Head of People & Culture (m/f/d)

About the Job

We’re looking for an experienced Head of People & Culture (m/f/d) to join one of our portfolio companies to lead its people and operations strategies.

In your day-to-day work, you’ll focus on streamlining and nurturing the organisational culture, ensuring it aligns with the company's values and business goals.

Join our portfolio company: A German hardware company focused on designing and manufacturing cutting-edge microchips. The transformative startup offers energy-efficient and high-performance components for multiple industries.

In this role, you’ll:

• Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for Talent Acquisition, People development & Operations, Retention, and Succession planning.
• Develop and implement initiatives that nurture a positive, inclusive, and dynamic workplace culture, aligning with the company's core values to enhance employee engagement and support
• Lead the development and communication of People policies and procedures that support the organisation's goals and comply with legal standards
• Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate people and culture strategies with the company's overall strategic planning and operational execution
• Manage People teams to enhance transparency, facilitate effective information flow, and build a sense of community among employees
• Leverage data analytics to inform People and Talent Acquisition (TA) decisions, to optimise talent management processes, enhance workforce planning, and improve employee experience and outcomes through evidence-based strategies

Your Profile

• 5-8 years or more of experience in People Organisation, with at least +3 years in a leadership role focussing on People topics, culture and communications
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organisational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire employees at all levels
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful People strategies that align with business objectives
• Experience in change management and the ability to lead an organisation through growth and transformation
• Strong proficiency in German

Please note that we’re looking for support in the Aachen office of our portfolio company. Eligibility to work in the EU is required.

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package with outstanding insurance, pension and virtual stock options at our portfolio company
• An inspiring, creative and diverse environment with professional and motivated colleagues from all over the world
• Transparent and open culture where every person is highly valued and respected
• Getting challenged and developing your professional skills by taking over responsibilities, and a guaranteed steep learning curve from day one
• A supportive environment that prioritises work-life balance
• Be part of a professional network within the Project A family, with access to regular events, knowledge exchange and meetups

Apply below and become a part of our success story!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Project A is committed to diverse and equal opportunities hiring for all – applicants, candidates, and employees alike. We value humans – with all our glorious multifaceted backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences – and look forward to your application.