appropriately documented.
• Manage and support the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, including setting priorities, providing guidance, and monitoring the effectiveness of the TA function.

About you

• Proven experience in an HR Manager or comparable managerial role (+/- 10 years), ideally within an international commercial environment such as sales, trading, or financial services.
• Experience with multi-country payroll; knowledge of Nmbrs is a strong advantage.
• Experience working across multiple European countries, ideally including NL, FR, DE and IT. We also have employees in Spain, Israel & Romania.
• Familiarity with Dutch immigration/visa processes, absence processes, and pension legislation.
• Experience managing or overseeing Talent Acquisition and evaluating the effectiveness of a recruitment function.
• Fluent in Dutch and English.
• Available 20–24 hours per week (on-site)

What we value

• A strong compliance mindset and high attention to detail.
• Confidence to advise and challenge management when required, while remaining pragmatic and commercially minded.
• Strong people-management and stakeholder-management skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work effectively across different countries and cultures.
• A high level of ownership, discretion, integrity, and professional judgement.
• A proactive, hands-on, and solutions-oriented approach.
• Comfortable working independently in a dynamic international environment.

Established in 2001, Fusion Worldwide is a premier, global open market distributor of electronic components with an established reputation of excellence in sourcing, quality, and outstanding customer support. Solving supply chain disruptions is where we are truly able to provide key service to all our customers, and we are looking for motivated individuals like you to join this rapidly growing industry! With our company headquarters located in the scenic Boston Seaport area, we also have key locations in Amsterdam, Singapore, Munich, Guadalajara, Seoul, and San Francisco. At our current rate of growth, we are continuously expanding our global footprint to reach all corners of the world, and we are dedicated to finding top talent to help us grow in all regions!