Planet X FX

Planet X FX

visual effectsvirtual productiontitle designreadyset studiossetellitedeepspace

office & hr manager

‼️Please be aware that the position will be based on-site in our Amsterdam office‼️

Planet X is an internationally acclaimed visual effects house and creative studio based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands that caters to a diverse range of productions, including feature films, episodic series, and high-end commercials.


We're hiring for office & hr manager, on site, start asap.
The Office & HR Manager is a key member of the Planet X team, responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of our VFX studio to ensure that the office is a productive and pleasant place for everyone. As an Office & HR Manager, you will oversee the daily facility management, ensuring that everything runs seamlessly.

responsibilities

office management

  • Handle incoming telephone calls.
  • Ensure the office is neat, presentable, and properly stocked, making daily rounds.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for office-related issues and facility maintenance
  • Manage office-supply inventory and placing orders for goods and services as needed
  • Coordinate with maintenance providers to maintain a clean, safe office and ensure appliances are functioning properly
  • Organize and coordinate the weekly groceries and daily lunch.
  • Welcome clients and guests to the studio, ensuring NDA compliance.
  • Prepare meeting spaces, ensuring tidiness and availability of refreshments. Organize team activities (in coordination with management ass.)

hr & administrative work

  • Act as the point of contact for staff regarding sick leave, absences, overtime compensation, and other HR-related matters.
  • Maintain accurate administration of sick leave, absences, wages, etc. in NMRS.
  • Process SEPA payments for wages and payroll tax.
  • Manage employee contracts (in coordination with management)
  • Handle the onboarding and offboarding of employees, freelancers, and interns.
  • Keep track of employee insurance policies
  • Conduct regular HR meetings with team members (trial period, half way contract, ‘touch base’, contract ending/renewals)
  • Update holiday schedules and coordinate absence notifiers
  • Cover when Assistant Manager and Operations is absent or assistance is needed.
  • Participate in staff recruitment and candidate interviews when required.
  • Book work trips (in coordination with Management Assistant).

requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in office management, HR, or a similar role.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Experience with HR administration, payroll, and employee management.
  • Proficiency in office management software and tools (e.g., NMRS, Google Workspace, Microsoft Teams).
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
  • A proactive and problem-solving mindset, with a hands-on approach.
  • Fluency in Dutch and English is required.
  • Experience or a strong affinity with the film and television industry, particularly in post-production, is a plus.

benefits

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • A collaborative and creative work environment with a focus on work-life balance
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
  • Work on exciting and high-profile projects with top-tier clients in the entertainment industry


Are you interested? Please send your application via the application form or apply with your CV and motivational letter at recruitment@planetx.nl!

We look forward to receiving your application!