People & Culture Business Partner (all genders)

Valtech; Köln; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An innovative experience company in Cologne is seeking a People & Culture Business Partner to align HR strategies with business goals and enhance employee engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and the ability to build relationships in a fast-paced environment. This permanent role offers a unique opportunity to influence organizational culture and support talent development. Join a company that values inclusion and innovation.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience in a People/HR function.
• Ability to influence and drive effective outcomes.
• Adaptability in fast-paced environments.

Aufgaben

• Provide HR advice aligned with business strategy.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Fluency in English

Fluency in German

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

People & Culture Business Partner (all genders) – Cologne

Valtech is an experience innovation company. We’re advisors, visionaries, creative and techies who embrace all things digital, collaborate openly, have fun, and love our clients. We are global and growth-focused.

The opportunity

At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries.

As a People & Culture Business Partner, you’ll be the cornerstone, the gatekeeper, and the ear to the ground, collecting and sharing insights to improve colleague and business performance. You’ll roll up your sleeves to deep dive into your respective business area, working with heads of department to proactively lead on all things people. This role will be supported by the VP People & Culture Middle Europe to develop strategic business partnering skills. High challenge and high support are core to this role.

Role responsibilities

• Provide professional HR advice and support that aligns with the business strategy and the broader People & Culture (P&C) agenda.
• Play a key role in ensuring that performance management, development, and succession are aligned with future business plans.
• Identify and drive opportunities to increase employee engagement across the organization.
• Recognize team behaviors that require support or development, and collaborate with stakeholders and P&C colleagues to foster positive transformation.
• Support the P&C administration and operations team to ensure excellence in execution and compliance with local German labor laws.
• Partner closely with stakeholders to influence and challenge people-related decisions and bring balance to decision making.
• Execute people processes effectively throughout the employee lifecycle and proactively look for opportunities for improvement as the organization scales.
• Collaborate with shared services teams to co-create and refine efficient, people-centric processes.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date people data is maintained, and use insights to drive data-led decisions.
• Actively engage in initiatives related to D&I, employee engagement and developing a strong, unified team culture.

About you

Within the People & Culture team at Valtech, we work collaboratively and with strong cohesion, acting as a strategic partner across the business. We believe People & Culture should lead the way in supporting the employee lifecycle, data management and embedding these practices into every team to help grow, support and retain talent.

In this role, we’re looking for someone with strong intuition and exceptional interpersonal skills who can truly partner with our business areas with a genuine eagerness to learn and grow.

We want you to be brave and challenge the status quo, while also being empathetic and caring. A solid commercial mindset and the ability to make informed decisions based on financial insights are essential. Adaptability is key as the business grows and evolves.

You will also have:

• Proven experience partnering with key stakeholders in a People/HR function, providing both challenge and support to drive effective outcomes.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of leading process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to quickly build positive relationships, trust and credibility.
• Experience in a fast-paced, changing environment such as high-growth tech or PE/VC-backed organizations where agility and clear communication are essential.
• Fluency in English and German.
• Willingness and ability to travel to our Cologne office.

Commitment to reaching all kinds of people

We design experiences that work for all kinds of people, starting with our own teams. Valtech is intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all.

The benefits

This is a permanent position based in Cologne, Germany.

Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process.

Your application process

Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If your skills and experience align with the role, we’ll reach out for next steps.

Beware of recruitment fraud: Only engage with official Valtech email addresses ending in @valtech.com.

We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know.

About Valtech

Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.

At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen, Dolby, and more.

We don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.

Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.

Contact us

We would love to hear from you! Please fill out the form and the nearest office contact will reach out. If you need an alternative format or communication support to provide feedback, please contact Sheree Atcheson.