Human Resources Specialist - EMEA

JOB SUMMARY We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support our EMEA operations and based in the Kyiv, Ukraine. This role serves as a trusted HR partner, providing comprehensive human resources support across the employee lifecycle while ensuring alignment with global HR strategies and local employment requirements. You will work closely with the Head of HR, Global. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES; include but not limited to: Partner with managers and employees to provide day-to-day HR guidance and support. Administer HR policies, procedures, and programs in compliance with local labor laws and company policies. Support and promote Silvaco's culture, mission, vision, and core values. Assist in developing HR goals, initiatives, and continuous improvement programs. Maintain and update job descriptions to support organizational needs. Participate in compensation activities, including salary benchmarking, market analysis, merit planning, and annual compensation reviews. Support annual performance management processes, including merit planning and performance review cycles. Support employee relations activities, including coaching managers, responding to employee inquiries, and conducting exit interviews. Maintain accurate employee records, organizational charts, HR reports, and personnel documentation. Assist with HR reporting, workforce analytics, and compliance documentation. Evaluate HR programs and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and enhance the employee experience. Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and company policies. Support HR projects and global initiatives as assigned, transactions and reporting. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 3-5 years of progressive Human Resources experience in a generalist role. Professional working proficiency in English (written and verbal) is required. Strong knowledge of Ukrainian labor legislation and HR best practices. Experience supporting multiple HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment, performance management, compensation and HR administration. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis, reporting and interpretation. Experience supporting annual compensation review processes, including merit planning and salary budgeting. Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms with Workday experience strongly preferred. Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization. Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and confidentiality. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Experience working remotely in a distributed or virtual work environment, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple time zones. Hands-on experience administering or supporting Workday HR pro WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER At Silvaco, we do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408.567.1000. About Silvaco, Inc. For over four decades, Silvaco, based in Silicon Valley, California and with global locations around the world has solved semiconductor design challenges by offering affordable and competitive TCAD (Technology Computer Aided Design) software, EDA (Electronic Design Automation) software, proven design IP (intellectual property), and world class support to engineers and researchers across the globe. Silvaco solutions span from atoms to systems: starting with simulation of material behavior impacting semiconductor devices, to design and analysis of transistor circuits, and lastly providing IP blocks for systems-on-chip (SoC) designs. Our solutions are deployed in production flows across broad industry segments such as leading display companies, automotive OEM suppliers, and top Memory, 5G, and IoT (internet of things) providers.