Director of HR (EMEA) - Remote

Overview

As the Director, HR (EMEA) at Learneo, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and leading our HR operations across the region. You will drive process excellence, ensure compliance with complex labor laws—particularly in Germany and the Netherlands—and align regional HR strategies with global objectives. If you're a strategic HR leader with a passion for operational excellence and a deep understanding of EMEA labor landscapes, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact.

In Short

• Lead HR operations within the region, ensuring process consistency, compliance with local labor laws, and alignment with global HR strategies.
• Oversee key HR processes, including onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, payroll, talent management, and coordinate with the global HR team on HR systems, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Provide strategic direction to local HR teams, driving process improvements and developing region-specific HR policies to support business objectives.
• Manage and mentor a small team of HR professionals across multiple locations, ensuring effective leadership and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with complex labor laws, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands, while maintaining alignment with global HR policies.
• Drive HR process improvements, implement systems, and manage HR projects to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with global and local teams to align regional HR operations with broader organizational strategies.
• Serve as Managing Director for the German entity, acting as the primary signer for local documents and participating in quarterly board meetings, with travel to Germany at least quarterly, as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field
• 12+ years of experience in HR operations and management, including leading HR teams
• Proven experience managing HR operations across multiple locations, preferably in Germany and the Netherlands
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• In-depth knowledge of regional labor laws, payroll, and benefits administration, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands
• Experience driving HR process improvements, implementing HR systems, and managing large-scale HR projects
• Ability to work effectively across global and regional HR teams, aligning local operations with global strategies
• Prior experience working with German and Dutch companies; candidates with direct experience in these regions preferred
• Global HR experience working with teams in NA, EMEA, APAC regions.
• Language requirements: English

Benefits

• Competitive salary & annual bonus
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Vacation & leaves of absence
• Developmental opportunities through education & developmental reimbursements & professional workshops
• Maternity & parental leave
• Hybrid & remote model with flexible working hours
• On-site & remote company events throughout the year
• Wellness initiatives through stipend or ClassPass memberships depending on region
• Tech & WFH set-up
• Employee referral program
• Premium access to QuillBot