Head of People Development (m/f/d)

Why should you join?

DocuWare stands for globally distributed, international teams and an open corporate culture that invites you to help shape it. Mobile Work and flexible working hours are part of our everyday life. Would you like to be part of an innovative company whose solutions are digitizing everyday work in a wide range of industries? In that case, we are happy to welcome you to the team.

Your Responsibilities

As Head of People Development (m/f/d) you actively shape the People Development landscape and ensure that our programs deliver measurable value for the company. You lead a motivated team that you develop both professionally and personally, implementing innovative solutions that foster the growth and retention of our talents while strengthening our company culture.

Your responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing the People Development team, encouraging collaboration and the personal growth of each team member.
• Designing and implementing strategies and initiatives for people development that align with our company strategy and current market trends, making a measurable impact on our business success.
• Creating and managing leadership development programs for our managers and executives.
• Developing targeted measures for identifying, nurturing, and retaining talent within the organization.
• Establishing and implementing learning concepts, trainings, and individual development plans for employees, focusing on People Enablement.
• Overseeing the performance management process and promoting a performance-oriented company culture through effective feedback and evaluation mechanisms.
• Embedding People Analytics into ongoing processes, using data to measure and further develop the success and impact of People Development initiatives.
• Building programs for young talents, with a focus on trainees and students, and supporting their development within the company.
• Continuously advancing our People Development landscape together with key stakeholders.

What you need to succeed

• You have a university degree in business, psychology, human resources, or a comparable field.
• You bring several years of experience in People Development, Talent Management, or Learning & Development.
• You have proven leadership experience and have successfully managed teams independently.
• You possess deep expertise in connecting people development strategies with business strategy and embedding them successfully in the organization.
• You are a strong coach and networker, inspiring people at all levels as a convincing communicator.
• You combine strategic thinking with a hands-on mentality.
• You act as a Success Owner: With pronounced proactivity, you drive your topics forward independently and in a goal-oriented manner.
• Analytical skills and confident handling of People Analytics set you apart.
• You have a keen sense for innovations in people development and navigate confidently within an international context.
• You communicate fluently and convincingly in both German and English.

What we can offer

There are many great reasons to join DocuWare - our company culture is only one of them.

As part of the DocuWare team, you will benefit from many advantages:

• Globally distributed, international teams: You will find our teams working in Germering, New York, Sofia or other worldwide locations.
• Flexible work location and hours: You work hybrid - on the road or in our modern office - and you have the flexibility to arrange your own working hours.
• Individual support: After an intensive induction, you will receive regular training tailored to your needs (e.g. conferences internal team building measures).
• Well-earned rest: 35 vacation days per year, sport offerings, massages, a football table and a relaxing lounge area.
• Mental health support: With our employee assistance program you have free and confidential access to resources and support for your well-being and stress management at any time.
• Healthy food: Together we enjoy Fairtrade coffee with organic milk or oat milk, snacks and fresh fruit - all free of charge - as well as subsidized lunch from the Foodji fridge.
• Free Tuesday Lunch: Every Tuesday, enjoy a complimentary and varied lunch.
• Good accessibility: Choose how you would like to come to the office with a leased e-bike, by train or via highways A96/A99 (you can charge your e-car on site for free).
• Team spirit: Regular employee and team events (virtual or on-site) ensure excellent collaboration with colleagues around the world.
• Sustainability and social commitment: DocuWare stands for paperless work and supports volunteer organizations and local sports clubs.
• Planning for your future: DocuWare subsidizes your company pension plan!
• We offer astable job with a well established and growing company.
• Unique benefits: Choose one of three great options (Bonago, E-Gym or subsidized Deutschlandticket) to suit your needs.
• We only use thelatest technologies - find out more on Stackshare.
• Up to 30 Days Work from Abroad: Experience international opportunities and broaden your horizons.
• Family First: Preferential registration in our selected daycare center in Germering (no guarantee).
• Buddy Program: You'll be paired with a buddy, who will support you during your onboarding and offer valuable tips.

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