About the role:

In this role, you will be part of a team of HR Business Partners responsible for the business units in Belgium & The Netherlands (BeNe). We are looking for a HR Country Manager who not only fits the traditional and operational standards of this position but is also capable of challenging and transforming the business through HR and Talent strategies. You will be fundamental in challenging and proposing strategies that drive change and innovation. In strong partnership with the VP Human Resources for BeNe, you will be at the heart of the HR transformation in Belgium.

Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Partner

• Business advisory on people related topics: Identify and propose innovative approaches for talent development and executive leadership.
• Develop talent strategies: Create and implement strategies that align talent with business objectives, fostering a dynamic and diverse work environment.
• Drive change management: Lead change management initiatives that facilitate organizational transformation and improve business adaptability.
• Ensure legal representation and compliance: Ensure that all human resources practices and policies comply with current laws and regulations, minimizing legal risks and ensuring adherence to applicable standards.
• Unions / Works Council: Represent the legal entities in the structural discussions / negotiations with the unions and/or works councils.
• Critical thinking: Evaluate and analyze business needs with a critical perspective, proposing disruptive and effective solutions.
• Promote innovation: Act as a change agent introducing new ideas and practices that challenge teams.
• Support company values: Foster and reinforce the company's values, ensuring they are reflected in all human resources practices.
• Create high-potential teams: Identify and develop diverse and dynamic teams capable of reaching their full potential.

Operational Responsibilities

• Ensure that human resources policies are implemented accordingly.
• Research and analyze employee trends to understand ways to increase employee engagement.
• Maintain a deep knowledge of legal standards and reduce risks related to daily employee management.
• Ensure great experience throughout the employee lifecycle processes, from onboarding to mobility, development, recognition, offboarding, etc.

• Previous experience in roles such as HR Business Partner, Change Management, Transformation, or similar, with a focus on innovation and change.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence various levels
• Experience in developing talent strategies and change management.
• Critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and constantly evolving environment.
• Proven track record in corporate matrix organization
• Proficiency in English, Dutch and/or French.

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