Act as a proactive advisor and business partner to managers and employees on all HR-related operational topics within your area of responsibility Build and maintain trusted relationships with the works council, colleagues, and Centers of Expertise (CoEs) within the global HR community. Lead and support international HR projects (e.g., project Elevate, process optimization, transformation, and synergy initiatives), contributing to the implementation of strategic HR topics. Collaborate on cross-functional and project-related tasks, considering global and local business needs. Support global HR processes (e.g., performance management, talent reviews), and contribute to the rollout of new HR tools and initiatives. Provide guidance on compensation matters, including job classifications, reclassifications, and salary adjustments. Manage individual personnel cases such as onboarding, offboarding, transfers, and mobility assignments. Coordinate and implement personnel appraisals, organizational changes, and workforce adjustments.