HR Director (Remote)

Job summary

This role involves shaping and executing the HR strategy for a multi-country commercial and operational organization in Western Europe, reporting to the VP HR EMEA. The position requires a blend of strategic leadership and operational execution, focusing on talent management and organizational development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master’s Degree or MBA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, including significant time in a senior HRBP or HR Director role.
• Experience working across multiple Western European countries with knowledge of diverse employment legislation and cultural norms.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to drive HR strategy linked to business outcomes.
• Lead change management initiatives and develop talent strategies for leadership development.
• Manage HR business partnering across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with local laws.
• Analyze workforce data to identify trends and drive employee engagement initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with senior leadership and represent HR in business forums.

Skills

• Strong commercial acumen and ability to connect HR strategy to business performance.
• Exceptional influencing and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage complexity and ambiguity in a matrixed organization.
• Culturally agile with the ability to adapt across different markets.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master’s Degree or MBA preferred.

Tools

• Familiarity with HR metrics and data analysis tools.