Senior Manager HR Nordics

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing HR team, fostering collaboration and sharing best practices across the cluster. Drive and implement local and cross-country HR initiatives, supporting transformation, growth, and business development. Oversee efficient, aligned, and lean HR processes, maintaining close support to business needs. Manage labor relations, unions, and works councils, ensuring legal and social compliance with Nordic employment laws and company standards. Coordinate recruitment, talent pipeline development, and succession planning for key roles, adapting approaches to local market conditions. Foster a culture of empowerment, inclusion, and high performance, promoting ongoing workforce development and employee engagement. Advise and support business leaders and employees on HR matters, including employee relations, policies, and strategic HR projects. Collaborate with country leaders and the European Regional Rewards Lead to ensure competitive and aligned compensation and benefits. Lead change management and stakeholder engagement for new initiatives, ensuring successful adoption across the cluster. Oversee staff administration and support annual HR budgeting for the Nordic countries. Report to VP Regional HR Europe and participate in the European Regional HR Leadership Team We bring A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected - regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity An eagerness to be one team where we learn from each other to bring progress to life, create a better future and have fun together whilst delivering to our best capabilities You bring Master's or Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in HR, Business Administration, Law, Social Sciences, plus professional HR training. 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, including strategic partnership in international settings, ideally with a proven record of success in a manufacturing environment. Strategic and analytical mindset with outstanding stakeholder management, communication, influencing, and change management skills at all levels. Deep understanding of employer practices, labor laws, and legal/social compliance requirements in the Nordic region. Organizational and cultural awareness/sensitivity, with proven ability to operate effectively in the Nordics. Fluency in English is required, along with full proficiency in Danish—or alternatively, Norwegian. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with leadership teams and negotiate with unions. Ownership, accountability, and initiative in decision-making, aligned with company values. Commitment to teamwork, inclusivity, and fostering a unified, cross-country team dynamic. Curiosity, creativity, and a drive for innovation and positive change in a multicultural environment. Our recruitment process Please, apply by submitting your Cv in English.