HR Director (m/f/d)

Mitsubishi Chemical Group; Modena; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dirigente level

Competitive compensation

Performance bonus

Benefits package

International exposure

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Group seeks a seasoned HR Director CPC to shape and deliver the HR agenda for CPC within the broader MCG framework. You will support business integration, organizational development and sustainable growth, translating HR strategies into effective people solutions.

Working with CPC leadership, unions, and the EMEA/Group HR network, you will own HR execution, organizational effectiveness and people development to drive measurable business impact.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Extensive senior HR leadership experience in a multinational, matrix-driven org.
• Strong track record in post-merger integration and HR operating model programs.
• Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and organizational change.
• Commercial mindset with hands-on leadership and execution capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead CPC HR agenda, implementing HR policies, governance and processes with measurable impact.
• Build and develop a high-performing HR organization aligned to business goals.
• Partner with senior leadership and employee representatives to drive alignment and change.
• Drive talent acquisition, succession planning and leadership development across CPC.
• Improve HR processes across performance, talent, compensation, and employee relations.

Education

Master's degree in HR, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology or related field

Job description

The Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCG) is a specialty materials provider committed to pioneering innovative solutions. With deep expertise and leadership in material science across the Mobility, Digital, Food, and Healthcare sectors, our over 60,000 employees help drive industry transformation, advance technology, and improve lives around the world.

At MCG, we value each individual's voice. We foster a safe, flexible, and supportive workplace where you can do meaningful work that contributes to a better future for people, society, and the planet.

CPC is a part of Mitsubishi Chemical Group, it is a worldwide leader in producing carbon fiber component to be painted and assembled in the best super and Hipercar in the word. CPC mission is to delivery a full service to our supplier trough quality, innovation and speed.

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.