Senior HR Business Partner

Role Overview

• Act as the primary HR contact and advisor across the full employee lifecycle for employees and leaders in the DACH and CEE region
• Ensure high-quality operational HR delivery, including hands-on involvement in selected administrative topics
• Provide guidance on Austrian and regional labour law, partnering with specialists for complex or high-risk matters
• Represent and drive adoption of global HR policies and initiatives, ensuring strong alignment across the region
• Lead local talent management activities, including performance, development, succession planning, and coaching of leaders
• Own the regional HR perspective, identifying needs and driving improvements or new initiatives
• Collaborate closely with HR Administration, Compensation & Benefits, Labour Law, and Talent Acquisition to deliver compliant and effective solutions
• Support recruiting activities in the region (e.g. hiring manager guidance, interviews, local insights)
• Contribute to selected global HR projects, rollouts, or process improvements

Requirements

• A background as a hands-on HR Business Partner or HR Generalist, ideally with exposure to multi-country environments
• Well-grounded HR expertise, paired with the ability to think strategically and regionally
• Strong working knowledge of labour law across Austria and the wider region
• A proven track record in talent management and coaching leaders, with the confidence to challenge and support leadership effectively
• Familiarity with the IT, software, or technology industry, supported by a clear understanding of business realities and needs
• The credibility to act as an ambassador for HR policies and initiatives, driving alignment and adoption within the business
• Clear and professional communication, even in demanding or high-pressure situations
• Comfort working in close partnership with HR specialist teams while owning the regional HR perspective
• The ability to prioritize effectively in a dynamic, international environment
• Fluent English is required; German and additional Eastern European languages (e.g. Polish, Czech, Romanian) are a strong advantage

Benefits

• Corporate Discount Program with access to partner perks
• French Language classes and international get-togethers
• Participation in international team events and conferences
• Employee Performance Plan recognizing your contribution
• Hybrid work model with three days per week in our campus-style Vienna office
• Choice of subsidized lunch vouchers or a public transport ticket