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Head of People Operations - EMEA

RELEX Solutions
Location
Helsinki, Finland
Posted
11 days ago
Department
People
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Significant experience in a senior People Operations / HR leadership role covering multiple European jurisdictions
  • Experience leading distributed People Operations teams across multiple countries
  • Experience with Workday and payroll oversight across multiple countries
  • Track record managing complex, sensitive employee relations matters
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills
  • A track record of streamlining HR processes and an interest in using automation and AI tools to improve People Operations
Nice to have
  • Experience managing People Operations in Germany, including working with German Works Councils (Betriebsrat)
  • Strong working knowledge of German employment law
  • Familiarity with other EMEA jurisdictions (e.g., Poland, UK, France)
  • German fluency
What the job really is

The Head of People Operations for EMEA at RELEX Solutions will lead HR operations across multiple countries, ensuring alignment with global strategies and compliance with local regulations. This role involves overseeing payroll, benefits, and HRIS, managing a distributed team, and driving continuous improvement through automation and AI tools. The position also requires managing complex employee relations cases and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance employee engagement and streamline HR processes.

Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role involves managing complex employee relations cases which may be sensitive
  • Experience with Works Councils is emphasized, particularly for Germany
  • Fast-paced environment may require adaptability and quick decision-making
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