Experienced HR Leader specialising in HRIS

Primary specialism: HR Information Systems

Markets with deep expertise: Extensive experience in North America (US, Canada), Europe (Germany, UK), and China. Deep knowledge of cultural dynamics, labor laws, HR compliance, and workforce strategies across these markets, with direct experience navigating regional complexities in HR technology, operations, and governance.

Languages: German (native), English (fluent), Spanish (intermediate).

Salary expectations: From USD 230,000 plus package.

Workforce types directly supported: Extensive experience supporting corporate employees, shared services teams, contractors, leadership, and C-suite executives across in-office, remote, and hybrid environments. Strong expertise in managing globally dispersed teams and navigating German works council negotiations, ensuring HR technology and operations align with regional labor regulations and business needs.

Current home country: USA (California).

Mobility: Home country only.

Mobility Considerations: I hold a German passport and a US Green Card. Having lived and worked in Germany, the UK and the US, I bring a deep understanding of global HR operations, compliance, and cross-cultural workforce strategies. My experience working for US, Chinese, and German-headquartered companies gives me a unique ability to navigate international business environments effectively.

Team management: I have led teams of 2 to 10+ direct reports and 20+ virtual, indirect, and project-based teams across regions. Experienced in hiring and managing globally dispersed teams, I have built virtual teams and led multi-regional teams. I thrive in leadership roles but also excel in hands-on execution when needed.

Current/recent employer: Current: USD 13 billion+ revenue, 30,000+ employees. Previous: USD 3 billion+ revenue, 10,000+ employees and USD 8 billion+ revenue, 35,000+ employees. My experience spans scaling HR functions, optimizing technology and leading transformations in high-growth and global environments.

Remits of particular interest: I seek a Senior Director level role in HR technology, operations, and analytics, focusing on HR systems strategy, process automation, people analytics, and global HR operations. I thrive in scaling, transformation and digitalization initiatives and am especially drawn to organizations at the start of their HR tech transformation, where I can build and optimize for long-term success.

Unique expertise: I have broad, end-to-end HR experience across technology, operations, and strategy. I build HR functions from the ground up, drive HR tech transformations, and align systems with business goals. With global experience across US, Chinese, and German companies, I navigate complex, multi-regional HR landscapes, including M&A, governance and change management.

Commerciality: I led an HR tech stack assessment, aligning HCM, Payroll, and Time systems to optimize costs and achieve USD 200,000+ in savings. I built an HR PMO to prioritize strategic investments and avoid unnecessary spending. I improved Workday ROI by redesigning processes and strengthening data integrity. I launched an HR shared services center for 4,000 employees, driving cost savings and efficiency. I rescued a failing Workday implementation, preventing significant sunk costs.

Strengths: I am a strategic problem-solver and builder who thrives in high-pressure, fast-changing environments. I remain calm under stress, challenge assumptions and break down silos to drive collaboration. I develop talent, foster cross-cultural connections and take calculated risks to drive innovation. With a strong focus on measurable impact, I ensure HR technology and operations deliver real business value.

Need to know: I drive results in complex, high-stakes environments by turning struggling projects around and scaling HR technology for growth. I develop talent, challenge assumptions, and take the inconvenient path when it’s the right thing to do. With a global mindset and a balance of strategy and execution, I build and optimize HR operations for long-term success.

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CMTS reference: 57729