Sr. HR Business Partner (m/f/d)

Fluence is the leading global energy storage technology and services company, created and backed by Siemens and AES, two industry powerhouses and pioneers in energy storage. Fluence unites the scale, experience, breadth, and financial backing of the two most experienced icons in energy storage.

Our mission is to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. Energy storage is critical to this transformation, yet today the market is fragmented and customers face the challenge of finding a trusted technology partner amidst conflicting technical claims, inexperienced vendors and installers, and new market entrants with limited power sector knowledge.

Fluence brings the proven technology solutions and services that overcome the commercial and regulatory barriers that stand in the way of modernizing our energy networks. We are the partner that can deliver at a global scale with the most experienced and knowledgeable team in the world.

 

·       Deeply understand the business goals of the unit and strategically recommend and implement HR strategy to support the growth and success Fluence EMEA

·       Partner closely with the Talent Acquisition team on recruiting strategy, employer brand and interview process, evaluating and pivoting as necessary to support hiring goals

·       Design and own talent management within business unit, which will include partnering with senior leadership on: career ladders, compensation and levelling, and organizational planning and design

·       Drive Centre of Excellence programs to the business unit, such as succession planning, biannual review process, development opportunities and broader culture initiatives

·       Lead various initiatives to support employee engagement and retention, such as onboarding, employee surveys, exit interviews and team building

·       Monitor and analyze attrition, engagement, and other key HR and recruitment metrics to effectively make recommendations to senior leadership

·       Advise and influences leaders to ensure that core HR processes are HR People Department in developing the relevant programs and processes.

·       Set up a works council in the Netherlands, and manage the relationship going forward.

·       Serve as a subject matter expert on a broad range of ER issues, including performance management, internal investigations, long term absence, disciplinary actions, involuntary terminations, severance, redundancy and consultation processes.

·       Actively involved in our growth strategy and manage all the people elements of a new country entry.

7+ years of Human Resources experience; 3+ years in a start-up or tech environment is preferred

Demonstrated aptitude for learning with the flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and navigating ambiguous situations

Elevated level of comfort collaborating and influencing senior leaders.

Ability to work independently and has a high sense of personal accountability

Strong business and HR acumen, including strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and analysis

Ability to develop clear, actionable steps in support of an overall business strategy.

Capable of handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

Ability to resolve unforeseen event situations in a calm manner.

Self-directed problem solver with ability to produce timely, high-quality deliverables.

Knowledge of and/or experience with employment law in Europe (with strong focus on Netherlands)

Very good communication skills in English; Advance level of Dutch is a nice to have.

The ability to collaborate effectively and courteously with all levels of employees and management while be highly achievement oriented and solution driven.

Organized and detail-oriented with ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of quality, speed, and flexibility for change.

Passion, energy, and dedication to sustainability, health, safety, and operating responsibly.

Sense of humor!