Senior People & Culture Manager leading the development of People function at COLORS. Aligning People & Culture initiatives with company strategy and purpose while managing HR operations.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a company-wide People Strategy aligned with our mission, business goals, and organizational structure
Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership and the C-level on all people-related topics
Supervise contract and HR operations, ensuring compliance and consistency across regions
Collaborate with Finance to facilitate payroll across multiple markets (EU/UK/US)
Facilitate all administrative sides of people management
Design and implement clear processes and frameworks for employee development, performance management, and leadership growth
Lead and improve employee engagement efforts, including surveys, feedback loops, and internal communications
Foster and role-model a values-driven, inclusive culture, supporting alignment and collaboration across all teams
Manage and continuously improve the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring a strong candidate experience and structured onboarding/offboarding
Manage the P&C budget and ensure efficient, scalable processes that support sustainable growth.
Requirements
5+ years of progressive experience in People & Culture / HR, including senior or leadership roles
A track record of driving meaningful organizational development, leadership growth, and change initiatives
Solid understanding of employment law, compliance, and international HR operations
A thoughtful and adaptable working style, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and move confidently between big-picture thinking and day-to-day execution
An instinct for navigating complexity - you’re someone who can bring clarity, structure, and forward momentum even in evolving or ambiguous environments
Strong relational skills and a natural ability to connect across teams and levels, fostering collaboration and alignment
A proactive approach to building frameworks and solutions that not only address immediate needs but also scale effectively
Experience managing performance and development cycles, and familiarity with tools like BambooHR, Notion, and Slack
A genuine interest in supporting creative professionals and contributing to an environment where people can do their best work
Fluent German skills (C1 level) to manage administrative and HR-related topics.
Benefits
Wellbeing benefits such as USC or Class Pass subsidy (depending on location)
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