Senior HR Business Partner (m / f / d) (4856)

As a Senior HR Business Partner you will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders and employees across a defined business area. You will drive HR strategy lead key people initiatives and ensure compliance with German labor law while fostering a constructive and transparent relationship with the works council (Betriebsrat). Your role will be pivotal in shaping a people-centric legally sound HR environment that supports both business goals and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities :

• Act as a strategic partner to business leaders on all HR-related topics including workforce planning talent development performance management and organizational changes
• Provide expert guidance on German labor law and ensure HR practices comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Manage a full spectrum of employee relations matters (e.g. disciplinary actions contract changes dismissals) in coordination with legal and compliance teams
• Build and maintain a constructive and cooperative relationship with the works council including participation in negotiations hearings and consultations under the Works Constitution Act (BetrVG)
• Support and lead change management and restructuring processes within the business unit
• Design and implement HR policies and initiatives that align with both local regulations and global HR standards
• Drive the implementation of HR processes and tools including performance reviews compensation cycles and talent programs
• Analyze HR data and KPIs to inform strategic decision-making and improve HR service delivery
• Coach and support leaders on people management team dynamics and leadership development
• Ensure smooth coordination with HR centers of expertise (recruiting compensation & benefits learning & development etc.)

Your Profile :

• University degree in Human Resources Business Administration Law Psychology or a related field
• At least 5 years of professional experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar generalist HR role ideally in a matrix or international environment
• In-depth knowledge of German labor law and proven experience in working with a works council (Betriebsrat)
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build trust at all levels of the organization
• Strategic mindset combined with hands-on execution capability
• High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential matters
• Fluent in German (C1) and English (B2) both written and spoken
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with HRIS systems (e.g. Workday SAP SuccessFactors) is a plus

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Category Management,Channel Marketing,ABAP,Administration Support,Accident Investigation,AV

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Senior Hr Partner • Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany