Human Resources Project Manager

About the CompanyOur client is an international chemistry company -following a Private Equity acquisition, the company is entering a period of significant transformation , which makes it very interesting/ challenging.About the Role "HR Project & Transformation Coordinator & Chief of Staff"Reporting directly to the CHRO, you will take on a role with two core dimensions:Driving and structuring HR transformation initiatives in partnership with the company’s global Transformation OfficeServing as Chief of Staff to the CHRO, acting as a trusted representative, advisor, and operational right handIn addition to strong project management and stakeholder capabilities, this role requires exceptional analytical strength. You will work extensively with HR data, KPIs, compensation and salary structures, dashboards, and financial metrics. Advanced Excel skills, comfort with large datasets, and the ability to translate numbers into insights are essential.Equally important is the ability to create high-quality presentations in PowerPoint, turning complex ideas into clear, compelling slides for the CHRO, executive leadership, and Board discussions. You will play a central role in shaping HR’s transformation agenda — from process and system redesign, performance management enhancements, and compensation modernization — while ensuring the CHRO’s office operates with precision, clarity, and impact.This position requires someone polished, emotionally intelligent, discreet, and relationship-oriented — someone who can represent the CHRO with maturity and credibility in senior forums.ResponsibilitiesServe as HR’s Project Management Office (PMO) lead, structuring and managing major HR transformation initiatives (e.g., HR process and system redesign, performance management upgrade, compensation & rewards frameworks)Work closely with the company’s global Transformation Office to ensure alignment, disciplined governance, and effective executionApply project management methodologies to track progress, manage risks, resolve issues, and drive timely deliveryAnalyze HR and business data, develop KPIs, and support decisions with clear metrics and insightsBuild dashboards, models, and tracking tools in Excel to support HR decision-making and ongoing transformation initiativesSupport HR and business leaders in adopting new processes, ensuring stakeholder engagement and change readinessContribute to change management activities (communications, workshops, training sessions)Provide high-level executive support to the CHRO, including calendar management, meeting preparation, briefing materials, and follow-upAct as the first point of contact for the global HR team and broader business stakeholdersCoordinate HR leadership meetings and ensure consistent communication and information flow across the global HR functionPrepare high-quality PowerPoint presentations for executive and board-level discussions—translating complex topics, analyses, and ideas into clear, compelling narrativesSupport HR budgeting, salary planning, compensation analytics, and headcount reporting through strong analytical skillsAnticipate needs, proactively solve problems, and act as the CHRO’s go-to person on all organizational and operational mattersRepresent the CHRO with sound judgment, discretion, and professionalismQualificationsSeveral years of professional experience in project management, HR transformation, consulting, strategy, or analytics, ideally in Private Equity-backed or rapidly changing environments (consulting background)Proven track record managing global, cross-functional projects with analytical complexityAdvanced Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas, data manipulation, modeling, dashboards)Strong experience working with KPIs, HR metrics, compensation/financial data, and translating numerical insights into business recommendationsHigh proficiency in PowerPoint, with the ability to create executive-ready presentations that simplify complexity and tell a clear storyExperience working with international teams across multiple time zones and stakeholder groupsExcellent English language skills (written and spoken) are required; German language skills are highly desiredPrior experience supporting senior executives (e.g., Chief of Staff, EA to C-suite, business partner) is a plusRequired SkillsExceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities; comfortable with data, numbers, and structuring quantitative insightsHighly organized and detail-oriented, with strong ability to manage multiple prioritiesExcellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to build trust with senior leaders across functionsChange management expertiseStrong sense of ownership, proactive mindset, and ability to navigate ambiguityHigh level of integrity, discretion, and professionalismCulturally savvy and able to work effectively in a global environment