Engineered in Germany, Proven in the Wild

Jack Wolfskin is an internationally renowned outdoor brand and part of the ANTA Sports Group, one of the world’s leading sporting goods companies. As one of the top providers of high-quality outdoor apparel, footwear, and equipment in Europe and China, Jack Wolfskin stands for innovation, functionality, and sustainability. With a strong network of owned stores and franchise partners, the company is also one of the largest franchisors in Germany's sporting goods retail sector.

We’re looking for people with a spirit of adventure - free thinkers who blaze their own trail and explore the wild with passion together with a strong team that lives and breathes the outdoors. Sound like you? Then welcome to the Wild Ones.

Engineered in Germany, Proven in the Wild

Jack Wolfskin is an internationally renowned outdoor brand and part of the ANTA Sports Group, one of the world’s leading sporting goods companies. As one of the top providers of high-quality outdoor apparel, footwear, and equipment in Europe and China, Jack Wolfskin stands for innovation, functionality, and sustainability. With a strong network of owned stores and franchise partners, the company is also one of the largest franchisors in Germany's sporting goods retail sector.

We’re looking for people with a spirit of adventure - free thinkers who blaze their own trail and explore the wild with passion together with a strong team that lives and breathes the outdoors. Sound like you? Then welcome to the Wild Ones.

We free the wild inside everyone and out there!
We are looking for you to join our team in the HR Corporate Department at our headquarters in Idstein as a HR Operations Specialist (m/f/d)  as soon as possible.
Your role in the Wolfpack:
  • Independent management of all HR-related tasks – from onboarding to offboarding
  • Preparation of employment contracts, certificates, and references
  • Maintenance and administration of employee master data and digital personnel files
  • Advising managers and employees on HR-related topics
  • Support in the preparation of payroll
  • Design and execution of onboarding programs that engage and connect new employees
  • Participation in HR projects, particularly in the areas of digitalization and automation
  • Support in the administration of operational time tracking
  • Preparation and analysis of reports and statistics to support data-driven decision-making
  • Actively contributing to the employee experience and departmental productivity by optimizing internal processes and developing HR tools
What you bring:
  • You have at least 3 years of relevant experience in operational HR
  • You hold a completed commercial/business qualification, ideally complemented by a personnel-specific additional qualification (e.g., Personnel Specialist Certificate)
  • Basic knowledge of social security, payroll tax, and labor law
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Experience with HR software (e.g., ATOSS or HANSALOG) is a plus
  • Good command of German and English; comfortable working in a multicultural environment
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
  • Reliable and responsible, with a willingness to work in an open, feedback-oriented culture
  • Interest in digital tools and a motivation to contribute to process improvements
What you can expect from us:
  • An exciting product world and international environment in a responsible, sustainability-driven company
  • German and English as our working languages
  • 30 days of paid vacation per year
  • Flexible and hybrid working models
  • Mobile working from abroad for up to 4 weeks per year
  • Attractive employee discounts and company benefits
  • “Employee Referral” bonus program
  • Exclusive perks via Corporate Benefits
  • Bike leasing – monthly subsidies for up to two leasing contracts
  • EGYM company fitness – access to over 7,000 gyms
  • Mental health support and professional development with our partner Nilo
  • Team events and outdoor sports activities
  • A first-name culture and casual dress code
  • Free water, coffee, and a variety of teas
Ready for your next adventure?
Then become part of our team! We look forward to receiving your application – exclusively via our online career portal – including your CV, earliest possible start date, and salary expectations.

Job Details

Title
HR Operations Specialist (m/f/d)
Area of activity
Human Resources
Location
Idstein (Headquarter)
Entry level
Professional
Contract type
Unlimited

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Do you have any questions about job vacancies, application processes, speculative applications or other topics? Please feel free to contact our HR specialists:

HR specialists
recruiting@jack-wolfskin.com
Please note:
We can only answer questions here and do not accept applications sent to this email address. Please submit applications online via our career portal. Email applications will not processed.
Please note: We can only answer questions here and do not accept applications sent to this email address. Please submit applications online via our career portal. Email applications will not processed.