Senior HR Business Partner (SaaS)

TL;DR

Senior HR Business Partner (SaaS): Strategic people advisory for Finance, IT, Legal, and Digital Transformation functions with an accent on German labour law and organizational design. Focus on aligning people strategies with business objectives, managing Works Council relations, and driving AI adoption in HR operations.

Location: Hybrid (Munich) / Remote within the EU

Company

A market leader in Workforce Management Software and one of Germany's most successful tech growth stories.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary HR partner for Finance, IT, Legal, and Digital Transformation departments, aligning people strategies with growth plans.
• Advise senior leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, talent development, and performance management.
• Act as the in-house expert on German labour law, managing contracts and maintaining a proactive relationship with the Works Council.
• Lead and mentor a team of HR Admin professionals to ensure operational excellence and data integrity.
• Drive the adoption of AI and automation tools across HR workflows, including contract management and compliance.
• Leverage people analytics and HR data to provide evidence-based insights for business decision-making.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive HRBP experience, ideally within a SaaS or technology organization.
• Exceptional knowledge of German labour law (qualification as a German lawyer is a strong advantage).
• Hands-on experience working with a Works Council and navigating co-determination rights.
• Fluent in both German and English (written and spoken).
• Proven people management experience, including coaching and developing direct reports.
• Digital-first mindset with proficiency in HRIS platforms and people analytics tooling.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting technology-driven functions such as IT, Digital Transformation, or Engineering.
• Familiarity with European employment law beyond Germany (e.g., Austria, Netherlands, France).
• Experience in scale-up or hyper-growth environments.
• Prior exposure to HRIS implementation or HR process automation projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive rewards including profit-sharing and an employee stock program.
• Structured onboarding and continuous leadership development via the ATOSS Academy.
• Flexible work culture with hybrid options and 30 days of vacation.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including Wellhub membership and regular check-ups.
• Engaging team environment with seasonal events, retreats, and an in-house barista in the Munich office.