Dentsu International is a modern marketing solutions company. Our mission is to help clients excel in a world of change. Businesses rely on our integrated network of agencies and specialised practices to promote meaningful progress through creative, media, commerce, data, and technology. Part of Dentsu Group, our global network comprises 66,000 diverse people in 143 countries, who are dedicated to teaming for growth and good. Some of our award-winning agencies include 360i, Carat, dentsumcgarrybowen, DEG, dentsuX, iProspect and Merkle. Dentsu is the largest advertising agency in Japan and the fifth largest advertising agency network in the world

You will lead the transformation of the HR function, focusing on the design and deployment of global processes, new ways of working and common HR technology. You will report to the HR Effectiveness Director for EMEA.

1. Transformation & Organisational Effectiveness:

Lead initiatives to guide organizational transformation and enhance overall effectiveness.

Develop and implement strategies to facilitate change management and organizational development.

2. HR Strategy & Planning:

Formulate HR strategies aligned with the our overarching goals.

Work with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with long-term business objectives.

3. HR Service Delivery, Operations and Payroll:

Streamline processes to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.

4. Portfolio, Project & Change Management:

Oversee HR-related portfolios and projects, ensuring successful implementation.

Lead change management initiatives to facilitate smooth transitions.

5. HR Business & Financial Management:

Collaborate with finance teams to manage HR budgets and financial planning.

Provide strategic insights to align HR initiatives with financial goals.

6. Governance, Audits & People Risk Management:

Establish governance structures and support regular audits to ensure HR compliance.

Mitigate people-related risks through risk management strategies.

7. HR Technology Support:

Oversee HR technology platforms, ensuring seamless support and functionality.

Collaborate with IT teams to implement and improve HR technology solutions.

8. HR Process Design & Ownership:

Design and refine HR processes to enhance efficiency.

Take ownership of important HR processes to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Qualifications

4+ years of Programme Management experience

Expert knowledge of Business Transformation (M&A)

Ability in establishing Transformation disciplines

Experience conducting Business Transformation activities following strategic intent

Analyse, interpret and synthesise data to provide high quality data insights, MI and associated deliverables. Posses ability to produce concise reporting

Appreciate the workload of the whole team and collaborate with colleagues to ensure cluster, service line and functional targets are met.

You build Great Relationships:

You're able to build solid relationshipsin a matrixed and diverse team member environment

Other:

German & English language (native or negotiation level)

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Benefits:

• Vacation: You can take 27 days off per year 
• Working model: Flexible working hours through flextime & home office possible, overtime is recorded from minute 1 
• Daily Booster: Every day fresh fruit & coffee with (oat-)milk in our offices
• Social Impact: 2 additional volunteering days to get involved in your favourite project
• Mental health: 3 wellness days on top of your holiday days & Mental Health First Aider programme to promote mental health
• Sustainability: Our offices use renewable energy, so your work with us is Co2-neutral
• Academy: Further training & development opportunities through our network and our in-house Academy
• Learning Allowance: 40 hours per year in addition to statutory educational leave for personal and professional development
• Officedogs: In Hamburg, Augsburg, Munich, Berlin & Düsseldorf, fluffy companions are allowed in the office

Inclusion and Diversity

We're proud to be different and that starts with our people. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone. We won't define people by their race, gender, sexual-orientation, age or disability. Individuality is what makes us great, we want everyone to bring their full self to work and create something amazing. That's what we care about. So, whether you're joining us, or looking to move to a different part of the business, we work hard to make sure we create equal opportunities for everyone.

We are happy to discuss flexible approaches to working for all our roles – we can't promise we can offer you everything you want or need but we do promise to discuss it with you openly and honestly. If you have any reasonable adjustment needs arising from a disability or medical condition to participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our recruitment teams