HR Business Partner

**Join a team that is changing millions of lives.** Transforming smiles, changing lives. At Align Technology, we believe a great smile can transform a person’s life, so we create technology that gives people the confidence to take on whatever’s next. We revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system, and we have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation. Our diverse and collaborative teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Ready to join us? **About this opportunity** As the HR Business Partner (M/F/d) for our two R&D entities in Germany you will actively support discussions and transfers best practices from different functions in the German office of Align Technology in Damstad. You will not act as the HR Consultant, but as a partner that shares the responsibility for the goals and targets delivery. This is a hands-on role requiring an individual with a proven track record of working effectively in a dynamic, fast-growing environment. You will work at a superior level with all levels of the organization, from entry-level technicians, administrative staff, executives, Vice President level. This position is very broad, so we are looking for a person who is flexible, enjoy a fast paced, ever-changing business, capable of managing multiple demands and priorities. You should enjoy, appreciate and have a facility for interacting with people from many cultures and diverse backgrounds. **In this role, you will** - Work closely with the business to ensure an effective HR strategy is in place, that support the business goals - Partner with business leaders to provide guidance on all HR related aspects of the business - Conduct Organization Development interventions in partnership with the business leaders - Support the organisation’s Talent Management philosophy by ensuring all employees are aware of the learning & development resources and opportunities provided; work on Talent Reviews and Succession Planning for the region and ensure the right programs are in place to support employee performance & growth - Ensure proactive Performance Management, handling any Employee Relations items that arise, mitigating any legal risks to the organization by ensuring smooth exits where necessary - Provide direction to employees and with regards to Company policy and guideline interpretation and execution of procedures and decisions in accordance with Company policies; ensures the right policies are in place for the regions in the remit of this role - Collaborate closely with Total Rewards team to ensure the EMEA philosophy is effectively applied, while adjusting for local requirements - Ensure the right talent is brought into the business, by working closely with the Talent Acquisition team - Be responsible to maintain the accuracy of HR data for employees, and provide suitable metrics and analytics to the business - Collaborate effectively with the HR Ops group and Global HR team, to communicate the needs of the region and also roll out initiatives - Ensure smooth HR Operations such as designing, planning, and implementing HR programs, policies, and procedures in collaboration with the HR Ops group - Work with the Payroll team to ensure employees are paid in a timely and accurate manner - Develop and maintain written resources such as Handbooks, Guides, Newsletters, Policy Documentation, etc. **In this role, you’ll need ** - Bachelor/master’s degree - 6-10 years of HR experience, including 3+ years of HRBP experience. Preferable in Technology companies and/or supporting technical teams - Excellent knowledge of German Labor Law - Excellent in German and English, Russian is a plus but not mandatory - Team player **Sound like a good fit?** Great Click the "Apply" link to let us know you are interested. Not the right fit? Don’t worry, Align is quickly growing so we are creating more opportunities to expand our Align family. Please consider joining our Talent Network to receive notifications about future jobs or sharing this opportunity with others in your network. **About Align** Align Technology is a publicly traded medical device company that is ** **transforming smiles and changing lives. Our global team of talented employees develop innovative technology, tools and treatment options to help dental professionals worldwide achieve the clinical results they expect. Our digital ecosystem combines the power of technology to create beautiful smiles through the integration of AI and machine learning, digital imaging and visualization, biomechanics and material science to develop the Invisalign system, the most advanced clear aligner system in the world; iTero Intraoral Scanners and OrthoCAD digital services. Did you know? Align is the world’s largest manufacturer of custom 3D-printed materials. By joining Align, you will be part of a global, fast-growing company in one of the most dynamic industries. Great people, innovative technolog