Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany
I am an HR Generalist with extensive expertise in employee relations and a strong track record of advising executives, managers, and employees across diverse European markets, including DACH, the Netherlands, and the UK. With experience spanning multiple industries, I have worked on a wide range of HR topics, continuously improving processes and driving organizational efficiency. I have a proven ability to foster a digitalized work environment, enhancing both productivity and operational effectiveness. Known for my quick learning, results-driven approach, and meticulous attention to detail, I thrive in collaborative settings where I can support individuals in their professional development. My goal is to continue expanding my expertise, deepen my knowledge within the HR field, and contribute to the innovation and success of organizations through a streamlined and impactful HR function.
- Strategic HR Leadership: Act as a key advisor across European offices on operations, payroll, development, and succession planning, aligning HR initiatives with business strategy. - Policy, Compliance & Employee Relations: Developing and enforcing HR policies compliant with local labour laws, while leading complex employee relations cases to promote a positive workplace culture. - Organizational Development: Driving leadership coaching, performance management, and training programs to foster a high-performance, growth-oriented environment. - Operational Excellence & Analytics: Leading budgeting, workforce planning, and HR data analytics to support informed decision-making and organisational efficiency. - Digital Transformation & Engagement: Spearheading HRIS implementation projects and enhancing employee experience through improved onboarding, communication, and change management.
- Employee Relations & Representation: Managed all employee relations cases end-to-end and collaborated with staff representatives to ensure transparent and legally compliant outcomes. - Policy Development & Compliance: Designed and refined HR policies and procedures to maintain regulatory alignment and improve operational efficiency. - Training & Leadership Support: Assessed training needs and provided targeted guidance to managers and staff, strengthening HR knowledge and leadership capabilities. - Succession & Compensation Planning: Developed a structured succession framework and led annual salary review processes aligned with performance and budgeting goals. - Project & Change Management: Drove HR innovation through ad-hoc initiatives and cross-functional projects with the Global HR Team
Payroll Administration: Held end-to-end responsibility for managing all payroll-related data for the distribution center in Scheinfeld, including full employee lifecycle data management (onboarding to offboarding). • Timekeeping & Attendance: Prepared and coordinated timekeeping reports, ensuring accurate and timely processing for payroll and compliance purposes. • System Implementation: Assisted in the rollout of a new time management system, ensuring a smooth transition and improved accuracy in attendance tracking integrating into SAP/HR. • HR Reporting: Generated and delivered weekly and monthly HR reports for designated business units, supporting data-driven decision-making. • Regulatory Liaison: Communicated with health insurance providers and government authorities regarding tax filings, retirement contributions, and long-term absences to ensure legal compliance. • Process Optimization: Actively supported digitalization efforts within the HR Service Center, contributing to greater efficiency and automation.
Employee Relations: Held full ownership of all employee relations cases within the assigned regions. • Policy Development & Improvement: Implemented and continuously enhanced HR policies and procedures tailored to regional requirements. • Policy Advisory & Compliance: Provided expert guidance on HR policies, ensuring business alignment with both existing and newly introduced practices. • Health & Wellbeing Management: Managed complex health management cases across the UK and Northern Europe, promoting employee wellbeing and compliance with health-related legislation. • Performance Management: Advised and supported line managers throughout mid-year and year-end performance review cycles to ensure consistency and fairness. • Succession Planning: Oversaw succession planning processes across store locations to ensure leadership pipeline readiness and future talent continuity. • Onboarding Facilitation: Delivered engaging bi-weekly HR onboarding sessions to new employees, reinforcing company culture and HR processes. • Team Development: Supported HR Administrators by sharing expertise, particularly in handling employee relations cases, to build team capability and confidence. • HR Transformation: Contributed to the successful implementation of a shared service model in the Leeds office, improving operational efficiency and service delivery.