Junior HR Specialist

Location:

Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, Sweden

Job ID:

R0144749

Date Posted:

2026-09-16

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):

Human Resources

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

The Opportunity

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Junior HR Specialist to join our HR Operations team in Sweden, with a focus on Time Management. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their HR career who is eager to learn and grow.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology company advancing the world's energy system through innovative power and grid solutions. As part of our HR team, you will support employees and managers with time-related questions and processes while learning from experienced colleagues across HR Operations, Payroll, and other HR functions.

How you’ll make an impact

• Support employees and managers with time and attendance related inquiries.
• Process and resolve HR Time tickets received through service management tools.
• Assist with corrections and updates in time management systems.
• Monitor time-related transactions and ensure data accuracy.
• Support payroll preparation activities by validating time data and resolving discrepancies.
• Assist with period-end controls and reconciliation activities
• Prepare communications and user instructions. 
• Identify opportunities to simplify and improve HR processes. 

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Admin, Payroll Admin, or a related field
• 0-2 years’ experience in HR Admin, Shared Services, Payroll, Customer Service, or similar
• Excellent attention to detail and a structured, analytical approach to problem-solving
• Good communication skills in Swedish and English
• Proficient in Microsoft Office package, particularly Excel

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together. ​

Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:  ​

• Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2) ​
• Group life insurance and additional insurances
• Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank ​
• Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager) ​
• Health care and wellness allowance ​
• Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction) ​
• Psychological support program ​
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave ​
• Various training and education supporting employee development ​
• Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally ​
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks ​

The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and type of contract.

More about us

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; we therefore encourage you to apply today.

Questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Johanna Niss – [email protected]

Union representatives:

Unionen – Karin Ulvemark - +46 107 38 51 42

SACO/Sveriges Ingenjörer – Maria Lönnberg - +46 72 200 47 96

Ledarna - Frank Hollstedt +46 10 7387043

 

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.