Hr Director (M/F/D)

Mitsubishi Chemical Europe; Modena; On-site; EUR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Europe is seeking an HR Director CPC to shape and deliver the HR agenda for CPC, supporting integration, organizational development, and sustainable growth within an international, matrix-driven environment.

You translate group HR strategies into people solutions, partner with CPC leadership and employee representatives, and lead execution of talent, governance, and change initiatives across the region.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HR, Business Admin or related field.
• Extensive senior HR leadership experience in international matrix structures.
• Proven post-merger integration and HR operating model development.
• Broad expertise in employee relations and HR governance.
• Commercial mindset with strong execution and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead CPC HR agenda and implement policies with governance frameworks.
• Build an effective HR organization to support integration and growth.
• Partner with senior leadership and employee representatives, including unions.
• Drive talent acquisition, succession planning and leadership development.
• Improve HR processes: performance, talent, compensation, and data protection.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Stakeholder management

Employee relations

Talent management

Leadership development

Change management

HR governance

Education

Master's degree in HR or related field

Job description

About the role

As HR Director CPC, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering the HR agenda for CPC, supporting business integration, organizational development and sustainable growth. You will translate Mitsubishi Chemical Group's HR strategies and policies into effective people solutions, ensuring a strong, compliant and future‑ready HR organization.

Working closely with CPC leadership, employee representatives and the wider EMEA and Group HR organization, you will act as a trusted strategic partner while taking ownership of HR execution, organizational effectiveness and people development.

What you will do

• You lead and deliver the CPC HR agenda, implementing Mitsubishi Chemical Group's HR policies, governance frameworks and processes while ensuring compliance, consistency and measurable business impact.
• You build and develop an effective HR organization, driving organizational design, workforce planning and HR transformation initiatives to support business integration and sustainable growth.
• You act as a trusted partner to senior leadership and employee representatives, leading constructive dialogue with unions, managing employee relations and supporting organizational change.
• You drive talent acquisition, succession planning and leadership development, ensuring the organization attracts, develops and retains the capabilities needed for future success.
• You continuously improve HR processes across performance management, talent management, compensation and employee relations, ensuring operational excellence, data protection compliance and alignment with business objectives.

What makes you a great fit

You don't need to meet every requirement to succeed here.

We value potential, mindset, and willingness to learn and collaborate as much as experience.

What you bring

• You hold a Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology or a related field, or have an equivalent qualification.
• You bring extensive senior HR leadership experience, ideally within an international, matrix-driven organization, with a proven track record of delivering complex HR strategies and organizational initiatives.
• You have strong experience in post-merger integration, organizational transformation and HR operating model development, successfully translating strategic priorities into measurable outcomes.
• You possess broad expertise in employee relations, HR governance, talent management and leadership development, combined with the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and organizational change.
• You are a commercially minded, hands‑on and influential leader who combines strategic thinking with strong execution skills, builds trust across all organizational levels and takes ownership of delivering sustainable business results.

What we offer you

• Executive-level position with Dirigente classification, in line with the seniority and responsibilities of the role.
• Competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Performance‑related bonus, subject to the company's applicable incentive policy.
• Benefits and employment conditions in line with the applicable Italian executive employment framework and company policies.
• The opportunity to contribute to the strategic development of the business and lead HR initiatives in an international environment.

Our company culture

Our culture is rooted in five core values: Integrity, Respect, Bravery, Collaboration and Ownership - we call it Our Way. These values guide how we work, innovate, and grow together.

We believe in the power of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. KAITEKI, our philosophy for the wellbeing of people, society, and the planet, strengthens our commitment to creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute.

We look forward to getting to know you.