HR Manager Nordics

Lead people, leadership and culture across the Nordics

Based at the Nordic headquarters in Southwest Jutland, you will take overall responsibility for the People/HR function across the four Nordic countries. You will lead an experienced HR team and become a key partner to the Nordic Management Team and senior leaders. The role combines strategic HR leadership with a visible, present and hands-on approach to the organisation.

Lead the Nordic HR organisation and strengthen leadership across the business
Working in partnership with the HR Director for the region, you will set direction for the Nordic HR agenda and ensure that business priorities are translated into relevant people initiatives. A central part of the role is to lead, develop and support the Nordic HR team, creating clear priorities, strong collaboration and a high level of accountability.

You will also work closely with senior leaders on organisational effectiveness, leadership development, talent, performance, employee engagement and workforce planning. Strong stakeholder management is essential, as you will operate across countries, functions, and cultures, and collaborate closely with regional HR colleagues.

You will have overall responsibility for effective and compliant HR operations across the Nordic countries, including employment frameworks, policies and payroll governance. You are not expected to be a payroll specialist, as experienced specialists are already in place, but you will ensure strong governance, quality and collaboration with Finance.

Success in the role will be reflected in a strong and well-functioning Nordic HR organisation, trusted and value-adding HR partnering, stronger leadership capability and effective people processes that support continued business growth without losing the strengths of the local culture. 

A visible HR leader with strong business understanding and stakeholder skills
You bring solid experience from a broad senior HR role, such as HR Manager, Head of HR or Senior HR Business Partner, combining strategic partnering with operational responsibility. You have proven people leadership experience and are comfortable acting as a trusted advisor to senior management.

Experience from a commercially driven, multi-site or international organisation will be relevant, as will experience working across countries and within a matrix structure. Experience with payroll governance is beneficial, while hands-on payroll expertise is not required. 

As a person, you are visible, approachable and pragmatic. You build credibility through presence, strong relationships and sound judgement, and you know when to listen, when to challenge and when to act. You balance strategic thinking with practical execution and thrive in a fast-paced, international environment.

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If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Senior Research Consultant Marianne Fink Stidsen on +45 2931 2465.

Please note, that we only need your CV if you want to apply. Your approach is handled with confidentiality.

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