Company: Sykell
Location: Berlin, Germany
Position: HR & Administration Manager (Part-Time, 20 hours/week)
Languages: German (Fluent), English (Fluent)
Join Sykell: Shaping the Future of the Circular Economy
At Sykell, we’re redefining how packaging works by building a truly circular, sustainable system. As a purpose-driven startup tackling the global plastic challenge, we’re growing fast and need the right people on board to scale responsibly.
That’s where you come in.
We’re looking for a part-time HR & Administration Manager who’s excited to support our team and help shape our people and culture processes. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, are highly organized, and care about making a real impact, we’d love to meet you.
Your Role:
As our HR & Admin Manager, you’ll be the go-to person for all things people-related. You’ll work closely with leadership and team members across departments to ensure our HR processes run smoothly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Take ownership of HR strategy and actively drive people development initiatives
- Support and coordinate the onboarding process for new team members
- Assist with payroll preparation and coordination with external providers
- Help drive recruitment processes (e.g., scheduling interviews, posting jobs, candidate communication)
- Contribute to building and maintaining a strong people & culture environment
- Assist with general administrative tasks related to contracts, documentation, and HR systems
- Support with daily operations and office organization, including helping create a welcoming team atmosphere (e.g., team events, logistics, and general office coordination)
What You Bring:
- Prior experience in HR or administrative support roles
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- A proactive mindset and the ability to work independently
- Comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion
- Proficiency in both German and English
- Familiarity with common HR tools (e.g. Personio, Google Workspace) is a plus
Why Sykell:
- Be part of a mission-driven startup solving the plastic problem
- Work from our bright and central Berlin Kreuzberg office, with flexible home office days
- Join a passionate, collaborative team that values transparency and sustainability
- Grow with a company that’s scaling fast—and thoughtfully
- Enjoy an inclusive work environment where your contributions really matter
If this sounds like your kind of role, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in sustainability.
Sykell is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
