Director, People & Culture, Corporate Functions

Valmet; Espoo; On-site; EUR 70 000 - 95 000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Espoo is seeking a passionate Business HR professional. The role involves collaborating with senior leaders, managing HR initiatives, and driving talent development in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate has 8-10 years of experience in strategic HR, strong communication skills, and a proven ability to influence executive stakeholders. This position offers opportunities to lead change and foster a collaborative HR team culture.

Benefits

Flexibility for professional growth

Collaborative HR team environment

Opportunity to work with senior leadership

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar role.
• 8–10 years of full-time work experience in strategic HR domains.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Align people strategies with functions’ objectives and global HR initiatives.
• Manage strategic resources and competencies to support functions’ goals.
• Lead organizational design and change management.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Negotiation skills

Emotional intelligence

Strategic HR experience

Education

Advanced degree in HR, Psychology, Business, or related field

Job description

Do you enjoy partnering with senior leadership and driving strategic HR initiatives? We are now looking for a passionate and experienced Business HR professional to join our People & Culture team in a pivotal role supporting our Corporate Functions.

In this role, you will be working closely with senior leaders and coordinating impactful HR initiatives across our global organization. You will serve as a trusted advisor to function SVP’s and leadership teams, supporting their strategic initiatives and talent development, ensuring the professional implementation of people processes and services.

Your ability to lead change and transformation, foster collaboration, and drive strategic people initiatives will be key to your success. The position is based in Finland (Espoo) and reports to the VP, Business HR.

Key Responsibilities

• Align people strategies with functions’ objectives and global HR initiatives.
• Manage strategic resources and competencies to support functions’ goals.
• Lead organizational design, change management, and competency development.
• Drive employee engagement.
• Lead talent development in the functions.
• Provide HR expertise in transformational and development programs and projects.
• Serve as a member of the function leadership team.
• Implement Valmet’s HR policies and execute the annual people processes.

Expectations

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or similar role in a global context, with some experience from industrial companies.
• Advanced degree in HR, Psychology, Business, or related field.
• 8–10 years of full-time work experience in strategic HR domains.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to influence executive stakeholders.
• Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills across cultures.
• High emotional intelligence, credibility, and transformation mindset.
• Ability to foster psychological safety and collaboration in dynamic environments.
• Fluent in English.

We Offer

• A strategic and influential people & culture role within a global organization.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and drive meaningful change.
• A collaborative and professional HR team environment.
• Flexibility and support for your professional growth.

Additional Information

If you are passionate about strategic HR and ready to step into a senior leadership role, we would love to hear from you. Please send your application as soon as possible via the link provided.

We are committed to equality and diversity in the workplace.