Head of People & Culture Germany (all genders)

All RHIM locations in Germany | Full time

Your position

As Head of People & Culture Germany, you will be a key driver in shaping and implementing our HR strategy across the region. You’ll lead and develop a high-performing team of People & Culture Professionals and HR Business Partners, supporting our leaders in building empowered, engaged, and high-impact teams. With a solid background in collaboration with Works Councils and experience in global, regional, and local P&C projects, you will play a pivotal role in building a robust, future-ready P&C organization in Germany.

Your tasks

• Leading P&C initiatives and projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and local labor regulations
• Acting as a trusted advisor to stakeholders across the business on all HR matters throughout the employee life cycle
• Fostering strong and constructive collaboration with the Works Council
• Enhancing the employee experience and talent development efforts to attract, retain, and grow top talent
• Partnering closely with the Global Centre of Excellence (CoE), regional Talent Acquisition team and DEI committee to strengthen our inclusive culture

Your profile

• Strong communicator with a strategic mindset and a hands-on, solution-oriented approach
• Degree in Human Resources, Economics, Psychology, or a related field
• Solid understanding of German labor law and collaboration with Works Council
• Basic knowledge and experience in Payroll projects
• Experience in working in collaboration with Works Council committees at all levels of the company
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with a focus on team development, performance management, and fostering a positive, collaborative culture
• Several years of experience in a similar senior HR role, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Languages: German – fluent, English – fluent

Nice to have: Previous experience using Human Resources ERP systems and topics related to employee experience

Our offer

We offer a competitive salary package that reflects your qualifications and experience and aligns with current market values.

Flexibility: Possibility of mobile working and flexible, trust-based working hours, 30 days holidays

Compensation: according to the collective agreement, including capital-forming benefits, vacation and Christmas bonuses, pension support fund

Mobility: Job bike

Plus: Daily food allowance and corporate benefits platform

In addition to these local benefits for Wiesbaden, we also offer you many global benefits.

Do you want to take the next step?

Please apply online, as applications by e-mail cannot be considered for data protection reasons. Here you can find all the details about our application process.

At RHI Magnesita, everyone is welcome! We embrace diversity in all forms and evaluate applications solely based on qualifications and experience. If you share our passion for shaping tomorrow’s world, we’d love to hear from you, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We also actively encourage individuals with disabilities to submit their application.

Do you have more questions?

Anita Ertl

Head of Talent Acquisition, Communications & PR, DEI, Community Investments EUR & CIS

E-Mail: talent.europe@rhimagnesita.com

Phone / WhatsApp: +43 699 1870 5352

About RHI Magnesita

As the global leader in refractories, we supply advanced products, technologies and services essential for high-temperature industrial processes in sectors such as steel, cement, and glass. With around 20,000 employees and production sites across the globe, we are committed to fostering innovation, sustainability, and market leadership. By leading the industry in reducing emissions and supporting our customers' transitions to greener solutions, we are shaping tomorrow’s world.

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