Human Resources Manager

FJORNIX; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 826,560 - 1,239,840; Full time

Job summary

FJORNIX in Västerås, Sweden is seeking an experienced Senior HR Manager to lead HR operations in a fast‑paced, on‑site environment. You will oversee workforce planning, recruitment, talent development, and employee relations, shaping people strategies that align with business goals.

This senior role requires strong leadership, a hands‑on HR mindset, and fluency in English (Swedish desirable). You will partner with executives, ensure labor‑law compliance, drive change initiatives, and monitor key

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Human Resources with leadership responsibilities.
• Proven track record delivering operational HR services.
• Strong expertise in workforce planning, recruitment, and performance management.
• Knowledge of Swedish labor law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; Swedish language skills desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage HR teams with a focus on operational excellence and execution.
• Take full responsibility for workforce planning, recruitment, and talent acquisition activities.
• Drive employee development, coaching, and performance management processes.
• Support managers and business leaders in organizational and people‑related matters.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and HR best practices.
• Manage employee relations, engagement, and workplace culture initiatives.
• Implement HR strategies, processes, and improvements to support business goals.
• Monitor and report HR metrics and workforce trends.
• Facilitate change management and organizational development activities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership teams on HR‑related matters.

Skills

Leadership

HR Operations

Workforce Planning

Recruitment

Employee Development

Labor Law

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

English (Fluent)

Job description

Company Description FJORNIX helps businesses in Sweden and beyond shape tomorrow’s technology today through cloud, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and software development solutions. The company focuses on delivering smart, scalable, and sustainable tech services that keep clients ahead of change and aligned with their business goals. With a client‑first approach, FJORNIX combines global expertise with deep local insight to support both growing startups and established enterprises. The organization partners with clients to unlock opportunities, optimize operations, and future‑proof their technology landscape. Driven by innovation and trust, FJORNIX addresses current challenges while preparing organizations for future possibilities.

Position: HR Manager

Seniority Level: Senior

Location: Västerås, Sweden

On‑site Requirement: 100% Onsite (0% Remote)

Assignment Period: 1 October 2026 - 30 June 2027

Working Hours: 40 hours/week

Employment Type: Contract / Consultant Assignment

Rate Type: Hourly

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead and manage HR operations within a dynamic business environment. This is a senior‑level management role with responsibility for operational execution, people leadership, workforce planning, and employee development.

The successful candidate will oversee HR activities while managing teams and ensuring effective delivery of HR services aligned with business objectives. The role requires strong leadership capabilities combined with hands‑on HR expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage HR teams with a focus on operational excellence and execution.
• Take full responsibility for workforce planning, recruitment, and talent acquisition activities.
• Drive employee development, coaching, and performance management processes.
• Support managers and business leaders in organizational and people‑related matters.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and HR best practices.
• Manage employee relations, engagement, and workplace culture initiatives.
• Implement HR strategies, processes, and improvements to support business goals.
• Monitor and report HR metrics and workforce trends.
• Facilitate change management and organizational development activities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership teams on HR‑related matters.

Required Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Human Resources, including leadership responsibilities.
• Proven track record of managing HR teams and delivering operational HR services.
• Strong expertise in workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, and employee development.
• Experience supporting business leaders and driving people‑related initiatives.
• Knowledge of Swedish labor law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on operational execution.
• Fluent in English; Swedish language skills are highly desirable.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in large international or matrix organizations.
• Background in industrial, engineering, manufacturing, or technology sectors.
• Experience managing organizational change and transformation initiatives.
• Strong coaching and leadership development capabilities.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership presence and people management skills.
• Results‑oriented with excellent execution capability.
• Collaborative and relationship‑driven.
• Proactive problem solver with strong decision‑making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.