(Lead) People & Culture / HR Manager (m/f/d)

Who We Are:

We are a rapidly growing embodied AI company revolutionizing human labor. Leveraging cutting-edge robotics and advanced artificial intelligence, we develop transformative technologies that redefine how work is done across multiple industries—empowering businesses to streamline operations, boost productivity, and unlock new possibilities.

Overview:

We are looking for a People & Culture / HR Manager (m/f/d) to support our employees from recruiting to development, and to strategically and operationally establish and expand our HR function.

Your Responsibilities:

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

• Oversee the entire hiring process: from job postings to applicant management to contract negotiations.Enhance our employer brand and build talent pools for future positions.

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Design and conduct structured onboarding programs to integrate new employees effectively.Manage the offboarding process, including exit interviews, feedback evaluations, and process improvements.

Employee Development & Culture

• Develop and implement training and development programs to foster sustainable growth among team members.Actively shape a positive corporate culture by promoting team-building activities, a strong feedback culture, and high employee satisfaction.

Support & Advice

• Act as the central point of contact for managers and employees on all HR-related and labor-law issues.Develop HR guidelines and processes (e.g., vacation policies, working time models, compensation and bonus structures).

Strategic Expansion of the HR Function

• Gradually build an HR team, including recruiting, onboarding, and developing new colleagues.Collaborate closely with management and other departments to devise a future-oriented people strategy.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Completed degree (e.g., in Business Administration, Psychology, HR Management) or comparable qualification.Several years of professional experience in HR, ideally in a fast-paced environment (startup, tech company, etc.).

Professional Competencies

• Solid knowledge of labor and social security law.Experience in recruiting and employee development, ideally with a focus on employer branding and cultural initiatives.

Soft Skills

• Hands-on mentality and a high degree of initiative.Strong communication skills, empathy, and enjoyment in working with people.Structured, solution-oriented work style and the ability to build and advance processes independently.Excellent German and English skills (spoken and written).

Perspective

• Motivation to shape and scale the HR function strategically.Enthusiasm for working in a tech-driven environment with flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths.

What We Offer:

• Wellpass (gym membership)

• Free meals at the workplace

• Flexible working hours

• Option to work from home when needed

• Direct collaboration with founders and executives

• Ample scope for creativity in developing new ideas and HR concepts

• A motivated team and an open corporate culture

• Competitive compensation and excellent career development opportunities