Job Description Summary

Job Description

Key characteristics:

Strengthening Employee Leadership

• Conducting management training to solve problems using central tools and HR standards.
• Supporting and coaching managers on complex issues.
• Working closely with managers to promote an inclusive safety-oriented corporate culture.
• Collaborating with local management teams and providing advice on HR-related matters.

Focus on Employee Experience

• Contributing to the promotion of a positive corporate culture by integrating GEV values into local HR initiatives. Supporting the improvement of engagement and the overall employee experience.
• Bringing together employee opinions by sharing employee insights and HR data with HRBPs and employee managers.
• Redirecting inquiries through appropriate self-service channels and training employees in new ways of working.

Local Support and Employee Relations

• Local HR expert for employee managers HRBPs and COEs.
• Handling proactive employee relations issues and everyday complaints to minimize problem escalation.
• Collaborating with COEs to resolve sensitive matters (e.g. determining corrective actions after an investigation analyzing emergency cases to develop appropriate measures).
• (If no local/special LR function exists): Advising and supporting labor relations/unions and works councils on activities/issues (e.g. wage/contract negotiations) and performing work that requires local expertise or on-site presence (legal/regulatory or market/community aspects).
• Ensuring compliance and enforcement of local regulations/laws/guidelines and providing the necessary level of support for managers to make effective decisions.

HR Strategy & HR Process Activation

• Implementing the HR and talent agenda set by HRBPs
• Supporting local HR projects and change initiatives
• Leading various HR initiatives across the entire talent lifecycle and supporting managers and employees in their implementation including the introduction of new HR processes and corporate culture.
• Actively participating in HR decisions taking into account and aligning with corporate goals and compliance requirements based on local knowledge and expertise.

Employee Engagement & Psychological Risks

• Employee Engagement is People leader lead. The HR People Partner will support employee engagement initiatives locally by:

- Serving as a liaison between employees and HRBPs to relay feedback and suggestions

- Supporting People Leaders in implementing engagement strategies within their teams

- Coaching People Leaders on creating an engaging work environment

• HR People Partners will identify and mitigate psychosocial risks within their client groups and collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement programs to address those risks.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree from a recognized college or university
• Strong professional experience in human resources with areas of responsibility such as recruitment training compensation
• Very good German language skills in writing and speaking
• Good English language skills benefits employee development or performance management

Desired Attributes:

• Strong problem-solving skills; ability to make independent decisions and manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of local labor law and legal requirements as well as proven experience in applying HR policies
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and documentation skills
• Sound judgment to ensure integrity compliance and confidentiality
• Strong interest in innovative HR solutions and process improvement

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