HR Services Director Germany (m/w/d) - #2768435

AmRest is a global restaurant operator with a strong presence in Europe and China. For over 30 years, we have been developing a portfolio of iconic brands such as KFC, Starbucks, Pizza Hut and Burger King, as well as our own proprietary concepts like La Tagliatella, Sushi Shop and Blue Frog. People are the heart of our business – we truly understand that the growth of our People drives AmRest's growth, that’s why we provide them with endless development opportunities on local and global level.

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HR Team aims to be a strong strategic partner for key stakeholders and all AmRest Employees through quality, timeless and business-oriented services. Within HR, it is essential to stay focused on business objectives, employees’ needs, market trends and the constantly evolving environment. HR Services area plays a crucial role in executing Employee-related processes across the organization. Effective execution at the country level is strongly connected with the performance of each store, region, brand and AmRest Group.

We are looking for an Head of HR in Germany – a key leader who ensures a high level of services delivery at the country level. HR Services Director delivers both global and local HR services to all brands in the market, while collaborating closely with Global HR Center of Excellence, Brand Operations and Brand HR Directors.

Key areas of impact:

• Lead core country-level HR functions, including payroll, compliance and administrative processes, ensuring smooth and reliable service delivery.
• Drive execution of global HR processes - talent acquisition, talent development and employee relations – ensuring strong alignment with corporate goals and values.

Key accountabilities:

• Payroll: Oversee and continuously improve payroll systems and processes to guarantee timely and accurate processing of all payroll transactions. Ensure accurate updates for new hires, terminations, and pay changes. Lead and deliver benefits administration and worktime management.
• HR Compliance & Labor Relations: Ensure that all company policies and procedures comply with regulatory and ethical standards. Conduct audits, build control mechanisms and execute adherence to legal requirements and internal policies. Oversee areas such as foreign employment, disability management, labor and employee relations, HR legal matters and occupational health. Lead the organization's labor relations agenda by managing relationships with employee representatives, trade unions, and social partners where applicable.
• Talent Acquisition: Attract the best talent while optimizing cost and efficiency to support company strategy execution. Ensure a smooth selection process and strong candidate experience throughout the entire recruitment journey.
• Talent Development: Equip the organization with the necessary skills and knowledge at every level for high performance. Enhance employees’ existing capabilities and develop new competencies based on business needs. Strengthen internal talent pipelines to secure leadership positions with highly engaged employees.
• Employee Relations: Foster a motivated, informed and engaged workforce. Drive communication strategies, support retention efforts and oversee onboarding and offboarding to support a seamless employee experience.
• Administration: Provide high-quality administrative services at the country level, including front-desk operations, event support, office management, travel booking, car fleet oversight and inventory management.

Key expectations from the candidates:

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within a complex, fast-paced organization.
• Strong leadership, negotiation and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration across diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work within complex and diversed environments, managing multiple teams, projects and priorities with confidence.
• Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with Workers Councils in Germany, including co-determination practices.
• Fluency in both German and English, with the ability to operate seamlessly in an international environment.

Please submit your applications in English.