Werde HR Business Partner (m/w/d) bei Cooper Consumer Health – Dein neuer Job in Mannheim

Summary

We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to oversee our human resources operations in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland). The successful candidate will be responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management, acting as a consultant on human resources-related issues, and formulating partnerships across the HR function. The HR BP is a member of the DACH executive leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HR guidance when appropriate on topics such as career planning, performance management, and employee relations.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues.
• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with HR group to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Define, implement and administer HR policies and procedures in line with global policies and local requirements.
• Conduct regular meetings with respective business units.
• Own the relationship with Working Council.
• Responsible of all new hirings and end of employment actions.
• Participate in interview processes when needed and intervene in salary negotiations.
• Develop the Personal Development strategy for the employees.
• Interface to HR Administration and shared HR services.

Experience profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related fields.
• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner
• Excellent knowledge of employment legislation and regulations.
• Fluent in German and English.
• Full understanding of all HR functions and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and implement HR strategies that align with business strategies.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.

Competencies:

• Business Acumen: Understands the organization’s business model and operations, and can align HR strategies to business goals.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and
• Consultation: Ability to provide guidance to organizational stakeholders.
• Ethical Practice: Maintains a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Global & Cultural Awareness: Ability to operate within different cultural contexts characteristic to the DACH region.
• Relationship Management: Ability to manage interactions to provide service and to support the organization.
• Critical Evaluation: Ability to interpret information to make business decisions and recommendations.