Senior HR Manager Europe

Vaste medewerker, Fulltime · Delden

Responsibility areas/Core tasks
You will lead and manage all aspects of Human Resources for KLK OLEO Europe, ensuring alignment with the Group’s business strategy.
You can be stationed in Delden (NL) or Dusseldörf (DE) or Emmerich (DE)

Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
  • Develop and execute HR strategies that align with the company's culture, vision, mission and strategic objectives.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on all HR-related matters.
  • To advise Group HR on any updates and changes to National HR policies.
Talent Acquisition & Management
  • Oversee the recruitment, development, and retention of top talent across Europe.
  • Implement robust talent management processes, including succession planning, performance management, and leadership development.
Employee Experience & Engagement
  • Cultivate a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work culture.
  • Drive employee engagement initiatives and develop programmes to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
  • Lead efforts to promote DEI within the organisation, ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Oversee the design and administration of competitive and equitable compensation, benefits, and reward programmes to attract and retain high-performing employees.
Organisational Development
  • Lead organisational development efforts, including change management, workforce planning, and the continuous improvement of HR processes in Europe.
  • Review, formulate, implement and ensure continuous improvement and effectiveness of existing HR practices and procedures.
Compliance & Risk Management
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations.
  • Develop risk management strategies related to HR functions and maintain robust employee relations.

As a candidate you have the following knowledge, experience and competences;
  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience in a senior leadership role, covering all facets of HR management with proven track records.
  • Solid understanding of industrial, employee and labour relations including manpower regulations and compliance.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
  • The requirements are living close to the location in Emmerich am Rhein, Duesseldorf or Delden (NL).
  • Proven expertise in strategic HR planning, talent management, DEI, and organisational development.
  • Strong understanding of compensation and benefits, labour laws, and HR best practices.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in HR analytics to inform data-driven decision-making.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation and lead change initiatives.
Required Skills
  • Fluent in German and English is a must.
  • Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
  • Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
  • Knowledge of and experience with varied human resource information systems.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

What we offer
  • A challenging job in an international company that is actively striving for growth.
  • A great team: a lively team spirit, a strong sense of community and a friendly cooperation.
  • We live our values:
Teamwork: Collaboration across geographical, divisional, and functional boundaries to achieve company goals.
Humility: Respecting colleagues as partners and valuable contributors to the company’s success.
Results: Taking pride in our work and being willing to go the extra mile to achieve desired outcomes.
Integrity: Upholding professional honesty and sincerity above all else.
Innovation: Seeking better ways of doing things and embracing change to adapt to the market and environment.
Loyalty: Caring for colleagues like family and treating the company as our own, supporting its interests through thick and thin.
Become a part of us!

Information  
Candidates who meet the described profile can send a motivation letter with CV in English to our Recruitment Partner, Jill Melman (jill.melman@kolb.ch) or you can respond to this vacancy. 
An assessment can be part of the application procedure.
 
Acquisition for this position is not appreciated. We are free to approach candidates ourselves who are unsolicited presented by agencies.
About us
With approximately 480 employees, KLK Kolb is one of the leading alkoxylation companies in Europe and offers a wide range of surfactants, chemical specialties, paper process chemicals and customerspecific products for various industries. KLK Kolb is a member of the global KLK OLEO Group with 6 production sites in Europe. KLK Kolb sells its products worldwide and currently have three manufacturing sites in the heart of Europe (Hedingen/CH, Moerdijk/NL and Delden/NL). About 220 employees work at the Delden site, and about 90 employees work in Moerdijk. Sustainable employability and vitality are an essential part of company policy.
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