Global Human Resources Business Partner

dss+ is a leading global operations transformation consultancy that helps our clients build business endurance through operational safety, risk, performance and sustainability by leveraging our industry expertise, our dss+360 digital platform, our recognised people solutions and IP. We work with clients across various industries, including metals and mining, oil and gas, industrials and manufacturing, chemicals, food and beverage and more, to deliver measurable and lasting improvements.

We pride ourselves in combining industry experts and on the ground experience with strong people-centric change management capabilities. dss+ is seeking an HR Business Partner who will play an essential role in establishing and driving HR programs/talent initiatives forward, while ensuring alignment with the strategic business objectives. We are looking for someone who possesses strong business acumen and a clear understanding of company challenges to help address the organisation’s and talent needs.

Working for dss+ gives you the chance to directly impact employee engagement and facilitation of end-to-end HR operational tasks and activities. Reporting to the Regional HR Leader in EMEA, this role enables you to drive continuous improvement of our HR Operational activities and employee engagement landscape. This is an opportunity to directly impact the success of HR systems and procedures for ongoing efficiency and effectiveness, in addition to contributing to an engaging work environment.

This role is responsible for cultivating and elevating the impact of the employee experience, creating a connection with the employee career journey and enabling a culture, with the employee at the centre, while ensuring compliance with local labor laws. Additionally, continuing to drive efficiency and effectiveness across all HR generalist disciplines in Europe, while operating remotely from home with occasional travel.

• Serve as a trusted partner to the organization, business leaders and HR team, to develop and implement effective HR policies and practices that will support the strategic growth of the business, whilst maintaining a focus on facilitating a positive employee experience across all touchpoints.
• Provide timely information and/or education for all levels of the company on HR issues.
• Educate, coach and partner with managers on performance management and employee development goals.
• Provide HR expertise in the areas of feedback, employee relations, development and coaching, compensation, and organizational development.
• Participate in the continual development of HR programs including but not limited to recruitment, retention, compensation, benefits, and Learning & Development.
• Collaborate with the HR team to champion and accelerate a culture of excellence in which people feel engaged and inspired to deliver top business results.
• Educate team members on compensation practices, including compensation, performance feedback, performance calibration, and career transitions.
• Strategic HR Partnership: Working with leadership teams to align HR strategies with business objectives and support the achievement of business goals across European countries.
• Managing complex employee relations issues in a multi-country context.
• Providing guidance on organizational design, team dynamics, and change management processes.
• Implementing and driving the performance management process, whilst working with managers to set clear performance expectations and development goals.
• Payroll administration across European markets in collaboration with our internal HR Ops team; Supporting the development and implementation of compensation and benefits programs; Leading benchmarking efforts and participating in compensation reviews.
• Ensuring adherence to local employment laws, regulations, and corporate policies in all European countries.
• Driving change initiatives in alignment with global and regional business transformations.
• Promoting a unified company culture while respecting local customs and labour practices.

You are passionate about employee engagement and administration of HR coordination in a dynamic, consulting context.

Experience: Proven HR experience in a strategic HR Business Partner role in which you have supported multiple European countries. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., CIPD).

Languages: Fluency in English is required. Additional European languages are highly desirable. Strong knowledge of European labour laws, employment practices, and HR compliance in various countries is essential.

Strategic thinking with a deep understanding of HR's role in achieving business goals. Ability to manage complex HR issues, including conflict resolution, performance management, and cultural sensitivity. Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage HR data to drive decisions. Proven ability to lead HR initiatives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

At dss+, we embrace and celebrate diversity. Above all, we are an inclusive culture in which everyone contributes and has the chance to develop their talents further.