Full-Time

People Advisor

Posted on 8/1/2025

Maersk

Maersk

10,001+ employees

Global container shipping and end-to-end logistics

Compensation Overview

$24 - $28/hr

No H1B Sponsorship

Bristol, PA, USA

In Person

This role requires to be On-Site 5 days per week.

Category
People & HR (1)
Required Skills
Customer Service
Requirements
  • 3-5 years’ experience in an HR role; 3-5 years’ experience in a customer-facing service role and an interest in pursuing a career in HR in lieu of HR experience
  • High School Diploma required; degree in Human Resources or similar and knowledge of HR concepts preferred
  • Experience working with HR systems, Workday preferred
  • Solid communication and problem-solving skills
  • Comfortable with managing conflict and handling customer complaints
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Skilled in identifying needs, investigating options, seeking solutions and collaborating with others to resolve issues
  • Ability initiative, manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Closure orientation and low tolerance for delays and deviations
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Responsibilities
  • Ensure adherence to HR procedures, practices, directives, systems and regulations within an assigned set of countries
  • Support HR community with administrative and executional tasks requiring face to face employee interaction i.e. wet signatures from employees, tasks related to frontline employees
  • Administrative tasks related to benefits administration, L&D, recruitment, payroll vendor coordination when needed, especially in the countries where there's no dedicated role supporting these functional areas
  • Solve HR queries online (Chat with PA), on the phone or queries on case management-Irrespective of site. On-Site (floor walks at least twice a day)
  • Support training & change management activities, especially for frontline employees
  • Support on deployment of projects
  • Manage case resolutions (opening, updating, escalating as needed, resolving and closing)
  • Provide general HR support to employees around the employee life cycle and provide guidance on HR knowledge content, such as global & local HR policies, How-To, etc.
  • Guide employees and leaders in using self-service in Workday and other HR systems
  • Manage HR data quality and perform transactions in Workday and other HR systems
  • Prepare and handle HR documentation
  • Coordinate and administer onboarding and offboarding processes
  • Conduct new hire orientation
  • Execute required uploads/changes on the performance forms in the system
  • Handle documents, i.e. physical archiving of employee documents where legally required, statutory filing of local documents, etc.
  • Perform workforce scheduling, and administers time and leave data entry for blue collar population
  • Collect company properties during exit & terminations
  • Work closely with People partnering & Hub PAs
Desired Qualifications
  • Degree in Human Resources or similar and knowledge of HR concepts preferred
  • Experience working with HR systems, Workday preferred

Maersk is an integrated logistics provider that connects and simplifies customers’ supply chains through global shipping and end-to-end logistics services. Its offerings span ocean freight, inland transportation, warehousing, and supply chain management, all coordinated with digital tools that give customers visibility and control over shipments. Unlike traditional shipping lines, Maersk positions itself as a comprehensive logistics partner that integrates multiple modes of transport and services to create seamless, transparent supply chains. The company pursues a global reach—operating in 130 countries with more than 100,000 employees—to serve businesses of all sizes. Its goal is to make global trade smoother by delivering end-to-end logistics solutions that unify what moves by sea, land, and in between.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Copenhagen, Denmark

Founded

1904

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Hai Robotics deploys 10-metre high-density fulfilment centre in Singapore handling 1,000 totes hourly.
  • Boeing 777F enables up to six weekly China-Europe flights with 102,000kg payload capacity.
  • Charles van der Steene appointed IMEA director January 2026, strengthening high-growth regions.

What critics are saying

  • Iran-Hormuz conflict idles vessels, adds $500M monthly fuel costs passed to customers.
  • Overcapacity from 500,000+ new TEU vessels slashes freight rates 20-30% in 2026-2027.
  • Boeing 777 transition disrupts 30% trans-Pacific air capacity until Q3 2026.

What makes Maersk unique

  • Maersk Air Cargo owns first Boeing 777F by Danish airline, delivered July 2024.
  • Altana partnership launches AI Product Passports across 12 ports handling 70% global trade.
  • Gemini Cooperation with Hapag-Lloyd achieves over 90% schedule reliability on East-West routes.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Hours

Company News

PR Newswire
Apr 14th, 2026
Hai Robotics and Maersk deploy 10-metre high-density robotics for fashion fulfilment in Singapore

Hai Robotics and Maersk have launched a high-density robotic fulfilment centre in Singapore designed for fashion supply chains, capable of handling both retail distribution and e-commerce orders simultaneously. The facility, opened in February 2026, deploys storage robots operating across racks exceeding 10 metres in height, moving over 1,000 totes per hour. The system combines high-density storage with autonomous mobile robots to maintain throughput without congestion. Workstations can be dynamically reconfigured to switch between bulk retail shipments and individual e-commerce orders as demand shifts. The operation uses real-time data to optimise inventory placement, order sequencing and maintenance cycles. Integration with Maersk's warehouse systems was validated virtually before deployment, accelerating implementation whilst meeting fire safety requirements at the 10-metre operating height.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 8th, 2026
Maersk suspends Middle East-Europe shipping routes amid valuation concerns

A.P. Møller-Mærsk has suspended key shipping routes linking the Middle East with Europe and Asia, whilst halting certain Gulf shuttle operations due to rising regional conflict and security risks. The route changes affect container flows for clients relying on Middle East hubs as transit points. The suspensions come as shares trade at DKK 17,095, approximately 32% above the DKK 12,937 analyst target and flagged as 247.4% above estimated fair value. The stock has delivered returns of 48.7% over the past year despite recent operational disruptions. Investors should monitor how Maersk reallocates vessels and manages costs through this period, particularly as earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 39.3% annually over the next three years, with profit margins currently below last year's levels.

Yahoo Finance
Feb 5th, 2026
Maersk posts $153M Q4 loss as freight rates drop despite 8% volume growth

Maersk reported a fourth-quarter pre-tax loss of $153 million as weakening freight rates offset 8% container volume growth. The world's second-largest container carrier saw earnings fall from $567 million in the previous quarter and $1.6 billion a year earlier. Quarterly revenue declined to $13.33 billion from $14.59 billion. For the full year, Maersk posted revenue of $54 billion with operating profit of $9.5 billion, down from $12.1 billion. The company announced plans to cut costs by $180 million and eliminate 1,000 jobs, representing 15% of its 6,000-strong workforce. Maersk shares fell over 5% in early trading. The company forecasts challenging conditions ahead due to shipping overcapacity and the gradual Red Sea reopening, projecting full-year earnings between a $1.5 million loss and $1 million profit.

Yahoo Finance
Feb 1st, 2026
Maersk shares up 61% in one year despite 72% net income drop and overvaluation concerns

A.P. Møller-Mærsk's share price has risen 61% over the past year and 64% over three months, reaching DKK15,630. However, the company reported $55.3 billion in revenue and $4.9 billion in net income, with recent figures showing a small revenue decline and a 72% drop in net income year-on-year. Valuation assessments are mixed. The most widely followed analysis suggests a fair value of DKK11,589, implying the shares are overvalued. However, Simply Wall Street's DCF model estimates a fair value of DKK17,235, suggesting the current price trades approximately 9% below estimated future cash flow value. Structural challenges include declining freight rates from industry overcapacity and competition from asset-light platforms, which threaten Maersk's pricing power and long-term profitability.

Yahoo Finance
Feb 1st, 2026
Maersk appoints new IMEA regional director as Panama eyes APM Terminals for temporary port operations

A.P. Møller-Mærsk has appointed Charles van der Steene as Regional Managing Director for the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East and Africa from 1 January 2026. Panama's president has indicated that Maersk's APM Terminals may temporarily operate key ports after rival contracts were annulled. The developments highlight Maersk's operational flexibility amid Red Sea disruptions affecting global shipping routes. However, the potential temporary Panama terminal role is unlikely to transform the investment case given the company's scale. Maersk's shares have risen but remain potentially undervalued by 9%. The leadership changes, including a new CFO, suggest management is focused on execution in higher-risk regions. Analysts note eight community valuations range from DKK 8,800 to DKK 24,500 per share, reflecting divergent views on Maersk's prospects amid geopolitical and route risks.

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