Regional VP Human Resources

setting priorities and aligning programs

Job Description

Reporting in a matrix structure, you align the organization to support key priorities in (re)design, staffing and development of Human Resources in the region. Your key role will be to guide HR to a higher level. You contribute to the global HR strategy and make sure that the regional HR policies and programs comply with internal and external regulations. You lead HR operations across the region and provide guidance and advice on HR matters such as organizational design and development, succession planning and employee relations. With your passion for excellence you team up with national and regional management to drive the annual HR processes such as appraisals and compensation planning. You monitor consistency in policies and practices as well as performance based career advancement. This way you ensure that qualified and motivated employees are available and that strategic and operational ambitions can be achieved. Integration and rationalization processes need to be driven professionally in order to ensure mid-term and long term success. High emphasis is placed on core values, which you represent in all your actions. You bridge cultural differences easily, show organizational savvy and create an atmosphere that drives motivation, teamwork and performance.

Requirements

BA or MA degree in HR Management or relevant field
10-15 years general HR experience, especially in driving operational leadership programs; international multi-country experience required; experience with managing a remote team is an extra
Solid experience with planning and execution of strategic change; change agent
Ability to translate strategic initiatives into action plans
Strong leadership coaching, assessment and facilitation skills; ability to interact and influence at all levels within a matrix organization and leverage local needs with corporate objectives
Solid business acumen, innovative in problem solving and opportunity development
Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills
High degree of integrity and trust
Great openness and directness but also empathy
Willingness to be relocated and to travel
Fluency in English; other European languages are a plus.

Client

Our blue chip multinational client has obtained an excellent reputation as a global player in sales and manufacturing of consumer goods. They continue to develop a robust product portfolio, create strategic partnerships to meet local market needs and enhance their investments in key growth markets. To further strengthen their European HR team, they are looking for a strategic VP HR to provide future direction and drive change processes.

Features

Our client is a great place to work in and has a winning spirit. In this position you can work with a diverse community in a dynamic international environment. All it takes is the courage to face challenges head-on to become the best in your profession. They offer a fun and exciting atmosphere as well as lots of opportunities for professional and personal development.

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