HR Manager

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an HR Manager in Germany.

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and optimize the HR function in a fast-growing, innovative, and globally distributed organization. You will oversee the full employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to payroll, benefits, training, and offboarding—while ensuring compliance with labor laws and best practices. The role combines hands-on operational responsibilities with strategic initiatives to strengthen culture, engagement, and performance management. You will collaborate closely with leadership and employees to create a high-performing, people-first environment. This is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced settings and enjoys implementing scalable HR systems and processes that grow with the organization.

• Manage day-to-day HR operations across the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and employee relations
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, internal policies, and HR best practices while maintaining accurate employee records
• Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and coordination with finance and external vendors
• Own and optimize HRIS platforms, reporting, and workflow automation for efficiency
• Lead end-to-end recruiting processes, partner with hiring managers on role scoping, interviews, and offers, and support employer branding initiatives
• Develop and implement training programs, performance management cycles, and employee development initiatives
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees, supporting engagement, retention, and company culture initiatives

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in HR, People Operations, or HR Management
• Hands-on experience with payroll, HRIS, recruiting, onboarding, and offboarding processes
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, compliance requirements, and HR best practices
• Proven experience supporting fast-growing companies, preferably in eCommerce, DTC, beauty, or consumer brands
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work in a remote or distributed team environment

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with globally distributed or remote teams
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or similar certification
• Background in DTC, eCommerce, or beauty brands

Benefits:

• Full ownership of HR operations and strategic initiatives in a high-growth environment
• Remote-first flexibility and global collaboration
• Opportunity to shape and scale company culture and employee experience
• Exposure to cross-functional leadership and high-impact decision-making
• Dynamic, fast-paced environment where your contributions are visible and valued
• Supportive team culture focused on innovation, growth, and people