Strategic HR Advisor – Temporary (7 months)

General

Are you an experienced HR professional with a strategic mindset, legal expertise, and a passion for education? Hotelschool The Hague is seeking a hands-on HR advisor to lead policy and project-based developments over the next 7 months.

You will join a multidisciplinary team of professionals in a challenging but friendly environment. The school community is international, which means both the educational programme and all business communication are done in English. Hotelschool The Hague has developed an excellent reputation over 90 years; the result of the structured & innovative educational programme and the experience and quality of our staff, instructors, and lecturers.

Department

You will be part of the Human Resources department, which is responsible for delivering high-quality HR advice, services, and policy development to support the strategic goals of Hotelschool The Hague. The team works closely with management, employees, and external partners to shape a future-proof HR landscape.

General function description

As Strategic HR Advisor, you will play a leading role in the development and implementation of key HR initiatives. This temporary assignment focuses on strategic HR projects such as refining and further developing the job classification framework, advising on the Code of Conduct, and supporting the implementation of strategic workforce planning. You will provide high-level HR policy advice, act as a trusted advisor at strategic level, and offer support in translating legislative and organisational developments into applicable policy and practice.

In addition, you will be expected to step in when needed on operational topics such as absence management or task policy, ensuring business continuity and practical alignment with HR strategy. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and fellow HR colleagues to ensure effective coordination and implementation.

Candidate profile

You have/are:

• A university-level (WO) or higher professional education (HBO+) degree, preferably in HRM or employment law;
• Extensive experience in HR policy development and strategic HR projects, preferably within education;
• Proven knowledge of employment legislation and collective labour agreements (CAO HBO);
• Strong advisory skills and the ability to act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership;
• Analytical and able to translate complex developments into clear policies and proposals;
• Skilled in writing policy documents, implementation plans, and procedural guidelines;
• Proactive, empathetic, and a confident communicator.

Remuneration

Hotelschool The Hague offers a salary based on scale 11 of the labour agreement of Universities of Applied Science (CAO HBO) with a range between €4,535.76 and €6,359.47 per month, depending on your professional experience and qualifications.

In addition, Hotelschool The Hague offers:

• A 13th month;
• An excellent package of fringe benefits;
• Employees with a 40-hour working week are entitled to 428 hours (53 days) of leave annually with retention of salary;
• Excellent opportunities for further personal development;
• Compensation towards your health insurance expenses;
• Option to make use of group discounts for multiple insurances;
• Travel allowances for commuting to and from work;
• A pension plan through ABP;
• Most importantly you would work for an organisation that strives to have a positive impact on society, helping to develop future leaders in the hospitality industry.

Additional information

Hotelschool The Hague works with a 40-hour workweek. The starting date for this position is as soon as possible depending on the notice period of the applicant. This is a temporary position for the duration of 7 months.

Additional information can be provided by Mr. M. Koeslag, Corporate Recruiter.

An English language proficiency test may be part of the selection procedure. Upon receiving an offer, a certificate of conduct (VOG) is required.

How to apply

We look forward to receiving your English CV and motivation letter. Kindly submit your CV and motivation letter to the attention of Mr. M. Koeslag, Corporate Recruiter.