People Operations Associate

As Lalamove continues to grow, we’re looking for a People Operations Associate to join our team in Berlin. This is a hands-on role supporting the day-to-day People and office operations as we scale the business. You’ll support day-to-day People and admin work, keep HR processes running smoothly, support employees across their lifecycle, bring structure to a fast-moving environment, and work alongside the People Manager to deliver a great employee experience. This role is ideal for someone excited to be part of a hypergrowth, technology-driven start-up who leads with integrity and is motivated by making a meaningful impact on local communities. If you’re organized, hands-on, and enjoy building as you go, this role is a great fit for you. What you'll do:

Support the recruitment process, from job posting to sourcing and screening.

Maintain accurate HR records, systems, policies, and user guides.

Prepare employment-related letters and documentation.

Support onboarding, offboarding, and visa processes.

Coordinate company and ad hoc events.

Support general office administration, including HR/People-related vendor payments, supplies, and office maintenance.

What we seek:

1–2 years as HR Generalist, ideally in a startup or scale-up environment

A degree in business administration, management, HR, economics, or a comparable field

Familiarity with German labour laws, HR processes, payroll, and vendor coordination

Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills

Detail-oriented, reliable, and able to maintain confidentiality

Proactive and able to prioritise tasks, work independently, and manage time effectively

Proficiency in Google Workspace and Personio is a plus

Fluency in English and a minimum C1 level in German