Interim Head of HR Country Services Germany, Austria

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good - protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day._
- And we need people like you to make it happen._

**_ We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of - for food, people and the planet._**

**Job Summary**:
Tetra Pak is looking for an **Interim Head of HR Country Services for Germany and Austria** on a 13-month fixed-term contract from mid August 2025 whilst the current incumbent will be on sabbatical leave. The position reports to the HR Country Services Leader - Europe.

As the Acting Head of Country Services for Germany and Austria, you will drive excellence in the delivery of HR services in these countries, provide strong leadership for ongoing projects and manage a team of HR representatives and Health & Safety Officers. You will work in a highly matrixed, professional and fast-paced environment.

You will be responsible for collective and individual labour relations, government liaison, local policies, local reward strategy, reporting and compliance, supporting all organisations based in Germany and Austria (about 800 employees). You will work closely with business leaders, Work Councils and different stakeholders, especially the HR Service Centre delivering core HR services.

The position may be based in **Hochheim (preferred), or Limburg, Glinde (Hamburg) or Munich in Germany**. Tetra Pak offers flexible (hybrid) work and both domestic and international travel may be required (up to 15%).

**What you will do**:

- Driving labour relations strategy in the countries and managing relations with Works Council to secure regular agreements, effective grievances handling and facilitating annual salary negotiations (in cooperation with the global and regional rewards drivers).
- Setting the local reward strategy and enabling its delivery (advise clients regarding the reward process, work with the HR Service Center to recommend pay increases for the countries and drive ongoing reward projects).
- Acting as a link between employees and managers in case of conflicts and recommending corrective actions
- Leading the HR Country Committee, advising the Managing Director and the leadership team on all employment matters
- If needed, managing labour law related issues and government audits. Interacting with internal and external lawyers and representing the company in court.
- Managing government relations and reporting: monitoring changes in country regulations and ensuring compliance; being the main contact with local country government authorities, such as social security, Labour Office and others.
- Implementing and governing applicable local country policies. Proposing and driving a modification of employee's handbooks.
- Supporting HR Business Partners in driving Employee Engagement actions for local country policies / facilities specific issues.
- Guaranteeing legal compliance of the recruitment process in the country, and legal compliance in collaboration with the HR Service Center.
- Managing the termination process.
- Managing compliance and enforcement of local privacy laws and of Group Policies and Procedures regarding the processing of employee personal data in collaboration with the local management team and the relevant Support Functions.
- Ensuring compliance with the relevant legislation related to Occupation, Health and Safety.
- Supervising HR Representatives and the OHS Officers in the geography.

**We believe you have**:
Furthermore, you have a high level of integrity and autonomy. You are willing to take the lead, prioritise and plan competing demands. You excel at delivering tangible results despite a high level of ambiguity. Your communication skills are strong, and you are comfortable working across functions and levels. Also, you are experienced in and comfortable with handling tough discussions on both individual and organisational levels.

You are fluent in English and German, both written and spoken.

**We Offer You**
- A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
- A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
- An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
- Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

This job posting expires on** June 26.**
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide._