People Business Partner

TL;DR

People Business Partner: Supporting business areas and executive team on strategic people topics with an accent on leadership development, workforce planning, and organizational change. Focus on driving people initiatives, negotiating with Works Council, and enabling well-informed strategic decisions.

Location: Berlin, Germany with up to 20% mobile work per week from anywhere within Germany and option to work from abroad.

Company

hirify.global is a digital advertising partner for offline retail businesses, part of Axel Springer SE, leading the "Drive to Store" market in Germany and France.

What you will do

• Act as strategic sparring partner for business units, translating needs into company-wide people strategies
• Identify patterns, risks, and opportunities within business units and turn insights into actions
• Collaborate with Works Council and negotiate framework agreements
• Drive and implement people initiatives in leadership development, performance, and culture
• Support change processes including growth, restructuring, and integration
• Ensure consistent application of people standards balancing pragmatism and business orientation

Requirements

• Several years of experience as HR / People Business Partner or similar strategic role
• Solid knowledge of German labor law and practical experience
• Experience leading and implementing people projects from concept to rollout
• Analytical thinking and curiosity about HR tech and innovative tools
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders
• Business fluent in German and English

Culture & Benefits

• High-growth, dynamic company undergoing digital transformation in retail
• Focus on innovation and technology including AI tools
• Support for professional development and feedback culture
• Diversity and equal opportunity workplace
• Wellbeing programs including mental health app and gym access
• Flexibility with up to 20% mobile work per week and option to work abroad within Germany
• Visa sponsorship available for candidates outside Germany
• Modern office with amenities and free lunch when onsite

Hiring process

• Parental leave cover fixed-term contract from summer 2026 to July 2027
• Collaboration with Co-Head of People & Culture and experienced Business Partner team