Germany
Global Human Resources Executive & Advisor with 25+ years of international leadership experience driving enterprise transformation across complex, matrixed, multi-country organizations. Recognized for leading large-scale HR operating model modernization, organizational redesign, and globally integrated talent strategies across industrial and technology environments. I specialize in translating enterprise strategy into scalable, globally aligned HR operating models that strengthen governance, improve workforce decision-making, and enable consistent execution across diverse regulatory frameworks. My work focuses on building data-driven, digitally enabled HR ecosystems, combining workforce analytics, AI-enabled insights, and organizational design to support enterprise transformation, performance optimization, and long-range workforce planning. Known for operating in highly complex, cross-border environments and aligning HR strategy with business transformation, ESG requirements, and executive decision-making.
Independent advisory practice supporting global organizations through enterprise transformation, workforce restructuring, and HR operating model modernization. I partner with executive leadership teams to design and implement scalable HR systems that align organizational structure, workforce strategy, and business performance, particularly in complex, regulated, and multi-country environments. Selected focus areas: Global HR operating model redesign & service delivery transformation Post-merger integration & organizational restructuring Workforce analytics, planning & capability architecture Cross-border compliance, labor relations & governance frameworks HR cost optimization & organizational efficiency programs Executive advisory on transformation execution Sector experience includes: Industrial & advanced manufacturing | Life sciences | Energy & chemicals | Global consumer brands | Higher education & research institutions
Please refer to: https://www.edlingers-consulting.com/
Please refer to: https://www.edlingers-consulting.com/
Led global HR operations transformation across a complex, multi-national governance environment spanning 100+ member countries. Directed end-to-end HR lifecycle modernization, strengthening workforce planning, succession frameworks, and operational governance across a highly decentralized international structure. Managed a cross-functional HR operations team of 25 specialists, ensuring consistency, compliance, and execution across global hire-to-retire processes in a complex institutional environment.
Led enterprise-wide workforce engagement strategy across 350,000+ employees in 180 countries, shaping organizational effectiveness, culture, and performance during major industrial transformation and digitalization initiatives. Partnered with C-suite leadership to embed workforce intelligence, employee listening systems, and people analytics into executive decision-making and corporate reporting frameworks. Built and led a global engagement and HR capability ecosystem spanning 1,000+ HR professionals, 1,400 certified coaches, and 80,000 managers. Integrated continuous feedback and performance systems into enterprise operating models, strengthening alignment between workforce behavior and business outcomes.
Engaged in a strategic consulting role, applying expertise to build and expand the Talent Management and Leadership practice in Central Europe.
Held progressive HR leadership roles across Siemens’ global business units in Europe, Central America and the United States, supporting major transformation, restructuring, and international workforce expansion initiatives. Led global HR systems implementation, organizational design programs, and post-merger integration efforts across industrial, engineering, and technology businesses. Partnered with executive leadership on labor relations, workforce planning, leadership development, and international mobility strategies across multi-country environments.