Medical HR Business Partner
We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support the growth of our dynamic medical department and help manage the people strategy across diverse geographies. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about shaping talent in a rapidly growing, global business environment.
Job description
As an HR Business Partner for the medical unit, you will play a crucial role in supporting and advising the management team and line managers as the business unit scales. This role will involve working closely with senior leaders to align people strategies with business objectives, fostering talent development, and ensuring the HR function supports the fast-paced growth of the unit. You will help build and nurture a high-performance culture while advising on all aspects of human resources, from talent acquisition to performance management and organizational development.
What you will do
- Advise and coach the management team and line managers within the medical unit on HR-related matters, such as performance management, career development, employee engagement, coaching, and disciplinary actions
- Collaborate with the vice president of the medical unit and senior leaders to prepare for and participate in management meetings, addressing HR topics such as hiring, talent development, coaching, and succession planning
- Manage and provide leadership to the HR business partners in the countries where the medical unit operates, ensure HR strategy alignment across regions, and foster a collaborative and cohesive team globally
- Actively drive organizational design and workforce planning initiatives to align with the medical unit's strategic goals, lead change management efforts to ensure smooth transitions, and provide support to the business throughout the process
- Work closely with leadership to define talent needs and create strategies for recruitment, onboarding, and retention in alignment with the unit’s growth plans; support the design and execution of training and development programs
- Partner with the global HR expert teams (talent acquisition, reward, talent management) to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement HR solutions that support the unit’s expansion
Your profile
- Master’s degree, ideally in business studies, psychology, or a related field
- At least 5 years of experience as an HR business partner or in a similar HR role, ideally within a rapidly growing, innovative technology or medical company
- Experience working in both office and production environments, supporting both white-collar and blue-collar employees
- Strong organizational and team-oriented skills, with the ability to drive initiatives across multiple teams
- Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
- Strong business acumen and ability to understand and anticipate business needs
- A forward-thinking mindset, with the ability to contribute to long-term planning and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
- Proven ability to navigate complex environments and adapt strategies to changing business conditions
- Experience managing and leading teams of HR professionals across multiple regions
- Fluent in English and Dutch, both written and spoken
What we offer
Healthy life-work balance
When creating a better and healthier world, a good place to start is with yourself. That's why we encourage our employees to prioritize their overall well-being, fostering physical fitness, mental resilience, and social connections through a range of workshops, sports activities, and other events and initiatives that contribute to a balanced and fulfilling work-life harmony.
Hybrid working & flexibility
At Materialise, we value the power of in-person connections and the advantages of remote work, allowing our employees the flexibility to enjoy the best of both worlds. You can work remotely up to 60% of the time and work flexible hours, depending on your particular role.
Personal growth and career advancement
At Materialise, we’re committed to nurturing the professional development of our employees. We invest in our passionate people and empower them to explore and grow by offering diverse career paths that capitalize on their talents. Plus, we offer courses, external coaching programs, and in-house mentoring so that our employees can fulfill their potential.
Team building
We cultivate a positive work culture so our employees have an enjoyable professional environment. Collaboration is key, so we organize activities that unite our employees, such as after-work events and team lunches. We want all our staff to feel connected in an environment that promotes strong bonds based on trust, respect, empathy, and friendship.
Innovation is key
Innovation is not just a buzzword at Materialise; it's at the core of what we do. As pioneers in our industry, we create cutting-edge solutions, fostering an environment that supports and rewards ingenuity and leadership. We’re dedicated to shaping the future of 3D printing, recognizing and celebrating the creative spirit within all our global innovators.
Healthy life-work balance
When creating a better and healthier world, a good place to start is with yourself. That's why we encourage our employees to prioritize their overall well-being, fostering physical fitness, mental resilience, and social connections through a range of workshops, sports activities, and other events and initiatives that contribute to a balanced and fulfilling work-life harmony.
Hybrid working & flexibility
At Materialise, we value the power of in-person connections and the advantages of remote work, allowing our employees the flexibility to enjoy the best of both worlds. You can work remotely up to 60% of the time and work flexible hours, depending on your particular role.
Personal growth and career advancement
At Materialise, we’re committed to nurturing the professional development of our employees. We invest in our passionate people and empower them to explore and grow by offering diverse career paths that capitalize on their talents. Plus, we offer courses, external coaching programs, and in-house mentoring so that our employees can fulfill their potential.
Team building
We cultivate a positive work culture so our employees have an enjoyable professional environment. Collaboration is key, so we organize activities that unite our employees, such as after-work events and team lunches. We want all our staff to feel connected in an environment that promotes strong bonds based on trust, respect, empathy, and friendship.
Innovation is key
Innovation is not just a buzzword at Materialise; it's at the core of what we do. As pioneers in our industry, we create cutting-edge solutions, fostering an environment that supports and rewards ingenuity and leadership. We’re dedicated to shaping the future of 3D printing, recognizing and celebrating the creative spirit within all our global innovators.
Location and type of contract
- Leuven, Belgium
- Full-time
- Hybrid
- Mid-senior level
- CV in English
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Working at Materialise
Materialise is a dynamic, international high-tech company, founded in 1990 and headquartered in Belgium, with over 2,300 employees worldwide. Materialise’s mission is to innovate for a better and healthier world through its software and hardware infrastructure and in-depth knowledge of additive manufacturing (also known as 3D printing). Our customers are in diverse industries, such as automotive, aerospace, medical, research, and academia.
As a growing company, Materialise is always looking for enthusiastic professionals who want to work in an environment full of revolutionary technology and surrounded by people passionate about their work.