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HR Specialist (Internal HR)
UPM-Kymmene Sp.z o.o.
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Posted 5 days ago
About this role
Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils! Learn more about us as a workplace [upm.com/careers](http://upm.com/careers) We are currently looking for an HR Specialist (Internal HR) to join the Reward and Career Changes Team on a temporary fixed-term contract for a period of one year. Greetings from your future manager “You will be joining a team of nine dedicated HR professionals who support employees across a variety of HR and payroll-related topics. If you enjoy helping people, solving challenges and working in a collaborative environment, this could be the right opportunity for you. We value teamwork, continuous learning and supporting one another while delivering positive employee experience every day”. – Aleksandra Kalińska, Manager, HRS Reward & Career Changes What you will do * Support UPM units in Poland with administrative tasks related to the employment life cycle and benefits * Co-operate with HR Business Partners at UPM’s mills and office sites, as well as with external stakeholders (e.g. payroll or benefits’ providers) * Provide advice to employees and managers on HR processes, policies, and HR system related questions using ServiceNow, phone and chat * Maintain HR system (Workday) related to personal, employment, compensation and benefit data * Support time and attendance processes, including system troubleshooting and various queries * Deliver onboarding sessions and support pre-boarding documentation * Prepare HR documents and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance * Participate in additional HR projects and initiatives based on current need, your interests and skills Who you are * You have a bachelor’s degree (or higher) or equivalent in a relevant field of study * You are fluent in Polish and English, both written and spoken * You have practical experience in HR administration, employee lifecycle processes, payroll-related activities or other HR operations areas * You have a good understanding of Polish labour law and are motivated to further develop your expertise in this area * You are comfortable working with HR systems and digital tools. Experience with Workday and/or ServiceNow would be a strong advantage * undefined * You have a service-oriented mindset and enjoy supporting employees and managers in their day-to-day HR matters * You are a team player with strong communication skills, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn * You can work effectively and cooperatively as part of a team This is what we offer to you * Meaningful job: We are proud of what we do. Our work highlights the expertise of our personnel, the high quality of our products and the company's values. * Inspired and motivated teams: We have highly skilled workforce. We are a multifaceted, international organization that works as a team to achieve our shared goals. * Responsibility for people and environment: Our ethical principles embrace people as well as the environment. We are always aiming to build a more sustainable future. * Comprehensive onboarding and development opportunities: We provide you with the knowledge you need to perform well in your role and to feel like a part of the team, you can also take part in additional assignments and learn new valuable skills. * Support with relocation to Kraków: which includes flight tickets and free accommodation for the duration of probationary period. Kraków is an international and affordable city offering a wide range of attractions as well as great transport connections to the Tatra Mountains and other parts of Poland! * Attractive benefits package: UPM’s benefits package includes private medical health care, life insurance, sports card, budget for external training, and company phone also for private use. * Flexible work arrangements: employing a hybrid model, our employees can split their working time between their home and the office. We support flexible working hours within agreed frame. Our office and ways of working are adjusted to meet the highest safety standards. Additional information about the position This position offers a hybrid working model, combining remote work from home with regular on-site collaboration in Eximius Park in Zabierzów, Kraków area. The position holder will report to Manager, HRS Reward & Career Changes For further information about the role, please contact Aleksandra Kalińska, Manager, HRS Reward & Career Changes at [aleksandra.kalinska@upm.com](mailto:aleksandra.kalinska@upm.com) How to apply To apply, please submit your CV by December 5, 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline. For support with submitting your application, please contact HR Services team at [careers@upm.com](mailto:careers@upm.com) or tel. +48123999499. Learn more about how to apply from [our Careers page](https://www.upm.com/people-and-careers/career-at-upm/how-to-apply/). Country-specific information If you have any concerns about the recruitment and selection process, you can report those online through the UPM Report Misconduct channel using the link: [https://www.upm.com/investors/governance/compliance/reportmisconduct/](https://www.upm.com/investors/governance/compliance/reportmisconduct/) UPM HR Services UPM's HR Services offers a wide range of administrative HR services for UPM operations all over the world. Our teams provide high-quality support in employee life-cycle administration, learning and recruitment processes. UPM HR Services is a great vantage point into the HR organization and processes of a large, global company, and an ideal place to take your first steps in your HR career. If you wish to get more insight about who we are, check out this [video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CQt60rOAZDM). UPM – we renew the everyday Read more: [upm.com](https://www.upm.com/) Follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/upm-kymmene) | [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/upmdotcom) | [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/upmworld/) | [X](https://twitter.com/UPMGlobal) UPM #UPMers #materialsolutions WeRenewTheEveryday [#FeelGoodAboutYourWork](https://www.linkedin.com/search/results/all/?keywords=%23feelgoodaboutyourwork&origin=HASH_TAG_FROM_FEED&lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_search_srp_all%3BUASIvsKWS%2Fata%2F1C0MNVPA%3D%3D) LI-DNP LI-HYBRID UPM is a material solutions company, renewing products and entire value chains with an extensive portfolio of renewable fibres, advanced materials, decarbonization solutions, and communication papers. Our performance in sustainability has been recognized by third parties, including EcoVadis and the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. We operate globally and employ approximately 13,600 people worldwide, with annual sales of approximately €9.7 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. UPM – we renew the everyday