Senior HR Business Partner with Legal Background (f/m/d)

Digital Realty Germany GmbH

Jobbeschreibung

Job Info

• Job Identification5927
• Job CategoryHuman Resources
• Job ScheduleFull time

Job Description

About the Role:

We’re looking for a dynamic Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) to join our growing team. In this pivotal role, you will take ownership of a variety of HR functions, supporting both management and employees with expert advice on all HR-related matters. You will act as deputy to the HR Director DACH, supporting leadership and acting as a key point of contact in their absence. This position requires international experience within matrix organizations, with demonstrated experience working in US-based companies.

As a Senior HRBP, you will manage HR operations and lead key areas such as Works Council relations, performance management, and process optimization. You’ll also be a key contributor to transformation projects that support growth and change across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deputy Role: Act as the deputy for the HR Director DACH, stepping in as needed to support leadership, decision-making, and cross-functional coordination.
• Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, providing expert guidance on HR policies, practices, and employment issues.
• Works Council Relations: Manage and strengthen relationships with the Works Council, ensuring compliance with local labor regulations and promoting constructive collaboration.
• Position & Workforce Planning: Support strategic planning regarding organizational structure, job design, and workforce forecasting.
• HR Administration: Oversee the timely and efficient execution of HR administrative processes.
• Policy Development: Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies that align with corporate strategy and local requirements.
• Project Leadership: Lead and support transformational HR initiatives and process optimization projects, particularly within international and matrix structures.
• Global Collaboration: Work effectively with global HR colleagues across functions and geographies.

Why This Role is Right for You:

• Impact & Ownership: Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your work directly impacts business success and employee experience.
• Collaboration & Precision: Enjoy working cross-functionally and with culturally diverse teams while maintaining a strong focus on accuracy and detail.
• Career Growth: Gain exposure to high-impact, international HR projects and grow within a supportive and innovative organization.

Your Profile:

• Education: University degree in Law, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Proven experience in a Senior HRBP role.
  • International HR experience in matrix organizations, preferably within a US corporate.
  • Background in transformational projects involving change management and organizational development.
  • Industry experience in data centers, tech, telecommunications, or IT is an advantage.
• Labor Law Expertise: Strong knowledge of German labor law and experience managing Works Council relations.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in MS Office, HRIS systems, and familiarity with time and attendance systems and shift models.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication in both German and English, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels.
• Independent & Detail-Oriented: Comfortable working autonomously with a focus on precision and accountability.

What We Offer:

• Open door culture with short communications paths and flat hierarchies
• Personalized onboarding plan (buddy system), education programs
• Personal development options in a fast-growing environment
• Attractive social benefits (Flexible working hours, digital meal vouchers, bike leasing, pension plan, etc.)
• Many additional extras like free drinks, fresh fruit and team events

A bit about us

Digital Realty is the leading provider of carrier and cloud neutral data centre services by delivering the full spectrum of data center, colocation and interconnection solutions. PlatformDIGITAL®, the company’s global data center platform, provides customers with a secure data meeting place and a proven Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx™) solution methodology for powering innovation and efficiently managing Data Gravity challenges. Digital Realty gives its customers access to the connected data communities that matter to them with a global data center footprint of 300+ facilities in 50+metros across 28countries on 6continents. We've 3,500+colleagues around the world who work together, come up with life-changing solutions and create connections that matter every day.

What we can offer you

Our rapidly evolving business sector offers the opportunity to be part of a courageous and passionate team who work together to understand and meet the changing needs of our global customers. Join us and you’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work. As part of our team, you’ll get to work with people from different business areas, challenge the way we do things and put your ideas into action. We’ll also give you plenty of development opportunities so you can build a rewarding and successful career with us. This is an exciting time to join our business so apply now and make your mark on our future.

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment and enjoy working in a teams to deliver top-notch HR strategies? If so, apply now to join our team!