Director People Operations (f/m/d)

• Design and lead scalable People operations processes across Austria and regional locations

• Oversee payroll and compliance, ensuring adherence to local labor laws and regulatory requirements with the strong focus on DACH region

• Lead and develop a high-performing People Operations team

  Select, implement, and optimize HR systems and tools (e.g., HRIS, payroll platforms, analytics dashboards)

• Develop and manage data-driven People reporting and analytics to support strategic decision-making

• Drive process standardization while accommodating local market needs and legal requirements

• Ensure data integrity and security in all HR systems and processes

  Continuously improve employee lifecycle processes (onboarding, offboarding, compensation and benefits administration, etc.)

• Support transformation projects, including reorganizations, integrations, and digitalization initiatives

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, IT, and Country HR teams for seamless service delivery

• 8+ years of progressive experience in HR Operations, with a focus on international/regional (DACH) scope

• Proven leadership experience in managing HR teams across multiple geographies

• Strong expertise in payroll management and HR compliance, particularly within the DACH region

• Hands-on experience with modern HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., SAGE DPW, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, ADP, Personio)

  Solid background in HR data analytics, reporting, and the use of dashboards to drive decisions

• Deep understanding of end-to-end HR processes, including onboarding, offboarding, and benefits administration

• Track record of leading process improvements and digital transformation in HR

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at all organizational levels

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

• Proficiency in English and German is essential for this role

• Transparent and forward-thinking corporate culture that values strategic input
• High level of autonomy within a collaborative and results-driven leadership team
• Modern working environment with good public transport connections (U4 - Heiligenstadt)
• Flexible working hours (flexitime/time-out days), home office, bonus scheme, additional benefits and employee events
• Structured onboarding and support through a buddy system
• The gross annual salary in accordance with the collective agreement (KV) for this role is 79 800 EUR on a full-time basis (38.5 hours/week) with willingness to pay more if you have the appropriate qualifications and experience

If you would like to work as a team player in an international environment and can identify with our values "Agile, Ambitious, Aligned, Accountable and Appreciative", then: Take this CHANCE!

Larisa Barkowski