My client is seeking a dynamic HR Business Partner to provide both operational and strategic HR support within their Northern and Eastern European region. This role is pivotal in driving the implementation of our people strategy, focusing on delivering impactful HR initiatives, fostering a culture of engagement, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals and local compliance.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Lead HR activities across Northern and Eastern Europe, focusing on the Eastern Europe sales area and local offices, ensuring seamless execution of HR programs and alignment with both global and local business strategies.
- Collaborate with the HR Manager for Northern and Eastern Europe to support the design and execution of the overarching people strategy, ensuring consistent delivery and adaptability to the specific needs of Eastern European markets.
- Act as the main point of contact for employee relations in Eastern Europe, ensuring HR practices are compliant with local laws and regulations and that policies are applied consistently and fairly.
- Lead initiatives in talent acquisition, onboarding, development, and retention, working with the broader HR team to foster a high-performance culture and an engaged, skilled workforce.
- Facilitate the performance management process, coaching managers on best practices for goal setting, feedback, and development to drive high performance.
- Work with the HR Manager and partner the management team to manage organizational changes effectively, including restructures, culture shifts, and new business priorities.
- Provide insights and analytics on key HR metrics to inform decision-making and support strategic initiatives.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Strong HR experience, with a background in HR business partnering or generalist roles within multinational organisations; experience in Eastern European markets is essential.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree or relevant HR certifications (e.g., CIPD, SHRM) are a plus.
- Strong understanding of local employment laws and HR practices within Eastern Europe, with a demonstrated ability to navigate complex employee relations issues.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels and influence key stakeholders effectively.
- Proficiency in English is required; additional languages spoken within the Eastern European region are a requirement for this role.
- Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing business needs.
