HR Project & Transformation Coordinator/ CHRO Executive Partner (m/w/d)

Overview:

This is a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact hybrid role at a pivotal time for our company. Following a Private Equity acquisition, we are embarking on a major transformation of our business and HR function. Reporting directly to the CHRO, you will combine two critical responsibilities:

1. Leading HR transformation projects in close collaboration with the company’s global Transformation Office, ensuring HR initiatives are well-structured, tracked, and delivered successfully.
2. Partnering with and supporting the CHRO, providing executive-level coordination, planning, and organizational support.
   
   

You will play a central role in shaping HR’s transformation agenda and enabling the success of projects such as a new Target Operating Model, performance management redesign, and modernized compensation & reward systems. At the same time, you will ensure the CHRO’s office runs smoothly, acting as a trusted partner and go-to person for both the global HR team and senior business leaders.

If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, this is it: the pace is fast, the challenges are complex, and your contributions will have direct impact. You’ll be part of a small, global HR team (primarily in the US and Germany) and work at the intersection of strategy and operations in an international, high-growth environment.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

HR Projects & Transformation

• Act as HR’s Project Management Office (PMO) lead, structuring and managing major HR transformation initiatives (e.g., implementation of a new Target Operating Model, performance management redesign, compensation & rewards frameworks).
• Work closely with the company’s global Transformation Office to ensure alignment and governance of HR-related projects.
• Apply project management tools and methodologies to track progress, manage risks, and drive delivery.
• Support HR and business leaders in adopting new processes, ensuring strong stakeholder engagement and change readiness.
• Contribute to change management activities (e.g., communication plans, workshops, training sessions).

CHRO Executive Partner

• Provide high-level executive support to the CHRO, including calendar and travel management, meeting preparation, and follow-up.
• Act as the first point of contact for the global HR team (mainly US and Germany) and wider business stakeholders.
• Coordinate HR leadership team meetings and ensure smooth communication and information flow.
• Anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and be the “go-to person” for the CHRO on all organizational and administrative matters.

Experience: 

• Several years of professional experience in project management, HR transformation, or consulting (ideally with exposure to Private Equity environments).
• Proven track record in managing cross-functional and global projects.
• Solid knowledge of project management tools and methodologies (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Smartsheet, or similar).
• Experience in working in international organizations with multiple time zones and stakeholders.
• Previous executive assistant or chief-of-staff type responsibilities supporting senior leaders.
  
  

Competencies: 

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills – highly structured and detail-oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to build trust and credibility with leaders across functions.
• Change management expertise – ideally holding a certification such as Prosci Change Management Practitioner or equivalent.
• Self-starter with high energy and the ability to navigate ambiguity and competing priorities.
• Culturally savvy, adaptable, and comfortable working in global settings.