Head of HR Northwestern Europe

Join or sign in to find your next jobJoin to apply for the Head of HR Northwestern Europe role at C&AJoin to apply for the Head of HR Northwestern Europe role at C&AGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.The future looks like youWith over 1,300 stores in 17 European countries and more than 25,000 employees, C&A is one of Europe’s leading fashion retailers. Every day, C&A welcomes millions of visitors to its stores in Europe and to its online shop. C&A offers quality and long-lasting fashion at affordable prices for the many. We are building on more than 180 years of experience in the fashion industry and continuously modernize the company to become an omnichannel fashion retailer.The future looks like youWith over 1,300 stores in 17 European countries and more than 25,000 employees, C&A is one of Europe’s leading fashion retailers. Every day, C&A welcomes millions of visitors to its stores in Europe and to its online shop. C&A offers quality and long-lasting fashion at affordable prices for the many. We are building on more than 180 years of experience in the fashion industry and continuously modernize the company to become an omnichannel fashion retailer.At C&A we are driven by our values and we believe that affordable and high-quality fashion is not contradictory to caring for people & the planet, we are always forward thinking and acting to develop our business and innovate the industry. This is your chance to join the C&A team as Head of HR for Northwestern Europe.Your ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will work across C&A’s key markets, the Northwestern region (Germany and Benelux), to embed a performance-driven mindset and foster a culture where leaders and teams can excel. You understand the dynamics of an international organization and thrive in the fast-paced environment of retail. As experienced HR leader, you bring both a strategic view and the ability to hit the ground running, seamlessly switching between big-picture thinking and hands-on execution. Your agility, maturity, and adaptability enable you to navigate complexity, drive results, and ensure performance translates into meaningful business impact.What You BringWe would be keen to speak to those with a blend of the following skills and capabilities:12+ Years of HR experience, including several years in a HR leadership positionExtensive experience working in an international organization, preferably in Germany, The Netherlands or BelgiumAnalytical and strong business acumen: ability to align HR strategies with overall business objectives and translate plans to local marketsSolid knowledge of employment laws and regulations in one or more of the countries in the regionExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levelsStrategic mindset and ability to think critically, but also hands-onAgile, independent and self-reflectiveWilling to make decisions and cost-consciousFluency in English, German and/or Dutch are a plusFlexible and willing to travel frequently. The location for this role is in The Hague in the Netherlands, Boom in Belgium or in Dusseldorf, GermanyWhat We OfferThis is an opportunity for you to join us on a truly exciting transformation journey, where you’ll be able to leave footprints that last and contribute significantly to our vision. As well as knowing that you played a key part in the evolution of one of Europe’s most recognizable retail brands, you will also enjoy:Countless learning and development opportunities via our C&A academyAn employee discount of 20% in C&A stores28-30 days vacationCorporate pension schemeAn exciting job in an international and inspirational working environmentA positive working atmosphere and a talented team with an open feedback cultureC&A fosters equal opportunity for people of all backgrounds and identities. We are led by a gender-balanced board that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization where everyone can become their best self.We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds. 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