About Prewave Make a Real DifferenceAt Prewave, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the world. Our innovative AI solutions help businesses identify and predict global supply chain risks. Our aim is to make supply chains more resilient, transparent and sustainable. By doing this we help companies to ensure fair working conditions, eliminate child labour, reduce waste and promote sustainable practices across global supply chains.Trusted by Global Industry LeadersPrewave proudly partners with industry leaders such as BMW, Kärcher, Hilti, PwC, and Porsche. Our supply chain superintelligence helps navigate complex supply chain challenges, ensuring operational integrity and enhancing market leadership. Your mission We’re looking for a Senior HR Business Partner to work closely with our leadership team, help shape people strategies, and ensure our Austrian operations are both compliant and primed for growth. This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys being both a strategic partner and hands-on execution in a fast-paced scale-up environment.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Partner with senior leaders to align people strategies with business goals, optimise structures, and guide organisational change.</li><li>Track and analyse key HR metrics to drive data-informed decisions.</li><li>Act as the subject-matter expert on Austrian labour law and compliance - providing authoritative advice on employment law, collective agreements, and works council matters, ensuring compliance and anticipating regulatory changes.</li><li>Lead on employee relations matters, particularly complex cases - take ownership of sensitive employee relations issues, guiding managers and employees through conflict resolution - and all appropriate next steps.</li><li>Identify talent development needs and drive retention - working with senior leaders to forecast talent needs, support succession planning, and work on targeted development initiatives to strengthen retention and career growth.</li><li>Oversee HR processes from onboarding to offboarding - Supporting HR operations team to ensure lifecycle processes are smooth, compliant, and engaging, using feedback to continuously improve.</li><li>Champion culture, engagement and inclusion - co-lead / lead initiatives that enhance our culture, promote diversity, and improve engagement, backed by measurable outcomes.</li><li>(Nice to have) Lead performance management &amp; contribute to compensation/benefits -  manage performance review cycles and support comp and benefits strategies to keep us competitive.</li></ul> Your profile <ul><li>8+ years of well rounded generalist HR experience.</li><li>Strong understanding of Austrian labour law (experience across EU jurisdictions is a plus)</li><li>Hands-on experience across the full HR lifecycle: strategy, culture, operations and change management.</li><li>Experience building scalable HR processes and frameworks from the ground up.</li><li>Experience working in a scaling fast paced environment, ideally in the SaaS B2B space. </li><li>Proven ability to lead / advise through ambiguity, build structure, and drive results.</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal, coaching and communication skills.</li><li>Fluent in both English and German.</li></ul> What we offer you <ul><li>Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We recognise and reward talent. In line with Austrian law, we are required to state the minimum salary as per the collective agreement. You'll receive minimum EUR 53,802 gross yearly based on collective agreement, the actual compensation being tailored to your qualifications, experience, and the role.</li><li>Inclusive and Supportive Work Environment: Join a dynamic team in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace where all backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued. Your voice is important here.</li><li>Work-Life Balance: Your well-being matters. Enjoy flexible working hours and options for working from home to promote a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.</li></ul>What our employees love:<ul><li>Celebrate Your Birthday: Enjoy an extra vacation day to make your birthday special.</li><li>Office Snacks and Fruits: Stay energised with a variety of snacks and fresh fruits available in the office.</li><li>Engaging Team Events: Join us for cheese tastings, Ping-pong tournaments, company dinners, seasonal celebrations, and more to foster a vibrant team spirit.</li><li>Health and Wellness Initiatives: Participate in team sports through our partnership with Eversports, support your mental well-being with guidance from our workplace psychologist, and benefit from health initiatives such as shiatsu sessions, vaccinations and regular health check-ups to prioritise your physical and mental well-being.</li></ul>

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Senior HR Business Partner

About Prewave Make a Real DifferenceAt Prewave, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the world. Our innovative AI solutions help businesses identify and predict global supply chain risks. Our aim is to make supply chains more resilient, transparent and sustainable. By doing this we help companies to ensure fair working conditions, eliminate child labour, reduce waste and promote sustainable practices across global supply chains.Trusted by Global Industry LeadersPrewave proudly partners with industry leaders such as BMW, Kärcher, Hilti, PwC, and Porsche. Our supply chain superintelligence helps navigate complex supply chain challenges, ensuring operational integrity and enhancing market leadership. Your mission We’re looking for a Senior HR Business Partner&nbsp;to work closely with our leadership team, help shape people strategies, and ensure our Austrian operations are both compliant and primed for growth. This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys being both a strategic partner and hands-on execution in a fast-paced scale-up environment.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Partner with senior leaders to align people strategies with business goals, optimise structures, and guide organisational change.</li><li>Track and analyse key HR metrics to drive data-informed decisions.</li><li>Act as the subject-matter expert on Austrian labour law and compliance - providing authoritative advice on employment law, collective agreements, and works council matters, ensuring compliance and anticipating regulatory changes.</li><li>Lead on employee relations matters, particularly complex cases - take ownership of sensitive employee relations issues, guiding managers and employees through conflict resolution - and all appropriate next steps.</li><li>Identify talent development needs and drive retention - working with senior leaders to forecast talent needs, support succession planning, and work on targeted development initiatives to strengthen retention and career growth.</li><li>Oversee HR processes from onboarding to offboarding - Supporting HR operations team to ensure lifecycle processes are smooth, compliant, and engaging, using feedback to continuously improve.</li><li>Champion culture, engagement and inclusion - co-lead / lead initiatives that enhance our culture, promote diversity, and improve engagement, backed by measurable outcomes.</li><li>(Nice to have) Lead performance management &amp; contribute to compensation/benefits - &nbsp;manage performance review cycles and support comp and benefits strategies to keep us competitive.</li></ul> Your profile <ul><li>8+ years of well rounded generalist HR experience.</li><li>Strong understanding of Austrian labour law (experience across EU jurisdictions is a plus)</li><li>Hands-on experience across the full HR lifecycle: strategy, culture, operations and change management.</li><li>Experience building scalable HR processes and frameworks from the ground up.</li><li>Experience working in a scaling fast paced environment, ideally in the SaaS B2B space.&nbsp;</li><li>Proven ability to lead / advise through ambiguity, build structure, and drive results.</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal, coaching and communication skills.</li><li>Fluent in both English and German.</li></ul> What we offer you <ul><li>Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We recognise and reward talent. In line with Austrian law, we are required to state the minimum salary as per the collective agreement. You'll receive minimum EUR 53,802 gross yearly based on collective agreement, the actual compensation being tailored to your qualifications, experience, and the role.</li><li>Inclusive and Supportive Work Environment: Join a dynamic team in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace where all backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued. Your voice is important here.</li><li>Work-Life Balance: Your well-being matters. Enjoy flexible working hours and options for working from home to promote a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.</li></ul>What our employees love:<ul><li>Celebrate Your Birthday:&nbsp;Enjoy an extra vacation day to make your birthday special.</li><li>Office Snacks and Fruits:&nbsp;Stay energised with a variety of snacks and fresh fruits available in the office.</li><li>Engaging Team Events:&nbsp;Join us for cheese tastings, Ping-pong tournaments, company dinners, seasonal celebrations, and more to foster a vibrant team spirit.</li><li>Health and Wellness Initiatives:&nbsp;Participate in team sports through our partnership with Eversports, support your mental well-being with guidance from our workplace psychologist, and benefit from health initiatives such as shiatsu sessions, vaccinations and regular health check-ups to prioritise your physical and mental well-being.</li></ul>

Senior HR Business Partner

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