HR People Partner (m/f/d)

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Job Description

Job Description Summary

As an HR People Partner for Wind Projects & Services and Electrification software in Germany, you will be at the heart of our people experience - empowering leaders, supporting employees, and bringing HR initiatives to life where they matter most: on the ground. In this role, you will be an advisor to People Leaders and employees on local HR topics, providing coaching and support on a regular basis and offering expert guidance on employee relations, compliance with local laws and policies, workforce planning, and change initiatives. Your work will directly shape a positive, inclusive, and safe workplace culture while enabling People Leaders to lead with confidence and clarity. With a strong focus on proactive support and problem-solving, you’ll ensure our people feel heard, supported, and set up for success every day.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

People Leader Empowerment  

·  Enable People Leaders to solve problems by leveraging central tools and HR standards. 
·  Coach and support People Leaders for complex issues. 
·  Partner with People Leaders to promote an inclusive, safety-first culture. 
·  Participate with local leadership teams as HR representative and advise on HR related matters. 

 

Employee Experience Focus  

·  Foster a positive culture by embedding GEV values in local HR initiatives; focus on enhancing engagement and the overall employee experience. 
·  Represent the employee voice by sharing employee insights and people data with HRBPs and People Leaders.   
·  Guide requests through appropriate self-service channels while educating employees on new ways of working. 
·  Liaise with onsite/in country POps to help resolve complex Tier 1 queries requiring business direction 

 

Local Support & Employee Relations  

·  Act as the local HR expert to People Leaders, HRBP and COE’s 
·  Prepares and facilitate Works councils/Employee rep meetings in Germany
·  Proactively manage employee relations issues and address everyday grievance matters to minimize the escalation of issues 
·  Collaborate with the COE’s to resolve sensitive matters (e.g., determine a corrective action post an investigation, analysis of ER cases to develop appropriate actions). 
·  Proactively identify and address labor-related risks, collaborating with or escalating to the Labor COE as appropriate to ensure timely and effective resolution. 
·  Ensure compliance and enforcement of local regulations/laws/policies, while providing people leaders with the appropriate level of support needed for effective decision-making 

  

HR Strategy &   HR Process Activation  

·  Own the local employee experience by executing the workforce and talent agenda established by HRBPs. 
·  Support local HR projects and change initiatives with on-the-ground expertise. 
·  Execute and support People Leaders and employees with various HR initiatives across the talent lifecycle including culture and new HR process introductions. 
·  Provide inputs to decisions within the HR discipline, ensuring alignment with organizational 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. 

 

Your Profile

Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university

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Strong professional experience in human resources with areas of responsibility such as recruitment, training, compensation, benefits, employee development, or performance management

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Very good German language skills in writing and speaking

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Good English language skills

Desired 

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Strong problem-solving skills; ability to make independent decisions, manage conflicting priorities in a fast paced environment 

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Extensive understanding and knowledge of local labor laws and government requirements with demonstrated experience in application of HR policies 

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Detail-oriented with excellent organizational & documentation skills 

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Applies solid judgment ensuring integrity, compliance, & confidentiality  

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Strong interest in innovative HR solutions and process improvement 

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Growing ability to effectively influence and constructively challenge People Leaders 

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No