Regional HR Business Partner - Corrugated Solutions Central Europe

Role Summary

The Regional HR Business Partner works closely with the Regional Managing Director and Leadership Team of the Corrugated Solutions CE region to drive business success through people, culture, and organisational excellence.
The region includes several sites across Germany with over 2,000 employees.In addition, the role acts as HR People Partner for Germany, ensuring alignment of HR practices, compliance with labour legislation, and effective collaboration with local HR teams and social partners.

Your mission

Strategic Business Partnership
Partner with the Regional MD to shape and deliver the HR agenda that enables business performance.
Support organisational design, workforce planning, and cultural development across the CE region.
People & Leadership Development
Coach and equip leaders with strong, modern people leadership capabilities.
Drive talent management, succession planning, and development initiatives.
HR Operations & Governance
Lead key HR cycles (performance, talent, engagement, salary planning).
Oversee HR governance and compliance in Germany, ensuring alignment with global policies.
Team Leadership
Functionally lead a network of HR People Partners across CE, ensuring collaboration, capability building, and consistent HR standards.
Partner with HR Centres of Excellence to deploy integrated solutions (TA, Total Rewards, D&I, Analytics, Compliance).
Employee & Social Partner Relations
Build constructive relationships with works councils and unions, ensuring transparent and compliant cooperation.
Manage employee relations topics in a fair, consistent, and legally sound manner.

Your Profile

Master’s degree in HR or related field.
Significant international HR leadership or HRBP experience, within industrial/manufacturing environments
Strong knowledge of German labour law and proven experience working with works councils.
A blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution.
Strong business acumen and ability to influence senior stakeholders.
Proven experience driving organisational change, leadership development, and talent processes.
Excellent communication, coaching, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to thrive in a matrix setup, manage complexity, and work independently.
Willingness to travel approx 30–40%.

Our offer

HR leadership role in a strategic market for Mondi’s Corrugated Solutions business.
Opportunity to shape the HR model across multiple sites, including newly acquired plants.
Dynamic, international working environment committed to innovation and sustainability.
Competitive compensation package and global career development opportunities within a FTSE 100 company.
Benefits:
Flexible working hours
Company car possible
Events for employees
Inhouse doctor
Learning & Development
Meal discounts
Parking
Remote work flexibility
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We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future.

Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.

Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities. Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to the contact person listed above.

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