Director of People (m/f/div)
Director of People (m/f/div)
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VP of People DACH
Berlin Hamburg Colognehybrid
For DEPT Germany and Switzerland we are looking for a VP of People who together with the People team (four colleagues based in Zurich Hamburg Cologne and Berlin) will create the best employee journey so that our Depsters feel engaged with our organisation culture and mission.
JOB PURPOSE
As VP of People you will be a business partner for the German and Swiss business teams. You will report to the SVP of People EMEA and ensure a People plan that aligns with DEPTs global strategy. You will interact with various stakeholders and with your expertise provide advice and coaching on all aspects of People topics for both the business and your People team. In this role you are the HR point of contact for the leadership team your team and all Depsters in Germany and Switzerland. You will be a trusted adviser to the SVP of DACH (Head of Market Geschftsfhrer*in) and work closely with them to foster the DEPT culture.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Partnering up with the leadership teams of Germany and Switzerland to bring DEPTs vision on people-related topics (e.g. culture succession planning learning & development health & wellbeing etc.) to life;
- Leading local projects like the yearly employee satisfaction analysis and proactively facilitating initiatives that come out of these projects;
- Leading and further developing a (senior) People team (4 direct reports) in Germany and Switzerland.
- Collaborating with the EMEA People team on regional and global projects including our compensation and benefits strategy DE&I B-Corp Learning & Development etc.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- An experienced People Lead preferably within a digital agency / the tech industry;
- Excellent and accurate knowledge of HR legislation for this market policies processes and tools;
- Excellent skills in strengthening the culture
- Someone who is well-versed in stakeholder management;
- Someone who can quickly adapt and feel comfortable in a creative and rapidly changing environment;
- Someone punctual proactive has a positive attitude and can work independently;
- Someone who can bring fresh thinking and energy to the team with a can-do mentality;
- Clear communication and someone who takes ownership of their actions;
- Working proficiency of both German and English;
- Direct availability to start working in Germany.
WE OFFER
- A reputation for doing good. DEPT has been a Certified B Corp since 2021 has been named a Great Place To Work since 2022 in the Netherlands and named Agency of the Year at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
- Awesome clients. Whether big small local or global at DEPT youll get the opportunity to work with all of them. And we celebrate all of our successes together!
- The choice to work where you are most productive: whether that is in one of our offices or abroad for 13 weeks a year. Rather work from home No problem! Well provide you with the best of class materials such as a high-quality laptop monitor work phone and the necessary furniture.
- Work anywhere. Choose your ideal workspace: office abroad for 13 weeks a year or home. Well equip you with everything you need.
- DEPT/YOU Learning Menu and DEPT/YOU Special Programs. Develop your skills with courses and programs tailored to your needs.
- Stay happy and healthy with a contribution to your health through the OpenUp platform gym and wellness discounts and healthy lunches at the office.
- Get a discount on your lease bike and ride in style. You can also enjoy hassle free-commutes with an NS Business Card.
- You can discover even more employee benefits here.
WHO ARE WE
We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean We are always looking forward thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. Thats why we hire curious self-driven talented people who never stop innovating.
Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning that with people across 30 countries were big enough to provide you with the best tools global opportunities and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you your growth your team and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients problems no matter where you are in the world.
DIVERSITY EQUITY & INCLUSION
At DEPT we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit develop nurture and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds with varying skills and perspectives.
Not sure you meet all qualifications Apply and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.
We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.
Want to know more about our dedication to diversity equity and inclusion Check out our efforts here.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
