Job Description
The role holder can be located in commuting distance from any of our offices in Germany
Are you interested in developing your HRBP excellence in an open, collaborative, and empowering environment? Would you like to work proactively on projects that create a sustainable future not only for our customers, but also for our employees? Are you a curious and open-minded person?
If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our HR Business Partner team as our new Senior HR Business Partner (m/f/d) and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.
We are looking for a maternity cover who can join us as of May 1st, 2026, for app. 12 months.
Your new role
As a Senior HR Business Partner, you will become part of our HR community. With your knowledge and experience for the right support for the growth of our company, you will help us to significantly invest in our employees, constantly improve the level of HR Business partnering impact and become the most attractive employer in our industry with a strong culture, innovation and bright minds.
Your key responsibilities will be:
* You will be a sparring partner for directors/senior directors and form an integral part of their management teams and operate on selected strategic HR priorities.
* You will support both the Market HR Director and the geography Head of HR delivering on the people plans in both directions.
* Build trust and establish a close professional relationship with people managers, Act proactively as a consultant for managers in all HR matters
* You will proactively identify business challenges and translate these needs into actions in your own remit and share these with the wider HR community where it seems most relevant and adds value for the wider collaboration.
* Take responsibility for the execution of our annual HR cycle with a focus on the business strategic impacting value
* Represent the needs and requirements of your business area(s); actively support them and guide them towards growth.
* Participation in acquisition projects and post-merger integration, if required.
* Work in a matrix structure and move confidently between multiple stakeholders.
* Conduct data and situation analysis and develop a proactive improvement and solution approach from HR to business.
* Ongoing collaboration with People Advisory team, Talent Acquisition team and all other relevant HR or non-HR support functions.
About you
* A relevant master's degree and background
* Several years of experience from different HR roles and at least 2 years of experience from a similar HRBP role from preferably a larger complex knowledge-intensive company
* A structured working style and ability to keep an overview and prioritise in a busy and demanding working environment
* Work proactively with high energy and can effectively handle many tasks and deliveries in a complex business environment
* A good sense of humour and can work both independently and in teams
* Strong communication skills and good at building relationships with great impact both in relation to people and organisational changes
* Demonstrated business integrity, deep HR insights, cognitive empathy and business acumen
* Ability to build/maintain constructive professional relationships with your internal customers
* Fluent in German and English - verbally and in writing
What we can offer you
* Commitment to your development
* Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles
* A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
* Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
* The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
* Flexible working hours and locations
* Hybrid working: 2-3 days of mobile working per week
* Permanent employment, with part-time possibilities
* An extensively subsidised 'Germany ticket'
* Contribution to company pension scheme and occupational disability insurance
Ready to join us?
Please submit your application with your up-to-date CV. Please also upload any available reference letters (or if you have worked outside of Germany and do not have reference letters, contact information of referees) from your previous employments and the certificate of your highest education. This will help to facilitate a smooth and quick process in case you are offered the position. If these documents are not uploaded, it might delay the process.
“We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll’s supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.”
Deadline: 17.04.2026
Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll
Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll employs more than 18,000 people globally across 35 countries. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, Management Consulting, and Architecture & Landscape. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we help shape the societies of tomorrow.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at job.advert.accessibility@ramboll.com with such requests.
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