Strategic Business Partner, Innovation & Technology

Job title: Strategic Business Partner, Innovation & Technology

Company: Hempel


Job description: Do You want to Build a Career with Responsible Impact?Are you passionate about partnering with senior leaders to drive business success? Do you thrive on delivering strategic people initiatives? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as our new Strategic People Partner for Innovation & Technology! At Hempel, we’re a global leader in protective coatings and solutions. With more than 100 years of expertise, we’re dedicated to developing powerful technologies that protect assets, enhance performance, and promote sustainability. Our people are at the heart of everything we do – which is why creating a strong, inclusive, and empowering culture is one of our top priorities.Some of the tasks you will be entrusted withIn this newly established role, you’ll join the senior leadership teams of our global Technology – including Technology, Sustainability and Research & Development – helping shape their organisational priorities and build engaged, high-performing teams.You’ll have full People & Culture (P&C) ownership for these areas and act as a strategic advisor across all people and organisational matters. Reporting to the VP, Business Partnering, you’ll also be part of the P&C Business Partnering leadership team.Key responsibilities include:Identify the need to improve or develop P&C processes/policies based on interactions with the businessOffer perspectives and insights to formulate strategy on all P&C areasLead the implementation of the P&C agenda within own area of responsibilityBe the go-to person in HR-related matters including talent acquisition & management, succession planning, change management initiatives or planning for people development.Support and challenge senior leaders in business discussions and provide feedback to line managers on leadership as well as management decisions and their impact on businessWorkforce planning and implementation to meet business needs from time to time.Oversee that managers act in accordance with the defined policies and principlesLead and develop leaders to create an organization with an inclusive and diverse performance culturePartner with business leaders to be an integral part of their leadership teamEffectively build trust with senior management leaders and establish an open and honest relationship that allows them to function as a trusted advisorCommunicate frequently and align effectively within the matrix as single point of contact to the remaining P&C organisationEffectively balance functional and business priorities, highlighting and address issues when neededStay at the forefront of industry trends and advising senior management on the same.What we expect you to have in your backpack as background and experience7+ years of experience in a strategic HR Business Partner role or similar, ideally in a global matrix organisationA degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related fieldStrong experience in driving change and transformationA natural ability to build trust and credibility with senior leadersFluent English and excellent communication and presentation skillsAnalytical thinking and confidence in using data to support decision-makingWhile experience within HR is an advantage, we also welcome applicants with strong business experience and a genuine passion for people and organisational topics.Global career possibilitiesAt Hempel, we offer a variety of global career possibilities and many cross-functional and cross-cultural working relationships. We strive to create the right conditions for personal and professional development.Join a global company where employees are truly passionate about delivering the best in everything they do. With business in mind and people at heart, we always work together to influence our road ahead. We want you to be part of our growth journey and of a great global family.Sounds like a match?Welcome to apply! Click the ‘Apply for position’ button in the top-right corner and submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system. Final deadline for applications is 28 July 2025. The position will be based in Lyngby, Denmark.Application due 2025-07-28Seniority Level DirectorJob Functions Human Resources, Strategy / PlanningIndustryChemicalsAt Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.

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Location: Kongens Lyngby, Hovedstaden

Job date: Wed, 09 Jul 2025 07:27:13 GMT

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