Company Description
Are you passionate about people and want to kick-start an international HR career in a purpose-driven company?
Join Lesaffre Germany as an HR Officer (VIE) and help build the HR of tomorrow
Company Description
As a global key player in yeasts and fermentation, Lesaffre designs, manufactures and markets innovative solutions forBaking, Food taste & pleasure, Health care and Biotechnology.
Family group born in northern France in 1853, now a multi-national and a multicultural company, Lesaffre is committed toworking with confidence to better nourish and protect the planet.
In close collaboration with its clients and partners, Lesaffre employs11 000peoplein more than50countries.
Lesaffre achieves a turnover of3billion euros.
Job Description
Why Germany? Why Kehl?
Kehl is a charming German town right on the Rhine river, just across the bridge from Strasbourg (France). That means you get the best of both worlds – French and German cultures, languages, food , and career opportunities.
It’s calm, green, and welcoming — a perfect place to live, learn, and grow. Plus, our team operates across Kehl and Elmshorn, giving you a multi-site experience and a real European HR mission
Your role as HR Officer
As part of our Lesaffre Germany HR team, you’ll work closely with our HR Director and help connect our two sites (Kehl & Elmshorn) through engaging and impactful HR projects
Your mission:
HR Projects – Support and lead local & global HR initiatives
Data Management – Track KPIs, headcount, consolidate and analyze HR data
Recruitment – Organize recruitment campaigns & help digitalize the process
Training – Coordinate employee training via our e-learning platform
HR Admin – Help manage HR tools (working hours, travel expenses, digital files, etc.)
Corporate Culture – Support internal comms and culture development
Qualifications
What you bring
Degree in HR, Business, Psychology or a related field
A minimum of some HR experience (internship or job in recruitment, L&D, or HR tools)
️ Solid grasp of Office 365 and project management basics
️ Strong communication skills – in English AND German (B2)
Team spirit, openness, structure, and a positive attitude
Passion for working with people and making HR more human & efficient!
✅ VIE – Are you eligible?
To apply for this VIE position, you must:
✔️ Be aged 18–28
✔️ Hold EU citizenship
✔️ Have never done a VIE before
ℹ️ Learn more about the program here: mon-vie-via.businessfrance.fr
Additional Information
Why choose this VIE?
Gain Valuableinternational Experiencein Germany
Work onstrategic projectsin process optimization
Develop yourcareer in an industrial environmentwith high-impact
VIE status =tax benefitsand an attractive package
✈️ 1 round-trip to home per year covered (economy class)
⏳ Practical info
Location: Kehl, Germany (with regular collaboration with Elmshorn site)
Duration: 24 months
Start date: September 2025
Recruitment Process:
CV Screening➡️3 Interviews➡️Welcome on board!
What’s next after the VIE?
This VIE is just the beginning!
Our ambition is to hire our VIEs after the mission and offer them a long-term career in France or anywhere in the world with Lesaffre
You’ll leave with strong HR foundations, international experience, and maybe... your next big job already lined up
Ready to grow with us?
Apply now and shape the future of HR with impact, meaning, and international ambition
[Diversity & Inclusion]: At Lesaffre, diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive, regardless of your background, gender, age or abilities. We encourage all applications, as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow.
