At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

Global HR Business Partner (f/m/d)

As a Global HR Business Partner, you will act as a strategic sparring partner to senior management at our headquarters, driving organizational development, supporting key HR processes, and contributing to impactful initiatives across the employee life cycle.

Your Responsibilities:

• Act as a trusted sparring partner to senior leadership, providing consulting, coaching, and end‑to‑end HR lifecycle support.
• Drive change and organizational development initiatives, including org design, workshops, and transformation projects.
• Lead and support talent management processes such as succession planning, career development, and capability-building measures.
• Oversee HR controlling activities, including FTE planning, KPI‑based performance steering, and collaboration with Finance.
• Contribute to or lead global HR projects (e.g., engagement surveys, job grading) and ensure effective cooperation with the works council.

Your Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of HR Business Partner experience in an international matrix organization.
• Academic degree in HR, social sciences, organizational development, psychology, or a related field.
• Ideally certified in systemic coaching, organizational development, and/or conflict management.
• Strong communication skills, empathy, integrity, and a solution‑oriented working style, with excellent intercultural competence.
• Very good German and English skills, strong knowledge of Austrian labor law; familiarity with the metal industry collective agreement is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Flexible working hours with no core time and possibility to work from home
• Further training and international career opportunities
• Corporate health management "PALfit"
• Company restaurant with freshly prepared meals and daily meal subsidy
• Job ticket for travel to and from PALFINGER
• Numerous employee discounts through Corporate Benefits

Minimum yearly gross salary according to the Austrian metal industry collective agreement is EUR 60 962,30 based on full-time employment. According to experience and qualification, we offer a market-conform overpayment.

Are you interested in the position and still have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us.