Senior HR BP (m/f/div.)

About this role

The Senior HR BP for Audio Division serves as the primary onsite Human Resources partner for the Ovar location as well as general support for other EMEA countries. The Senior HR BP supports leaders and employees across the full employee lifecycle. This role acts as a trusted advisor to managers, coaching and influencing them to deliver consistent, fair, and legally compliant people management practices. The Senior HR BP plays a critical role in talent management, organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and culture—especially during periods of change—while also handling day-to-day HR needs and partnering with HR Operations on annual core HR processes.

Business & Manager Partnership Serve as a strategic HR partner to leaders and managers, providing guidance on performance management, employee relations, and people decisions. Coach and influence managers on best practices for performance concerns, corrective action, and development conversations to ensure consistency, fairness, and legal compliance. Partner with leaders on talent reviews, including 9-box assessments, succession planning, and individual development plans.

Support organizational design discussions, role clarity, and team structure as the business evolves. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning Partner with hiring managers to assess hiring needs and workforce plans. Collaborate closely with the Talent Acquisition team to ensure timely, high-quality hiring outcomes. Culture, Change & Engagement Act as a culture steward during company transition, helping leaders and employees navigate change effectively.

Lead and support employee engagement initiatives, including surveys, action planning, and follow-through. Partner with leaders to reinforce company values and desired behaviors across the organization. Manager Enablement & Training Identify skill gaps and development needs for managers and either deliver training or connect leaders to appropriate tools and resources. Equip managers to be effective people leaders through coaching, education, and practical guidance.

Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations. Partner with managers to address employee relations issues and mitigate risk appropriately. Maintain accurate documentation and ensure HR practices align with company policies and legal requirements. Core HR Processes Partner with internal consultant teams and HR Operations to implement annual HR processes such as performance reviews, salary planning, and related communications.