Head of HR

Founded in 1906 as a manufacturer of writing instruments, MONTBLANC today creates  exclusive products including watches, jewelry, writing instruments and leather goods which reflect our high demands with respect to culture, quality, design, tradition and craftsmanship. With more than 25 subsidiaries and 600 boutiques MONTBLANC is present all over the world.

What moves you makes us.
What we create goes beyond conventional luxury. We make products for people who follow their passions, accomplish things and wish to leave a lasting legacy. And we achieve this because we employ people who are just like that, who let their passions merge with ours. If you would like to become part of this, then apply for the position of

Head of HR Headquarters (m/f/d)  

A full-time position at our Headquarters in Hamburg starting as soon as possible with the following key responsibilities:

Indulge your passion…

HR Leadership & Strategic Partnership (HQ Focus):

• Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies and initiatives specifically tailored for the Montblanc Headquarters in Hamburg, ensuring alignment with the overall business goals and the CPO's strategic direction.

• Lead and develop the Headquarters People Department team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment.

• Provide strategic HR oversight and support for approximately 1,000 employees across central international functions such as Sales, Finance, and Marketing, as well as the writing instrument production and Northern Europe sales entities.

• Act as a trusted strategic advisor and HR Business Partner to the Executive Board and other Leaders within the HQ, providing expert guidance on all people-related matters.

• Lead and manage organizational design and reorganization projects within the Headquarters, advising leadership on evolving structures

Talent Management & Development (HQ Specific):

• Oversee and drive talent acquisition, retention, career management, and development initiatives specifically for the HQ population, ensuring a strong and diverse talent pipeline.

• Provide expert advice and coaching to leaders on topics such as leadership development, performance management, organizational and personnel development, succession planning, and talent management.

• Design and facilitate workshops and training sessions for HQ employees and leaders, focusing on leadership skills, motivation, communication, and team effectiveness.

Employee Relations & German Labor Law Expertise:

• Ensure constructive and effective collaboration with the Works Council, leading negotiations for works council agreements and ensuring compliance with German labor law.

• Implement collective bargaining agreements, particularly those related to the metal and electrical industry, and lead the compensation committee.

• Represent Montblanc in labor court proceedings when necessary.

HR Operations & Process Optimization:

• Manage and oversee HR cost planning and budgeting for the Headquarters.

• Continuously analyze and optimize HR processes and systems within the Headquarters to enhance efficiency, employee experience, and data integrity.

You’ll have… 

• In-depth experience with a proven track record in senior HR leadership roles, specifically within a German corporate headquarters environment, ideally in luxury goods or a similar industry.

• Demonstrated experience in leading and developing an HR team.

• Profound expertise in German labor law, works council relations, and collective bargaining agreements (e.g., metal and electrical industry).

• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement HR strategies that directly drive business results within a complex HQ structure.

• Strong experience in organizational design, change management, and leadership.

• Proven track record of acting as a strategic HR Business Partner to executive leadership on complex organizational and people-related topics.

• Hands-on approach to HR operations, data analysis, and process optimization.

• Fluent in German and English.

Personal Requirements & Behavioural Competencies:

• Excellent strategic vision and conceptual strengths, demonstrating a true global thinker mindset, especially in linking people strategy to business outcomes.

• Very strong in execution and delivery, with a results-driven personality focused on people-centric solutions.

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all hierarchical levels and represent the organization to internal and external stakeholders with conviction and empathy.

• Charismatic, pleasant presence with excellent people management skills, capable of energizing teams, building trust, and fostering a positive, high-performance culture.

• High flexibility and ability to deal with conflicts in a problem-solving attitude, demonstrating fairness, empathy, and a constructive approach.

• Passion, strong commitment, reliable, and transparent in all HR dealings.

• Strong business acumen, in luxury goods or similar industries, to understand and proactively support challenges faced.

• Ability to multi-task effectively and manage priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

In a culture that…

• has combined tradition with a pioneering spirit for over 100 years

• extends its innovative approach far beyond product development

• brings together individuality, enthusiasm and the joy of creativity

• is cosmopolitan, vibrant and diverse

• invites you to go above and beyond as part of a team

• is willing to allow you to develop it, shape it and leave your mark on it

In return, you’ll get…

• an international environment and good development opportunities

• flexible working hours

• site services such as: Canteen, on-site café and laundry service

• company sports and other health programs

• discounted Urban Sports membership

• a subsidized ticket for local public transport (HVV-ProfiTicket)

• an employee car park and free charging stations for electric vehicles

• special conditions on Montblanc products and products from other Group brands

• employee benefits portals

• 30 days' holiday

• regular events for employees

• various further training opportunities

In short: Indulge your passions based on your talents and abilities in an inspiring and diverse culture that is characterised by employee recognition and support. Experience all this with us.