HR Solutions Partner, DACH — Strategic HR Adviser

VWR International GmbH, part of Avantor; Delaware; On-site; USD 85,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is seeking an HR Solutions Partner, DACH based in Darmstadt to advise managers and employees on employee relations, employment law, and people-related matters across the region. You will partner with managers and works councils, ensuring compliance with BetrVG and local policies while supporting HR programs such as performance management, compensation, and engagement.

As the local Workday champion, you will promote HR systems, use data to identify trends, and drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of HR advisory/employee relations experience.
• Strong knowledge of German employment law and works councils.
• Experience partnering with works councils and managing consultations.
• Proficient in Workday and case management tools (e.g., ServiceNow).
• Fluent German and strong English; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with managers and employees on employee relations, employment law, and people-related matters across the DACH region.
• Support the resolution of workplace issues while ensuring compliance with local legislation and company policies.
• Build strong relationships with works councils and support consultation processes.
• Ensure compliance with local HR policies, regulatory requirements, and governance standards.
• Support the delivery of key HR programs, including performance management, compensation, engagement, and organizational initiatives.
• Act as a local Workday champion, promoting effective use of HR systems and self-service tools.
• Use HR data and insights to identify trends and support informed business decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate with HR Shared Services, Centers of Excellence, and business leaders to enhance the employee experience.

Skills

HR advisory

Employee relations

German law

Works councils

Workday

ServiceNow

Data-driven HR

English & German

Tools

Workday

ServiceNow

Job description

Avantor is seeking an HR Solutions Partner, DACH based in Darmstadt to advise managers and employees on employee relations, employment law, and people-related matters across the region. You will partner with managers and works councils, ensuring compliance with BetrVG and local policies while supporting HR programs such as performance management, compensation, and engagement.

As the local Workday champion, you will promote HR systems, use data to identify trends, and drive continuous improvement