People Partner - Maternity cover (m/f/d)

ABOUT THE TEAM
The People & Culture Team, based in Vienna, plays a key role in supporting the employee life-cycle across multiple locations and different time zones. This dynamic team is responsible for driving hiring activities, fostering a strong company culture, ensuring employee engagement, supporting development of employees and much more. Our team works collaboratively to create an inclusive, high-performing environment that promotes growth and well-being for all the company team members. ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking candidates who embrace challenges and are eager to make a meaningful impact. To provide support for WDL’s most valuable asset, our people, we are currently looking for an experienced People Partner - Maternity cover (m/f/d) to support the maternity leave of approximately 6-12months, with the possibility of adjustments depending on the returning employee’s circumstances.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain exposure to a variety of People & Culture topics and projects, while contributing to the growth and success of our team. Join us and help foster an exceptional employee experience during this exciting period. THE CHALLENGE

• Collaborate with business leaders to translate their needs into People plans aligned with the business objectives: advise on organizational design, workforce planning and talent strategy
• Manage Employee Relations, People Operations and Policy Implementation: act as an escalation point for employee relation issues, ensuring resolutions respect company policies and practices, adhering at the same time to local regulations
• Developing relationships with the team to improve, execute, and monitor employee engagement and retention strategies
• Monitor workforce metrics, oversee performance management and identify talent to coordinate development programs that ensure succession planning and business continuity
• Working collaboratively with different international stakeholders - based around the world - to build a culture of excellence and innovation in hybrid in-person and virtual environments
• Providing a confidential communication channel between the team and management on personal data and other requirements

YOUR PROFILE
Required:

• 3+ years of previous experience in the People function and responsible for the whole employee lifecycle
• ability to operate in flexible environments and manage a multitude of tasks simultaneously
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and presentation skills
• High level of problem-solving skills, Microsoft Office and overall IT savviness
• Attention to detail as well as structured & analytical way of thinking
• Flexible, tactful, and friendly team player, display of good social skills and high emotional intelligence
• Fluency in English (C1) is essential

Nice-to-have:

• University education in HR management, business administration, or other related areas
• Knowledge of Austrian Labour law
• additional languages (such as German) 
• experience in fast growing and/or international business

OUR OFFER

• The opportunity to make an impact in a well-established big data SaaS scale-up
• Clients who are leading global institutions and companies
• Be part of a diverse team of highly motivated and like-minded individuals (we collaborate with colleagues from all around the world)
• Opportunity to shape your career through personal development plan supported by the growth opportunities
• A collaborative environment with colleagues from all over the world 
• Flexible working time & hybrid work model with office in the center of Vienna (near Schwedenplatz)
• Vienna Transportation ticket
• Team activities

 
While we appreciate the option to work from home, we believe that coming together in person helps us grow stronger, share ideas, and tackle challenges as a team. Also through these connections we become better as individuals and as a company. That’s why we have established a hybrid working model.
 
The minimum monthly salary for this position is starting at € 3,500 gross, overpayment will be considered depending on qualifications and working experience.  OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

• Initial Screening: A quick chat with our People & Culture Manager to understand your background and expectations.
• 1st Interview: Meet the hiring manager and showcase your real people skills.
• 2nd Interview: Meet the CEO with the team and get to know our working culture personally in our office. 
• Final Steps: Receive feedback and, if successful, an offer!

We keep it simple and aim to wrap up the process within 3 weeks.
 
We encourage you to apply even if you only meet most of the requirements (but not 100% of the listed criteria) – we believe skills evolve over time. If you’re willing to learn and grow with us, we invite you to join our team!