EU remote
People Advisor
About this role
The Role Based in Frankfurt, the People Advisor is a pivotal member of the People team, serving as a coach for People Coordinators and a key collaborator with People Partners to drive talent strategy across multiple Teneo Business Units. With a strong understanding of local employment legislation and company policies, the People Advisor provides guidance on performance and employment relations (ER) matters and plays a crucial role in HR initiatives.
What we are looking for: We’re looking for an experienced People Advisor based in Frankfurt , with travel to Berlin approximately once a quarter and 3 days per week in the office . Be native or business/fluent in German and English . Have at least 2 years’ experience already operating in a People Advisor or equivalent role . Ideally come from professional services , or have experience in a similarly demanding environment such as consulting, banking, or strategic communications - experience supporting different business lines would be particularly valuable.
Have strong, practical knowledge of German employment law and HR processes , including areas such as employment requirements, performance management and employee relations. Have the gravitas and confidence to hold their own with senior stakeholders , with strong judgement, common sense and excellent attention to detail. Be calm under pressure, pragmatic and not easily flustered , with a strong benchmark for what excellent People support looks like.
Core Responsibilities Advise employees and managers on HR policies and processes, integrating legislative knowledge and general best practice. Collaborate with People Partners on cyclical initiatives such as goal setting, performance reviews, and compensation planning. Manage timelines, assist with communications, oversee completion rates, and recommend actions to ensure smooth delivery. Manage upward to People Partners regarding these initiatives, ensuring the People Partner is focused on providing strategic input and supported with practical delivery.
Support People Partners with strategic initiatives, such as those related to engagement and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Manage specific projects in these areas and partner with Centres of Excellence to execute. Manage ER cases from start to finish, partnering with the internal ER team to ensure compliance with legislation and internal policies. Provide meaningful analytics to drive business improvement and seek opportunities to improve our people analytics offering.