Be yourself at Protolabs
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams. Why Protolabs?We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.
Join our team as a Senior HR Business Partner!
This is a hybrid role based out of Amsterdam, Netherlands.As a Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP), you'll be the driving force behind our team's success and innovation! Serving as a strategic advisor, you'll align HR strategies with our company's big-picture goals, paving the way for exceptional performance and growth. Collaborate with our HR Centers of Excellence—Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Learning & Development, and HRIS—to concoct people solutions that are not only integrated and scalable but also groundbreaking! As the Sr.
HRBP, you'll lead the charge in pioneering workforce planning, nurturing talent, optimizing organizational effectiveness, and sparking employee engagement initiatives. All the while, you'll ensure we stay on top of our game with HR policies and employment laws. Get ready to make a real impact and have some fun along the way!
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with senior leaders to align HR strategies with business goals, providing guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, talent development, and other HR related topics.
- Work closely with HR Centers of Excellence (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, L&D, HRIS) to deliver cohesive and effective people solutions tailored to business needs.
- Lead performance management, succession planning, and leadership development efforts to build a strong talent pipeline.
- Drive initiatives that promote employee engagement, inclusion, and a high-performance culture aligned with company values.
- Guide leaders through organizational change, offering expertise in communication, change management, and team effectiveness.
- Leverage data to inform decisions and ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies.
- Address a wide range of complex problems and assist in the resolution of escalated employee relations issues and mediate disputes.
- Ensure compliance with Human Resources policies, procedures, requirements, and applicable legal regulations.
- Ensure that HR matters are handled effectively, efficiently, consistently and at pace in line with Country specific legal and company requirements
- May lead program and process/procedure reviews, develop, and implement improvements.
- Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department.
- Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures.
- Perform additional tasks assigned.
What It Takes
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- 8+ years’ relevant HR experience
- Advanced knowledge of employment law and HR policies and practices; financial/business acumen
- Ability to think critically and strategically to solve complex organizational challenges and align HR initiatives with long-term business goals.
- Advanced consultation skills in guiding leaders and teams through organizational change, including restructuring, cultural transformation, and process improvement.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Proficient in interpreting HR metrics and workforce data to drive decisions, identify trends, and measure the impact of HR initiatives.
- Ability to lead and manage cross-functional HR projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business priorities.
- Skilled in coaching leaders and managers to enhance their effectiveness, support team development, and build leadership capability.
- Deep understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles, with the ability to foster an inclusive
What's In It For You!
- Part of our journey is clearly down to our amazing team, and we strongly believe in giving people a space to truly, authentically be themselves. We also believe that treating our employees well and sprinkling a great place to work with some nice perks can make work a little sweeter
- Annual company bonus. We celebrate success together! Employees are not only rewarded for their achievements but also for contributing to the overall success of the business
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements! (we try to accommodate where it’s possible, so feel free to ask us more about this)
- Wellness and well-being with access to OpenUp psychologists
- Dog friendly office
- Daily Lunch and snacks are provided in the office; it's a moment for our teams to connect and recharge. Shared meals strengthen our bonds and fuel collaboration.
- We offer great opportunities for learning and development, including access to external educational events & trainings, access to our inhouse LEARN platform with diverse courses, training, and workshops, and various opportunities for you to develop your skills
- Monthly voucher through Alleo with discounts on fitness, food stores, electronics, and more
- Regular team events & socials
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