HR Business Partner

Location: Hamburg

Start: ASAP

Languages: German and English

Salary: €70.000 - €80.000 + bonus

About the Role

Ready to bring your HR magic to a region where every day is different, and every challenge is a new opportunity?

I am  looking for a people-centric HR Business Partner to join my clients dynamic team supporting Gateway Germany & Austria.

 You’ll be the go-to expert for all things people, partnering closely with the Regional Director and the General Managers to create a workplace where collaboration, creativity, and fun are part of the daily routine.

What You’ll Be Doing

Strategic Partnering: Build strong, trusted relationships with the Regional Director, General Managers, and key managers. Be their HR guru, guiding them through the twists and turns of people management.Culture Champion: Foster an open, collaborative culture across the region.You’ll be the heartbeat of the employee experience, making sure everyone feels valued and engaged.People Plan Pro: Bring the EMEA People Plan to life locally, helping the teams achieve their business goals while having a blast along the way.Coach & Mentor: Upskill and support managers in everything from employee relations to talent and performance management.Your wisdom will help them shine!HR Innovator: Drive and champion key HR initiatives-both local and global.Whether it’s wellbeing, reward and recognition, or talent management, you’re always one step ahead. Legal Eagle: Be the in-house expert on German and Austrian employment law.Manage employee relations with a commercial, pragmatic approach and keep our works councils and unions in the loop.Change Agent: Lead the charge on change programs, ensuring smooth transitions and positive outcomes.Data Detective: Use management data to inform forward planning and decision-making.Engagement Enthusiast: Own the annual employee engagement survey, aiming for sky-high participation and actionable results.Payroll Pro: Oversee payroll processes, including new starters, contract changes, and annual reviews.

What We’re Looking For

Relationship Builder: You’ve got a knack for connecting with people at all levels, from the front line to the boardroom.HR Expert: Solid background in HR business partnering, with a track record of delivering HR strategies in complex, multi-site environments.Legal Know-How: In-depth knowledge of German and Austrian employment law, plus experience working with works councils and unions.Commercial Mindset: You understand business strategy and know how to align HR to drive results.Communication Star: You’re clear, concise, and persuasive-whether you’re coaching a manager or presenting to the leadership team.Change Champion: You thrive in dynamic environments and know how to simplify complexity to deliver positive outcomes. Tech Savvy:  Comfortable with MS Office and HR systems.Self-Starter: Proactive, solution-focused, and always ready to roll up your sleeves.

Health & Safety

As a leader, you’ll ensure your team’s health, safety, and security are always top priority.

You’ll make sure risk assessments are up to date, safe working procedures are followed, and incidents are investigated with care and action.