People & Culture Business Partner- Cluster West & Central (Germany)

PEOPLE & CULTURE (HR) BUSINESS PARTNER
Would you like to work in an international environment where you'll make a difference every day? At Permobil, we're looking for game-changers to join us as we innovate for individuals and develop the world's most advanced assistive solutions.
At
Permobil
, the people who use our products come first. Our purpose is to create advanced assistive solutions that make the lives of adults and children living with disabilities more enriching. Our people are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver innovations that improve lives. We are a sustainable and responsible business committed to continuous improvement, and our customers can trust us to provide market-leading solutions driven by insights-based clinical data.

Position Overview
As
People & Culture Business Partner
for
Cluster West & Central
, you will play a vital role within the regional leadership team, shaping the employee experience across Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Switzerland. Acting as a trusted advisor to managers, you'll drive performance, engagement, and development while supporting all aspects of HR – including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, organizational development, change management, and communication. You will also collaborate on global and cross-functional HR initiatives, ensuring our people strategies align with Permobil's purpose and drive our continued growth.

Location
: This is a hybrid role, based in Ratingen (near Dusseldorf), Germany

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to drive business results through people-focused strategies and actions,
• Lead organizational development initiatives, such as succession and development planning, goal setting, and performance management,
• Guide and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, encouraging a culture where employees thrive,
• Implement and drive best-in-class recruiting and talent acquisition practices,
• Facilitate a strong leadership and coaching culture, building high-performing teams,
• Manage and contribute to HR projects and corporate initiatives across the region.

Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent experience,
• Minimum 5 years' experience as an HR Business Partner in an international environment, supporting multiple countries beyond Germany,
• Proven ability to build effective relationships and influence at all levels,
• Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to clearly explain ideas and data implications,
• Fluency in English and German; additional languages are a plus,
• Experience with Agile organizations or leadership is meritorious.

Who Are You
You are an HR professional who isn't afraid to tackle difficult conversations and support others in doing the same. Your approach is grounded in integrity, consistency, and accountability, making you a trusted partner to both managers and employees. With your skills and talent for developing others, you help create an environment where people feel supported, respected, and empowered to navigate challenges and grow.

Why Permobil Is a Great Next Step For You

• You'll make a difference. Every day. Everything we do leads to understanding and improving the lives of our users. Through our evidence-based innovation, we make a difference to people's lives.
• You'll make your mark as part of our future. We collaborate with colleagues across borders to Innovate for Individuals. The impact you make personally could lead to change around the world.
• You'll feel welcome from day one. We're known for being great colleagues, who are collaborative, fun and at the cutting-edge. Everyone in the Permobil family cares as much as you do about making a positive difference.

More information
We are continuously recruiting, so if you are ready to make a significant impact and drive our organization's success, please send your application in English as soon as possible, and no later than
20th of November
.

For information about the recruitment process, please get in touch with Zivile Mitkute, Talent Acquisition Partner, at (in English)

For information about the role, please reach out to Maria Myrén, Vice President People & Culture, at (in English)

Please respect that we do not wish recruitment assistance or advertising, we decline calls from recruitment and advertising providers.
More About Permobil
Permobil founder Dr. Per Uddén believed that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, Permobil has held fast to that belief. Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users' needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs.

Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 2 000 team members in 18 countries around the world. For more information regarding the company's storied history and complete product line, visit