HR Business Partner

We are seeking a hands-on HR Business Partner to join our European HR team, supporting a rapidly growing medical device organization with approximately 200+ employees across multiple countries. This role goes beyond traditional HR BP responsibilities - you will be the architect of our European HR policy framework and operational systems, working closely with the European HR Head and China HQ to build scalable, compliant, and business-aligned HR infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Policy & System Design (35%)

• Design, draft, and maintain European HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks across multiple jurisdictions (DACH, Poland, Netherlands, France, etc.)
• Build and implement standardized HR operational frameworks including onboarding, performance management, compensation & benefits, and offboarding
• Develop SOPs and process documentation for cross-border HR operations
• Ensure all policies are compliant with local labor laws, GDPR, and EU directives

Business Partnership (35%)

• Partner with European business leaders(N-2) to understand workforce needs and translate them into HR solutions
• Support organizational design and restructuring initiatives
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, and terminations
• Act as a trusted advisor on local HR practices and cultural considerations according to local labor law, compliance requirements, and practice.

Operational Execution (30%)

• Draft and review employment contracts, and policy documents in English
• Coordinate with external vendors (payroll providers, legal counsel, recruitment agencies)
• Help to set up and support local works counsel
• Support HR operations across the employee lifecycle
• Support HR system implementation and configuration (e.g., SuccessFactors)
• Maintain accurate HR data and reporting for management review
• Local HR activities for compliance

Requirements

Must-Have

• 5+ years of HR experience in multinational or cross-border environments
• Strong understanding of European labor law and practice , particularly in Germany.
• Excellent written English - able to draft policy documents, SOPs, and employee communications independently. Fluency in German is required.
• Demonstrated experience in building HR policies and systems from the ground up (not just executing existing frameworks)
• Hands-on mentality - willing and able to do detailed operational work, not just strategic planning

Nice-to-Have

• Experience in a multinational expanding into European markets
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or other regulated industries
• Knowledge of multiple European jurisdictions (Poland, Netherlands, UK, Italy, Spain)
• HR certifications (CIPD, SHRM, or local equivalents)
• Experience with HRIS systems (SuccessFactors, or similar)

What We Offer

• Opportunity to build HR infrastructure from the ground up in a fast-growing global organization
• Direct exposure to senior leadership in both Europe and China HQ