Transparency International Is Hiring a People Associate in Berlin – Salary Up to €49,035 per Year

Transparency International Secretariat is recruiting a People Associate (m/f/d) to join its People & Culture Team in Berlin, Germany.

The position is full-time and hybrid, offering an opportunity to work for a leading global organisation dedicated to fighting corruption and promoting transparency and accountability.

Job Details

Position: People Associate (m/f/d)
Organisation: Transparency International Secretariat
Location: Berlin, Germany
Address: Alt-Moabit 96, 10559 Berlin
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Work model: Hybrid
Contract: Fixed-term for two years, with the aim of establishing a long-term employment relationship
Start date: As soon as possible
Salary: €35,175–€49,035 gross per year

The final salary will depend on the candidate's relevant professional experience.

About the Role

The People Associate will play an important role in ensuring the efficient delivery of HR operations and services across the Transparency International Secretariat.

The successful candidate will provide employee support, coordinate payroll administration, maintain HR data and records, manage employee benefits and assist with immigration and employment-related administration.

The position will also involve close cooperation with People Business Partners, Finance, external service providers and public authorities.

Main Responsibilities

The People Associate will be responsible for:

• Managing the central HR inbox and responding to employee questions and requests;
• Preparing and managing employee documentation, including employment certificates and reference letters;
• Maintaining accurate employee records in HR information systems;
• Coordinating the monthly payroll administration process;
• Administering employee benefits, including meal vouchers and sports memberships;
• Supporting visa, residence permit and work authorisation procedures;
• Liaising with employees, authorities and external stakeholders;
• Working closely with People Business Partners and Finance colleagues;
• Supporting improvements and standardisation of HR administrative processes;
• Contributing to other People & Culture projects and operational priorities.

Requirements

Transparency International is looking for candidates with at least two years of professional experience in HR administration, HR operations or a comparable role.

Applicants should have a relevant academic qualification, professional certification or vocational training in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Experience with HR information systems, employee data management, payroll administration and benefits processes is required or highly desirable.

Experience in an international and multicultural environment is an advantage, while knowledge of German employment administration practices is desirable.

Language Requirements

Candidates must have fluent German and English skills, both spoken and written.

The organisation is also looking for someone with:

• Strong organisational skills;
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills;
• High attention to detail and accuracy;
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines;
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively;
• Discretion when handling confidential information;
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

What Transparency International Offers

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work within a dynamic and international organisation with colleagues representing more than 45 nationalities.

The benefits package includes:

• Relocation support, including work permit sponsorship where needed and eligible;
• Financial support for German language classes;
• 30 days of annual leave;
• Flexible working hours;
• Hybrid working from within Germany;
• The possibility of working from abroad for up to 30 working days per calendar year;
• Pluxee food vouchers;
• Reduced membership fees with Urban Sports Club;
• Mental wellbeing and counselling support;
• Discounted Deutschland Ticket;
• A centrally located office in Berlin with excellent public transport connections.

Work Permit Support

An important point for international applicants is that existing permission to work in Germany is not a selection criterion.

Transparency International states that it supports successful candidates with the process of applying for a work permit if one is required.

The organisation welcomes applications from qualified candidates from different countries, regions and cultural backgrounds.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit:

• A CV;
• A cover letter.

The CV and cover letter must be merged into one PDF file and submitted through the online recruitment system.

Application Deadline

24 August 2026 at 15:30 CET

The recruitment process may take up to three weeks. Successful candidates are expected to hear from Transparency International by the end of August or, at the latest, in early September.

Apply Online

Applicants can read the full job description and submit their application through the official recruitment page:

People Associate – Transparency International

Important: Transparency International does not charge applicants any fees at any stage of the recruitment and selection process. The organisation also does not request applicants' bank account details.

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https://transparency.softgarden.io/job/66650253/People-Associate-M-F-D-?jobDbPVId=281429878&l=en