HR Director (m/f/d)

HR Director Austria & Switzerland (m/f/d)

Lead Transformation. Build Stability. Shape the Future.

Our client is a leading international service organization operating in a dynamic and regulated environment. Following a period of significant transformation, the company is entering a new phase focused on stabilization, performance, and sustainable growth.

To support this journey, we are seeking an experienced HR Director Austria & Switzerland who will shape the people agenda, strengthen leadership capabilities, and drive organizational effectiveness across both countries.

The Opportunity
This is a highly visible leadership role with responsibility for the HR function in Austria and Switzerland. As a trusted advisor to senior management, you will help navigate organizational complexity, balance local business needs with international governance requirements, and contribute to building a high-performing organization.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership

• Lead and develop the HR function across Austria and Switzerland
• Drive organizational stability and effectiveness during an ongoing transformation phase
• Translate business priorities into practical HR strategies and actions

Business Partnership & Leadership Development

• Act as a trusted advisor to the Management Team
• Strengthen leadership capabilities and management effectiveness
• Foster accountability, ownership, and sound decision-making

Culture, Performance & Operations

• Support the evolution of a performance-oriented culture
• Drive employee engagement and organizational development initiatives
• Further professionalize HR operations and ensure operational excellence
• Oversee international mobility and complex people-related matters
• Navigate a highly centralized international HR governance framework

Employee Relations

• Build constructive collaboration with employee representatives/ Works Council
• Advise leadership teams on employee relations matters with confidence and credibility

Your Profile

Experience

• Senior HR leadership experience in an international service organization
• Proven track record in transformation, change management, and organizational development
• Experience working with Works Councils/employee representatives
• Exposure to international mobility and cross-border HR topics
• Experience with Workday is an advantage

Personal Competencies

• Resilient leader who performs effectively in complex and fast-changing environments
• Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, hands-on approach
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Able to balance business needs with people considerations
• Fluent in German and English

For this key leadership position, our client offers an attractive annual compensation package exceeding EUR150,000 gross, complemented by a company car and additional benefits. The final package will reflect the successful candidate's qualifications and experience.

If you are an experienced HR leader who thrives in transformation and enjoys building strong organizations, we look forward to receive your application via apply smart

Jobaffairs Personal- und Mediaagentur GmbH
Freudenauer Hafenstrasse 16, 1020 Wien Lastenstrasse 38/15 Stock, 4020 Linz

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