HR Business Partner

Össur

. Act as trusted partner to management, coaching, advising, and supporting talent pipeline and performance management, employee relations, and organizational change .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeLüneburg • GermanySeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR business partnering, talent management, and organizational change, with a strong focus on compliance with German labor law and effective employee development strategies. Proficient in both German and English, fostering collaboration and communication across diverse teams.

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HR Business PartneringGerman Labor Law KnowledgeEmployee Development ProgramsFluency in German and EnglishOrganizational Change Management

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Hard Skills

HR Strategy DevelopmentPerformance ManagementTalent Pipeline ManagementSuccession PlanningCompliance with Employment Law

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsInfluencing SkillsProactive MindsetSolution-Oriented ApproachStakeholder Engagement

Industry Keywords

Employee RelationsOrganizational ChangeEmployer BrandingTalent AcquisitionTraining Facilitation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as trusted partner to management, coaching, advising, and supporting talent pipeline and performance management, employee relations, and organizational change
Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals
Ensure compliance with local employment law, regulations, and company policies
Support employee and leadership development through talent reviews and targeted interventions
Drive succession planning and development for high potentials and leaders
Contribute to employer branding development with the Talent Acquisition team to attract and retain talent
Collaborate with Centers of Excellence to ensure timely and efficient service delivery
Participate in and champion global HR programs and projects, ensuring successful local implementation and adoption
Oversee employee development programs and facilitate training sessions
Model core values and foster a culture of honesty, frugality, and courage

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Law or related field
Minimum of 7 years of demonstrably successful HR business partnering experience in an international/matrix environment setting
Fluency in German and English language
Knowledge of German labor law and HR best practices
Professional interpersonal and influencing skills to partner effectively with senior leaders and diverse teams across geographies
Proactive, solution-oriented mindset, able to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Capable of driving organizational change, including stakeholder engagement and communication planning
Willingness to travel on a regular basis to the locations in Lüneburg and Emmering

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flat hierarchies, strong team spirit, and genuine collegiality
Purpose & Impact: Work directly shapes product strategy and improves lives globally
International team culture in a diverse and inclusive environment
Professional workspaces in offices/facilities in Lüneburg or Emmering
Growth & Development opportunities with industry leaders in a dynamic, international environment
Flexible work model balancing remote work with in-person collaboration