Working Student — HR Services (all genders)

Location: München, Germany Department: People and HR

Who We Are

Our strategy? To be anything but typical strategy consultants! Our unconventional nature is embedded deep in our DNA. Over sixty years ago, BCG shook up the world of strategy consulting. Now, it has grown to become one of the world leaders in the field. How do we manage to stay ahead of the pack? The answer is simple: by reinventing ourselves every day and providing a home with diverse career opportunities to the best talent and most creative minds all over the world. And by giving you the chance to make an impact in business and society. BCG stands for authenticity, exceptional work, and strong integrity. Once you’ve become part of the Group, we’ll help you find your path, unleash your potential, effect change, and advance the world.

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Our most vital resource is our people. That’s why Human Resources is one of our most vital teams: From recruiting to career development for BCGers, and from training and mobility support to staffing (assigning our consultants to client casework), the Human Resources Team plays a decisive role in making BCG not just a company, but a Group in which each individual can be their best.

What You'll Do

We are seeking a qualified candidate to join our HR Services Team as a Working Student. Beyond running our day-to-day HR processes, we are also making them smarter: the automation of HR processes is a topic we actively drive, and you will help shape it.

Your responsibilities will include

Support core HR processes such as employee benefits, compensation, promotions, and educational leaves, including annual compensation processes and bonus eligibility reviews Assist with contract administration, including contractual amendments and promotion letters Prepare and manage reference letters, employer confirmations, and related documents Maintain personnel files, support general HR record keeping, and collaborate with stakeholders across business units Identify automation potential in HR processes and support the design, testing, pilot, and roll-out of automated workflows, e.g., with Microsoft Power Automate Use and test AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude to make everyday HR work more efficient (e.g., for drafting and summarizing documents), assess new features for HR use, and share your learnings with the team

What You'll Bring

You are currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program.

You have gained previous professional experience, ideally including internships or working student roles, in tasks requiring strong organizational skills.

You have a keen interest in human resources and management consulting.

You are proficient in MS Office and have a strong affinity for automation and digital tools, ideally with first hands-on experience (e.g., from your studies, internships, or personal projects) in tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Microsoft Power Automate, and you enjoy questioning existing processes.

You learn quickly, work with meticulous attention to detail, and stay effective under time constraints and in changing circumstances.

You work independently, dependably, and in a service-oriented way, with high quality standards.

You are a pragmatic problem solver who likes to try things out and prefers a working first solution to a perfect plan.

You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both English and German.

Who You'll Work With

Collaboration in our team is characterized by mutual support, a lively exchange of experiences, strong trust, and a good dose of humor. Integrity is our highest priority. You will report to the HR Operations Director, who will be there for you during your orientation phase and support you in your professional development. You will also always be able to draw on the experience of your coworkers.

Additional info

WHAT WE OFFER YOU*

Stop by our coffee bar, the Brucery, to let BCG treat you to the creations of professional baristas!

Free beverages, fresh fruit, and cereal are also available every day.

Regular after-work events are organized for team building and fun—we’d love to have you join us!

Our in-house gym is well equipped and free for you to use any time.

As a dynamic, internationally active company, the diverse work environment at BCG will inspire you.

Our rooftop terrace will invite you to relax with a great view of Munich and the panoramic Alps—unless you’d prefer the green oasis of our beer garden.

Great location: Right in the heart of Munich, our office is close by and easy to reach.

WE PROUDLY OFFER

A safe workplace with zero tolerance for harassment.

Open environments, where people are free to be themselves.

An inclusive community that believes in respect & merit.

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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