Senior Manager (m/f/d) Human Resources

As Senior Manager (m/f/d) Human Resources you will be the key strategic partner for the Area Germany & Central Europe, shaping people strategies that align with business goals. You will work closely with the Area Managing Director and HQ functions to ensure a coherent, business‑oriented HR approach, fostering an inclusive culture, high employee engagement and robust governance across the region.

• Act as a strategic HR partner and trusted sparring partner to the Area Managing Director, translating business priorities into impactful people strategies and solutions
• Shape the Area’s workforce, talent and organizational agenda, including workforce planning, organization design and the development of critical capabilities
• Provide senior HR leadership and direction, advising and challenging leaders and managers on key people and organizational matters, including organizational development, transformation, performance management, career development and employee relations
• Coordinate closely with HQ HR functions such as HR Services and Talent Acquisition, facilitating effective collaboration and ensuring a coherent HR approach
• Translate the People Strategy into tangible priorities and actions for the Area, driving leadership effectiveness, employee engagement and a strong, inclusive culture
• Ensure consistent, business-oriented HR delivery and employee experience across the Area, continuously improving HR processes and ways of working while responding effectively to the operational needs of the business
• Ensure sound labour law compliance, effective HR governance and constructive Works Council relations

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Psychology, Business Administration or a related field, with at least 5 years of relevant HR / HR Business Partner experience
• Strong business and HR acumen, with the ability to translate business priorities into effective people solutions
• Strong communication, consulting and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to advise and challenge senior leaders
• Solid experience in organizational development, change management, talent management and workforce planning
• Sound knowledge of German labour law and works council law
• Fluency in German and English
• Leadership experience is a plus