Head of HR Business Partner

Client:

LACROIX Group

Location: Job Category:

Other

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Job Reference:

5b439b5a0c7b

Job Views: Posted:

23.03.2025

Expiry Date: 07.05.2025

Job Description:

To support our activities at our Willich production site, we are looking for an HR Business Partner who will act as a true business partner for our local General Manager.

In this key role, you will ensure the successful implementation of HR strategies while managing HR operations in a production environment. You will also be the main interface with our French headquarters, contributing to group-wide HR initiatives.

As an HR Manager, your responsibilities will include:

1. Payroll & Compensation: Managing salary policies and review processes in line with corporate guidelines, working with external payroll providers to ensure accuracy and reliability.
2. HR Operations: Overseeing day-to-day HR activities including recruitment and HR projects.
3. Employee & Manager Support: Advising employees and management on HR-related topics, acting as a trusted business partner to drive organizational efficiency.
4. Labor Relations: Managing legal compliance and collaborating with the works council to ensure a positive work environment.
5. HR Development & Strategy: Implementing group HR initiatives such as training programs, Great Place to Work projects, and employee development strategies.
6. Reporting & Compliance: Ensuring HR reports and compliance align with both local and corporate requirements.

What Makes This Role Unique?

1. A high level of responsibility and autonomy, reporting directly to the General Manager and functionally to the Group EVP HR in France.
2. A chance to work closely with international teams, contributing to group-wide HR transformation projects.
3. A part-time (50%) position offering work-life balance.

What We Are Looking For

Must-Have:

1. 5+ years of experience in HR within a production environment.
2. Strong knowledge of German labor laws and experience in collaborating with works councils.
3. Full fluency in English.
4. Experience in HR strategy implementation and operational HR management.

Nice-to-Have:

1. Exposure to an international corporate environment.
2. Experience in group-level HR transformation projects.

What We Offer:

1. The opportunity to play a key role in HR strategy and transformation.
2. A dynamic, fast-moving industrial environment with strong corporate backing.
3. Involvement in exciting HR development projects at the group level.