Hr Business Partner

Summary

Join Lime, the world's largest shared electric vehicle company, as an HR Business Partner supporting DACH, Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Italy. This full-time remote position (based in Germany) requires travel and involves providing strategic HR guidance, driving talent processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and addressing employee relations. You will act as a trusted advisor to leaders, facilitating training and leveraging data to inform talent strategies. The ideal candidate possesses extensive HR experience in the EMEA region, strong knowledge of employment law, and exceptional communication skills. Lime offers competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, and various benefits, including health and wellness offerings, flexible vacation policies, parental leave, retirement support, and professional growth opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in employee relations, HR, or labor law, with significant experience supporting multiple countries within the EMEA region
• Strong knowledge of employment law and best practices in the EMEA region, with the ability to navigate complex, multi-country issues
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence work behaviours and build relationships at all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to manage priorities among multiple stakeholders and reprioritize as needed in a high-velocity environment
• Demonstrated experience using data to influence and inform decision making
• Ability to manage complex projects across multiple departments
• Demonstrated business acumen and critical thinking skills
• Fluent in German/English

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance to management and employees on HR-related matters, fostering a deep understanding of the business needs and offering tailored HR solutions across the employee lifecycle
• Act as a trusted advisor and coach to leaders, helping to align the People strategy with business goals
• Drive and oversee key talent processes, including annual performance reviews, engagement surveys, and talent development programs
• Partner with leadership to implement talent management strategies that support organizational growth and employee development
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, People Ops, etc.) to develop and execute talent strategies aimed at employee engagement, succession planning, organizational design, and change management
• Work with business leaders to identify, design, and implement strategies for leadership development and team performance
• Facilitate engaging training sessions and workshops, creating opportunities for employees at all levels to develop their skills and reach their full potential
• Proactively address employee relations issues, using preventive techniques to resolve conflicts and mitigate potential risks before they escalate
• Foster a positive and productive work environment through open communication and conflict resolution strategies
• Analyze key HR data and employee metrics, such as engagement scores, performance trends, and turnover rates, to develop insights that inform talent retention and growth strategies
• Leverage data to identify patterns and areas of opportunity for improving employee engagement and performance
• Provide hands-on HR support across day-to-day HR activities, ensuring smooth execution of processes and addressing employee queries in a timely manner
• Lead or participate in ad hoc projects, providing expertise and driving outcomes in various HR initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-paced, global organization
• A third language

Benefits

• Competitive salaries, performance-based annual bonus and pre-IPO equity
• Health and wellness offerings for all team members starting day one including access to top-tier fitness and mindfulness apps
• Flexible vacation policies with ample paid holidays tailored to country of residence
• Fully-paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child and financial, medical and educational support for Limers pursuing parenthood
• Support for retirement and financial goals with unlimited access to financial advisors
• Unlimited, complimentary use of our vehicles in hundreds of cities around the world
• Professional growth opportunities through quarterly learning days and top-tier tools
• Opportunities to connect across teams and locations to network, socialize and volunteer
• Culture of belonging with Employee Resource Groups that engage and promote cultural awareness and DEI training across all functions
• Consistent recognition of great work through meaningful rewards and career advancements