Join Our Team as an HR Business Partner for Germany & Switzerland!

Are you a seasoned HR professional with a passion for driving organizational success? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy collaborating across borders? Robert Walters is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner (HRBP) to support our offices in Germany and Switzerland, based in our Düsseldorf office.

About the Role

As the HR Business Partner, you will act as a strategic partner to business leaders, ensuring that HR strategies align with organizational goals. You will play a pivotal role in shaping company culture, driving performance initiatives, and leading management projects. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with regional business leaders and HR teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy & Change Management:
• Collaborate with Centres of Expertise (CoE) to ensure policies are up-to-date.
• Lead organizational change projects, including restructuring initiatives.
• Use data insights to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Deliver People Plans in collaboration with wider HR teams.
• Employee Relations:
• Provide exceptional employee relations support, balancing business needs with local employment laws.
• Conduct investigations into disciplinary or grievance matters, ensuring impartiality.
• Coach line managers on team development and integrating HR goals into daily operations.
• HR Leadership & Collaboration:
• Manage and mentor team members to deliver consistent HR services.
• Liaise with Legal, Finance, and other functions to ensure cohesive processes.
• Drive training, development, and performance improvements within the team.

What We're Looking For

• A minimum of 7 years' experience in a similar HR role, ideally with responsibility across multiple countries (Germany & Switzerland preferred).
• Fluent in both German and English (written and verbal).
• Strong knowledge of local employment legislation and proven experience in employee relations.
• Demonstrated ability to implement organizational changes and manage stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with HRIS systems like D365 and PowerBI is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills paired with creative problem-solving abilities.

Why Join Robert Walters?

At Robert Walters, we live by our values:

• Integrity: Authenticity and honesty are at the heart of everything we do.
• Inclusive: We respect diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all.
• Innovative: We embrace curiosity and innovation to stay ahead in our industry.
• United: We work together as one team to achieve success for our clients, candidates, and colleagues.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to make a significant impact on two key markets (Germany & Switzerland).
• A collaborative work environment where your ideas are valued.
• Professional growth through mentorship opportunities and cross-functional collaboration.

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Robert Walters in Germany and Switzerland, we would love to hear from you!