Human Resources Director

The ideal candidate for our client well known software development company entering the EMEA operations market from Netherland center will act as an employee champion and a leader of change. You will plan, develop, organize, implement, direct, and evaluate the organization's human resource function and performance.

We believe you are a collaborative person with the ability to influence others into action and to think creatively about solutions. You have a passion and understanding for a wide range of People and Culture areas, and you know how efficient HR processes and strategies empower teams and managers across the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide overall leadership and guidance by overseeing talent acquisition, employee career development, succession planning, retention programs, training and leadership development
• Function as a strategic, human capital business advisor to the senior management team
• Develop initiatives, policies and programs to complement existing practices and create consistency across the organization
• Oversee benefit and compensation plans to ensure cost efficiencies and attractiveness to retain top talent
• Be part of international work culture with high team spirit. People enjoy their teams and get along well with their teammates.
• Be part of creating something new that has never been done before. The pace is fast and it is never boring!
• Make a difference. We're a lean team with a flat hierarchy, so every contribution has a direct impact
• Leading all HR operations within the company (recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, discipline and grievances; planning, monitoring, appraising)
• Leading and appreciating new HR-related projects within the company
• Providing relevant strategic insights and advice to business leaders on all HR and people-related subjects
• Leveraging strong business knowledge and understanding to partners
• Developing HR operations financial strategies
• Taking a proactive approach regarding employee relation matters, employee improvement and involvement
• Motivating the HR team by setting challenging but achievable goals
• Partners with business leaders to create and drive human capital strategy for specific areas of the business, in alignment with the overall business strategy.

Strategic Leadership:

• Develops and ensures effective implementation of plans, systems, policies, and processes for talent management, succession planning and leadership development, employee engagement.

Talent Development:

• Designs and oversees training and development programs to enhance employee skills and competencies.
• Identifies high-potential employees and creates career development paths.

Leadership Development:

• Creates and implements leadership development initiatives to nurture future leaders within the organization.
• Provides coaching and mentoring to managers and executives.
• Employee Engagement:
• Develops strategies to boost employee morale, motivation, and satisfaction.
• Measures and analyzes employee engagement metrics.
• Assist as needed in the administration and compliance of all the organization’s benefit programs.
• Update and maintain company policies and procedures and ensure all employees are aware and understand the policies regarding their employment.
• Develop HR Metrics and analysis.
• Knowledge of employment laws, and compliance requirements.
• Provide guidance and expertise on employment regulations as needed.
• Ability to develop, analyze and manage HR budget.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required.

About You:

• Solid experience in unifying and driving a diverse, multi-country workforce through his/her strong leadership
• The ideal candidate will have at least 10+ years experience in a progressive human resource role, preferably in the consumer industries.
• Hands-on leader with ability to identify priorities and deliver results efficiently in a fast paced organization
• Excellent communication skills and ability to adapt to different cultures
• Has demonstrated skills in leading cultural and organizational transformations of a comparable magnitude.
• Has experienced M&A situations in an HR leadership role and lead the integration of purchased entities.
• Team player with demonstrated ability to co-develop processes and tools.
• BS degree in Business or HR, MBA preferred. Experience operating within a global company.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills both internally and externally, comfortable in facilitating meetings and making presentations.
• Strong business acumen, in-depth knowledge of the business and client group, and the ability to effectively implement HR strategies to support business goals.
• Strong knowledge of European/Dutch labor laws ad fluency in English and Dutch language required.
• Effectively resolve conflict with a variety of stakeholders ensuring strong working relationships. Strong Employee relations experience
• Embraces change with confidence. Mentors and coaches HR colleagues.
• Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of organizational development/effectiveness/behavior with the ability to positively impact the structure, culture and effectiveness of the organization.
• Ability to collect and synthesize large quantities of both qualitative and quantitative data. Ability to recognize trends and influence leaders based on data analysis.
• Experience supporting organizational strategy by aligning the vision, mission and values of the organization with individual goals through the performance management platform.
• Ability to provide coaching and guidance to leaders on a variety of performance-related situations or circumstances.