MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in HR and talent management and organisational design.
• Strong knowledge of German HR practices, incl. payroll, sick leave, contracting.
• Proven experience in implementing scalable HR processes and modernizing traditional HR practices.
• Strong understanding of talent management and talent development principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS tools (e.g., Personio) and other technology platforms (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
• Data-driven approach to HR decision-making and process improvement.
• Excellent German and English language skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a track record of building trust and credibility.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to align HR initiatives with business goals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with leadership development, organizational growth, and change management.
• Experience with Personio, Jira, and Confluence.

ABOUT US

At Arethia, we fuse our long-standing reputation with a continual push for progress. A rapidly expanding player in the flavour industry, Arethia specialises in delivering innovative taste solutions and co-creating products that consumers love. For more than 70 years, Arethia has been known for its close collaboration with customers and the highest quality standards. With over 250 employees spread across Germany, Switzerland, Dubai, and Indonesia, we aim to shape the future of flavours with a culture that values agility, transparency, and talent

Arethia is looking for a forward-thinking and experienced HR Lead to oversee all aspects of HR for our German office and manage our local HR team. Reporting to the global Head of People & Culture, you will work closely with the Managing Director of Germany and department heads to implement effective talent management strategies, develop organizational capabilities, and foster a high-performance culture.
Your focus will be on creating data-driven HR practices, fostering trust and confidentiality, and equipping department heads with the tools and guidance to succeed in organizational design and workforce planning.