HR Business Partner

Preferred location: North of Germany - our locations:Metelen, Kirchlengern, Münster, Norderstedt

The HRBP is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in a specific locations (Metelen, Kirchlengern, Münster, Norderstedt, Dresden). This role serves as a consultant to management on human resource-related issues, acting as an employee champion and change agent. The HRBP will work closely with the Senior HR Manager and Employee Relations Manager to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization.

Business Partnering & Workforce Planning

• Partner with leaders to translate business needs into effective people strategies.
• Support workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, change, and team effectiveness.
• Use HR insights and data to guide decision-making and continuous improvement.

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Partner with managers and Talent Acquisition on recruitment for white-collar roles and support blue-collar hiring as required.
• Ensure an effective onboarding experience that supports early productivity and integration.

Performance & Talent Development

• Support performance management, talent reviews, calibration, and succession planning.
• Coach managers on performance, development, and retention of key talent.
• Identify development needs and coordinate relevant learning initiatives.

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Support engagement surveys, analyze results, and develop local action plans.
• Drive initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, recognition, culture, and morale.

HR Analytics & Business Impact

• Monitor key HR metrics such as recruitment, retention, engagement, and performance.
• Translate people data into actionable insights and provide regular HR reporting to leadership.
• FORMAL EDUCATION:
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent through experience.
• KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in HR, with a focus on business partnering.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, strategic thinking, and knowledge of HR best practices.
• JOB COMPLEXITY FRAMEWORK:
• Complexity: Manages a variety of operational and tactical HR matters within defined locations. Handles recruitment, learning, performance and engagement topics that require coordination with regional teams.
• Communication: Communicates clearly and empathetically with Employees and Managers at all levels within scope. Translates Corporate or Region HR strategies into local actions and ensures consistent messaging across locations.
• Supervision: Provides day-to-day HR support and coaching to Managers, ensuring compliance and consistency in HR Practices.
• Influencing Skills: Build trust-based relationships with local leadership and Employees. Influences decision-making by providing data-driven insights and practical HR advice tailored to the local context.
• Freedom to Act: Operates with high degree of autonomy in managing local HR operations. Responsible for implementing HR initiatives and ensuring alignment with both local needs and corporate policies.
• TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
• Microsoft tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel for data analysis and reporting, PowerPoint, and Word, for various business applications.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate information clearly and persuasively to various stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Collaboration: Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with the Senior HR Manager and Employee Relations Manager.
• Customer focus: Provides high-quality HR services that meet the needs of the business.
• TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
• 40% of the time

What we Offer:

• The established salary range for this position is EUR 5000 - 6500 monthly/gross
• Work-Life Balance: We value your personal time and well-being.
• Career Opportunities: Grow within a truly international business.
• Ongoing Training and Support: Continuous learning and development opportunities.

***Please be aware that you can apply for any internal job offer after minimum one year in current role having previously informed your manager.

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Pay Transparency

The salary range shown refers to base salary only. In addition to this, we offer a broader total reward package which may include bonus or incentive pay, relevant allowances, and a range of competitive benefits. We encourage candidates to consider the full package when evaluating an offer.

Salary is determined using a structured and objective framework, taking into account the role’s responsibilities, required skills and experience, market benchmarks, and internal equity. This ensures pay decisions are fair, consistent, and aligned with our commitment to equal pay and legal compliance.

As part of our commitment to fairness and transparency, we are now sharing the salary ranges that underpin our existing pay framework. These ranges have been in place for some time and are used to guide consistent, objective pay decisions based on factors such as role scope, skills, experience, and external market data. Employees may be positioned at different points within a range based on factors including experience, performance, and tenure in role. We encourage open conversations with managers to better understand individual positioning and development opportunities.