Central Europe HR Leader – Germany, Austria & Poland

New Balance Europe B.V.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

New Balance Europe B.V. is seeking an HR Manager for Central Europe (Germany, Austria and Poland) to lead the HR function across corporate and retail environments. The role manages a remote team, balances operations with strategic HR delivery, and ensures compliant employment practices across three countries.

You will collaborate with regional stakeholders, drive talent management and change initiatives, and report to the Regional HR Manager, Europe. Fluency in German and English is required.

Qualifications

• Professional fluency in German and English required.
• Experience leading remote HR teams across multiple locations.
• Strong knowledge of employment law in Central Europe.

Responsibilities

• Lead a remote HR team and deliver HR support across multiple countries.
• Ensure compliance with local laws and advise on complex employee relations.
• Drive recruitment and talent management for corporate and retail teams.
• Partner with regional and global HR teams to execute HR initiatives.

Skills

German language

English language

Leadership

Education

Degree in HR / Human Resources

Tools

Workday/HRIS

MS Office

Job description

New Balance Europe B.V. is seeking an HR Manager for Central Europe (Germany, Austria and Poland) to lead the HR function across corporate and retail environments. The role manages a remote team, balances operations with strategic HR delivery, and ensures compliant employment practices across three countries.

You will collaborate with regional stakeholders, drive talent management and change initiatives, and report to the Regional HR Manager, Europe. Fluency in German and English is required.