Job Description

HR Business Partner

Location

Eindhoven, Netherlands

Contract Period

ASAP – 31 December 2026

Hours

36 hours per week

Education Required

Completed HBO or WO education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Experience Required

Minimum 5 years of relevant HR experience

We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support organizational and strategic HR initiatives within a dynamic public-sector environment. The role focuses on partnering with management teams on leadership development, workforce planning, organizational development, talent management, and change initiatives.

The successful candidate will act as a tactical and strategic HR advisor across multiple departments, contributing to long-term organizational growth while supporting operational HR priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Partnership

• Act as a strategic and tactical HR sparring partner for management teams
• Align departmental annual plans with HR objectives and long-term workforce strategies
• Support organizational development and leadership initiatives across assigned sectors

HR Operations & Advisory

• Organize, coordinate, and optimize HR processes and initiatives within the assigned sectors
• Collaborate closely with HR colleagues, advisory teams, and HR specialists
• Provide clear, solution-oriented HR advice to managers and stakeholders

Change Management & Projects

• Lead HR projects and organizational change initiatives
• Support themes such as:
  • Performance management
  • Workforce planning
  • Leadership development
  • Inclusivity and diversity
  • Team effectiveness
• Guide managers through leadership and behavioral change processes

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with HR Policy Advisors on the implementation of HR policies and tools
• Partner with management teams to support organizational growth and transformation
• Contribute actively as a member of sector management teams

HR Theme Ownership

• Act as theme owner for key HR topics including absenteeism, workforce planning, and performance management
• Support implementation and adoption of updated HR policies and tools

Required Skills & Experience

• Completed HBO or WO degree in:
  • Strategic HRM
  • Human Resource Studies
  • Business Administration
  • Or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a similar HR Business Partner role
• Experience managing organizational and leadership change processes
• Strong understanding of modern HR trends and methodologies, including lean and agile working
• Experience operating within complex organizational environments

Preferred Competencies

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Analytical and solution-oriented mindset
• Strong influencing and advisory skills
• Organizational sensitivity and empathy
• Entrepreneurial and proactive approach
• Ability to switch effectively between roles such as:
  • Coach
  • Advisor
  • Facilitator
  • Director
  • Sounding board
  • Ambassador

Working Environment

You will work within a large HR department alongside HR Business Partners, HR Advisors, HR Policy Advisors, and HR specialists. The environment is collaborative, informal, and focused on organizational growth, innovation, and sustainable employability.

Additional Information

• CV and cover letter must be submitted in Dutch and in PDF format
• The cover letter should clearly demonstrate the candidate's competencies and suitability for the assignment
• Strong written and spoken Dutch language skills are required