Human Resources Assistant - Recruitment (m/f/d)

US-Botschaft in ÖsterreichWienstepstonepublished 10/30/2026
Must-have:SecurityLead
Nice-to-have:FinTech

About the company

Do you know Vienna's talent market and love matching great people with the right role? Join the U.S. Embassy's Human Resources team and lead recruitment for three U.S. diplomatic missions in Vienna as our:

Your tasks

  • Own the full hiring cycle, from strategy with hiring managers to a new colleague's first day.
  • Build the Mission's talent pipeline through partnerships with Austrian universities and professional networks.
  • Write and market vacancies that stand out, then screen applicants, build shortlists, and run testing and interviews.
  • Be the go-to advisor for managers on fair, effective, and compliant hiring.
  • Guide selected candidates through offers, security and medical clearances, and onboarding.
  • Turn recruitment data into reports that shape how the Mission hires and retains talent.

Requirements

  • Completion of at least two years of general college or university studies.
  • At least three (3) years of work experience in managing recruitment and hiring, or closely related human resources experience.
  • Good knowledge of human resources practices and procedures in recruitment and hiring, and good working knowledge of Austrian labor and social security law and local employment practices.
  • Good working knowledge of English and German, spoken and written.
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office; strong writing, analytical, presentation, and negotiation skills.
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills; organized, diligent, and able to work under pressure.

What we offer

  • A permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week) in an international environment.
  • An annual gross salary starting at €54,225.00 (€4,518.75 monthly), plus special payments (13th and 14th monthly salaries). A higher starting salary may be possible depending on qualifications and experience.
  • Local and international training opportunities.
  • Austrian social insurance, statutory employment benefits, and a company pension plan.
  • Both U.S. and Austrian public holidays.
  • A friendly and collaborative work environment.

How to apply

The full vacancy announcement is available on our website at Job Opportunities - U.S. Embassy in Austria - Available positions at the U.S. Mission . Please submit your application electronically following the instructions in the vacancy announcement.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.