Employment Lifecycle Management Lead (HR Operations)

TL;DR

Employment Lifecycle Management Lead (HR Operations): Designing, implementing, and optimizing the global end-to-end "Hire-to-Retire" process with an accent on digitalization, compliance, and employee experience. Focus on driving self-service adoption, integrating AI into HR workflows, and aligning global standards with local requirements across multiple countries.

Location: Hybrid; preferably based in Tallinn (Estonia) or Hyvinkää/Espoo (Finland)

Company

Global leader in material handling solutions serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries.

What you will do

• Lead the global Employment Lifecycle (Hire-to-Retire) process domain to improve end-to-end performance and stakeholder experience.
• Develop and adapt global employee document management concepts.
• Embed employee self-service (ESS) and AI tools to automate process execution and resolution.
• Define and maintain scalable global H2R processes aligned with the P&C operating model.
• Drive technology implementations and process enhancements as the Global Process Owner.
• Establish and track KPIs to measure process efficiency, compliance, and impact on employee experience.

Requirements

• Relevant degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience across People & Culture, HR operations, and/or HR technology environments.
• Proven experience in end-to-end process ownership and optimization (e.g., Hire-to-Retire, HR shared services).
• Experience working in global or multi-country environments, balancing global standards with local requirements.
• Exposure to global HR systems such as SAP SuccessFactors/Employee Central.
• Proficiency in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) and change management.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model as part of modern ways of working.
• Opportunity to work at the intersection of HR and technology with visible, measurable global impact.
• Collaborative environment partnering with P&C, IT, and a worldwide network of stakeholders.
• Inclusive culture that promotes diversity and welcomes different backgrounds.