International HR - Expat Assignments Officer

Daikin Europe NV (DENV) is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Limited, a Japanese outstanding company and worldwide the biggest developer, producer and supplier of HVAC-R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration) solutions, including heating pumps and cooling technology.

DENV is Daikin’s sales, R&D, and production headquarters for Europe, the Middle-East and Africa. The headquarter has Belgian offices in Brussels, Ghent and Ostend, as well as 8 production plants, 24 sales subsidiaries and offices and a whole network of independent distributors and dealers across the EMEA region.

Role:

As a member of the International Expat Assignment team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the successful coordination of expatriate assignments throughout their entire lifecycle—before, during, and after the assignment.

Acting as the central point of contact for our international expats and impats, you will oversee assignments from the moment a position opens until the expat's return, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for all involved.

In this role, you will engage with employees from across EMEA, giving you a truly international perspective.

Your responsibilities include:

• Legal and administrative tasks: Preparing and finalizing expat assignment contracts, salary packages, managing off-payroll expenses, payroll preparation, and providing advice and support on immigration and social security matters.
• Business partnership: Analysing business needs, assisting with internal candidate selection for expat assignments, overseeing career development, engaging in project work, and building networks with internal and external partners.

Team:

You’ll join a dedicated team of colleagues who manage a growing expats population. In addition to collaborating closely with your direct team, you’ll work intensively with other HR colleagues (HR Business Partners, Payroll, Legal) and business leaders.

Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree in Economics, International Politics, Law, or HR or a Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience. Tax background/knowledge is a plus.
• Experience in expatriate management is a strong plus.
• Genuine interest in payroll, taxation, and the legal aspects of international employment.

Key Skills:

•  Customer-oriented mindset
• Hands-on approach
• Proactive problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and precision
• Strong team player
• Resilience under pressure
• Effective networking skills
• Focus on results and continuous improvement
• High proficiency in English (other languages are a plus)

What We Offer:

• A challenging and dynamic work environment that values a proactive attitude.
• Opportunities for continuous personal and professional development.
• Flexibility in working hours.
• Attractive salary optimization options.
• The chance to make a real business impact.
• Room to contribute your own ideas and solutions to improve processes, address challenges, and build partnerships.
• The opportunity to help shape international careers and make a tangible difference for our employees.

Daikin Europe is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Ltd. and the leading provider of heating, cooling, ventilation, air purification, and refrigeration technology. The company designs, manufactures and brings to market a broad portfolio of equipment, as well as tailor-made solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial purposes in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). To date, Daikin EMEA has over 12 000 employees across more than 59 consolidated subsidiaries. It has 12 major manufacturing facilities based in Belgium, the Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Austria, and the UK. Our aim is to drive sustainable and effective solutions, sparking a good climate for the generations to come. And all this can only be achieved because of our People. 

Good climate starts with people 
Our employees are the beating heart of our company. At Daikin, you get to work in a positive environment backed by trust, creativity and continuous improvement. Together, we create our top-quality solutions by empowering talented teams. You will get plenty of opportunities to learn and grow. We are deeply committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. Good climate starts with people.