HR Business Partner

Job Summary:

RouteVision Nederland B.V. is a Dutch software company based in Rotterdam. For over 23 years, RouteVision has grown into a strong and reliable software organisation with activities across the Benelux and Europe. From our headquarters in Rotterdam, we operate independently, with the agility and personal approach of a compact Dutch organisation. At the same time, we are part of an international software group, providing access to global expertise, modern tools and inspiring international colleagues.

This unique setup offers stability, growth and extensive development opportunities. You experience the best of both worlds: short communication lines, a warm Dutch company culture and strong execution power, combined with the knowledge, tooling and career opportunities of a large international organisation.

Job Description:

Strategic HR Business Partner

Play a key role in strengthening leadership, culture and collaboration

24–32 hours · Rotterdam (Netherlands)

Purpose of the role

RouteVision is entering a new phase of professionalisation and growth. As a strategic HR Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and owning the HR agenda and supporting the leadership team to build a strong, future ready organisation.

 

This is a strategic and hands on role, partnering closely with the Management Team to strengthen leadership capability, organisational effectiveness, culture, and engagement - while ensuring a robust and compliant HR foundation.

 

You will act as a trusted advisor and coach to leaders, translating business priorities into clear people strategies and initiatives that enable sustainable performance and growth. You will also be part of a wider international HR community, providing access to shared expertise, collaboration and development.

 

Key responsibilities

People Strategy and Business Partnership

 

• Lead and implement the people strategy for RouteVision, aligned with business priorities and group direction

• Act as a strategic sparring partner to the Management Team on workforce planning, organisational development, performance and talent topics

• Provide HR / People data, analysis and insights to support leadership decision making and business performance

 

Leadership, Talent and Capability

 

• Strengthen leadership capability through coaching, feedback and targeted development initiatives

• Guide talent attraction, onboarding, development and retention to ensure a strong employee experience

• Support succession planning and long-term capability building

• Support leaders in embedding a coaching mindset and clear accountability for performance

 

Culture, Engagement and Wellbeing

 

• Support and champion a strong, values led culture that fosters collaboration, ownership and engagement

• Lead employee engagement initiatives, including surveys, analysis and follow through on actions

• Drive wellbeing and vitality initiatives in partnership with leaders and external providers

 

Organisational Development and Change

 

• Support organisational design and role clarity as the business evolves

• Lead and facilitate change initiatives, workshops and team sessions to embed new ways of working

 

Policy, Compliance and Risk

 

• Ensure compliance with Dutch and EU labour legislation, including the Wet verbetering poortwachter

• Own and coordinate RI&E processes and collaborate with occupational health services

• Maintain and evolve HR policies and employee handbooks for the Netherlands and Belgium

• Proactively identify HR and people related risks and advise on mitigation strategies

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  Operational Excellence and HR Foundations

   

  Ensure smooth delivery of core HR processes, including recruitment support, onboarding, offboarding and absence management

  Oversee personnel administration and payroll changes (payroll outsourced)

  Provide clear, pragmatic HR guidance to employees and managers

   

About You

You are a commercially aware, people centred HR leader who enjoys operating at both strategic and operational levels. You build credibility through sound judgement, strong relationships and a coaching mindset.

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy partnering with leaders and influencing outcomes

• Can balance long-term strategy with practical execution

• Are comfortable operating in a growing, evolving organisation

• Take ownership and bring clarity in complex people matters Lead through trust, empathy and professionalism

What You Bring

• Experience in a Senior HR Partner or HR leadership role

• Strong knowledge of the Dutch Gatekeeper Improvement Act (Wet verbetering poortwachter)

• Experience with organisational development, leadership support and change management

• Ability to use HR data and insights to inform decisions

• Excellent communication skills in English (Dutch highly desirable)

• High emotional intelligence and a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

• A genuinely strategic HR role with visible impact

• Significant autonomy to shape the people agenda

• A collegial and engaged Management Team

• International collaboration, learning and development opportunities

• A warm, pragmatic culture where people and quality matter

Additional Information

• Salary: €5,000 - €5,500 gross per month (based on a 40 hour work week) (€60k - €66k FTE)

• Working hours: 24 - 32 hours per week

• Annual company bonus

• Pension scheme

Interested?

• Are you the HR professional who effortlessly connects strategy and execution?

• And would you like to contribute to the continued growth of a Dutch software company with international reach?

Please submit your CV and motivation letter addressed to Sara Verbeek via the application form or by email at [email protected].

We look forward to meeting you!

 

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings Available:    

1