Responsibilities
• Leadership & Further Development of the HR Organization
• Overall responsibility for HR in Germany, including disciplinary and functional leadership of a decentralized HR team of approximately 26 employees
• Establishment and continuous development of the HR organization and the HR operating model (HR Business Partners, Shared Services, Centers of Expertise) with a focus on efficiency, service quality, and scalability
• Steering the implementation of strategic HR priorities and proactively driving key initiatives in the areas of organization, leadership, and workforce
• Advising management in complex transformation and change scenarios
• Standardization of HR processes, policies, systems, and compliance frameworks
• Management of key transformation, reorganization, and integration projects
• Promotion of a performance-oriented corporate culture and a positive employee experience
Requirements
• Several years of experience in a senior HR leadership role with both strategic and operational responsibility
• Proven track record in transformation, reorganization, and organizational development projects
• In‑depth knowledge of German labor law and experience working with works councils
• Strong expertise in modern HR operating models and data‑driven HR management (HR controlling, workforce analytics)
• Confidence in navigating complex, international matrix organizations and engaging with diverse stakeholders
• Strategic mindset combined with strong execution capabilities, excellent communication and change management skills, and a pragmatic, entrepreneurial approach
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams in a distributed environment
