Are you ready to shape the future of HR business partnering in a dynamic, international environment?
At KWS Berlin GmbH we are seeking an HR Business Partner North Europe (m/f/d) who will be responsible for KWS business in UK, Scandinavia and Baltics.
In this role - based in the vibrant city of Berlin - you will serve as a strategic advisor and collaborator, leveraging your HR Business Partner expertise to directly influence our local HR landscape.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who is keen on designing, implementing, and evolving the HR business partnering model for KWS. You will champion the workforce development, ensure compliance with local requirements and foster a culture of open communication and continuous learning.
This is a permanent, full-time position.
If you are eager to take the next step in your career and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of HR at KWS, we look forward to connecting with you.
Your tasks:
Strategic Partner: Build strong partnerships with business stakeholders to shape and implement people strategies, ensuring HR initiatives support both local and global business goals
Global HR Alignment Drive the implementation of KWS-wide HR policies, standards, and initiatives while ensuring compliance with local legal requirements. Partner with the business to execute the global HR strategy, translating it into impactful local actions that support organizational objectives
Advisory Role Provide guidance to employees and support as well managers on performance management, personnel cost planning and forecasting, succession planning, career development, training, and conflict resolution
Talent Acquisition and Development Play a critical role in finding, attracting, and nurturing top talent to support the growth of KWS
Cross-functional Collaboration Serve as the interface between the Expert Hubs HR, Global Business Operation HR, and the business to support decision-making processes with relevant information and analysis
Project Involvement Lead or contribute to projects aimed at improving global processes and workflows
Your profile:
Educational BackgroundA strong academic degree in psychology, business administration, labor law, or a comparable field
HR ExpertiseSeveral years of HR experience in a globally operating company, with solid knowledge in talent management, performance management, personnel cost planning, recruitment, and development. Experience supporting businesses or teams in the UK, Scandinavia, and/or the Baltics is considered an asset
Analytical Skills Ability to analyze HR key metrics, derive strategic goals, and advance critical initiatives with an economic mindset
Communication Excellent communication skills that balance diplomacy with assertiveness
IT literacy: User experience in relevant IT systems, including Microsoft Office; SAP knowledge is a plus
Flexibility you don’t mind travelling
Language Skills: excellent command of English; knowledge of local languages is regarded an asset
Our Offer:
A motivated and international team with flat hierarchies, where collaboration is highly valued.
Flexible working hours with the possibility of mobile working (hybrid).
As a family-run company, we live by the values of team spirit, closeness and trust, independence and vision - a culture that is also lived in practice, e.g. through an open and friendly work atmosphere.
According to our slogan "Make Yourself Grow!" we promote individual professional and personal development.
Additional benefits are customized to your location, bringing you perks and support tailored to where you work.
Ready to take the next step with us?
We look forward to your expertise and enthusiasm and to receiving your application online via our online application system SuccessFactors! Please click the “Apply” button which you can find in the online ad.

KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies. With the tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for more than 165 years. We focus on plant breeding and the production and sale of seed for corn, sugar beet, cereals, rapeseed, sunflowers and vegetables. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods. Ca.5,000 employees represent KWS in more than 70 countries.
At KWS we work in an international environment with motivated employees and experienced teams. We want you to contribute your know-how and knowledge, your creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. We will provide you with continuous support for further professional and personal development.
This is how we think and act at KWS. If you share this viewpoint and want to seed the future with us, visit us on: www.kws.com/career.