People Business Partner (x/f/m) (Fixed-Term Contract)

About the Position

People Business Partner (x/f/m) (Fixed-Term Contract)

Bonial International GmbH is a digital advertising partner for offline businesses, supporting retailers in their marketing activities and helping them find a new audience. We are part of Axel Springer SE and are the leading "Drive to Store" partner in Germany and France. If you're looking to join a dynamic team that's shaping the future of retail, we'd love to meet you.

We are looking for a People Business Partner (x/f/m) to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term contract. You will report directly to the Co-Head of People & Culture and work closely with an experienced Business Partner team.

This role offers a fixed-term contract starting in summer 2026, currently anticipated to continue until October 2027.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic sparring partner for designated business areas, translating business needs into effective company-wide People strategies.
• Understand your business units well enough to identify patterns, risks, and opportunities and turn those insights into concrete actions.
• Work closely with our Works Council and negotiate framework agreements (Betriebsvereinbarungen) where needed.
• Drive and implement People initiatives in areas such as leadership development, performance, and culture.
• Support change processes and help teams navigate growth, restructuring, or integration, for example, in the context of acquisitions.
• Ensure that we apply our People standards consistently while staying pragmatic and business-oriented.

Requirements

• Several years of experience as an HR / People Business Partner or in a comparable role with strategic exposure.
• Solid knowledge of German labor law and confidence in working with it in practice.
• Experience leading and implementing People projects from concept to rollout.
• Analytical thinker who makes informed decisions. Curiosity about HR tech and innovative tools is a plus.
• Understanding of how the different areas of People work connect and can balance business needs with cultural impact.
• Clear communication skills, ability to work well with different stakeholders, and comfort in challenging discussions.
• Business fluent in German and English.

We Offer

• High growth story: Bonial is a high-growth and dynamic company with continuous potential into the future.
• Innovation & tech: We are a high-tech company focused on innovative technology, leveraging AI and other tools to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Exciting environment for professional development: Strong support for your professional development, backed-up by a feedback culture.
• Diversity: We are an equal opportunity workplace committed to being a safe space regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender, gender identity, or gender expression.
• Wellbeing: Free access to nilo.health, a mental health app, and part coverage of the Urban Sports Club subscription. We also offer a corporate pension scheme.
• Sustainability: Opportunities to engage in projects that promote sustainability, environmental development, and the impact on our planet.
• Flexibility: Up to 20% mobile work per week from anywhere within Germany, as well as the option to work from abroad. 28 days of holiday plus an extra day for each calendar year (up to 30 days) and other occasions.
• Modern office: Zen Rooms, fully equipped gym, and a roof terrace for amazing social events.
• Free lunch: Different lunch options available whenever you’re at the office.
• Social Culture: Encourages people to start conversations, build relationships, and participate in the community through regular team events.
• Visa Sponsorship: We provide visa sponsorship for those eager to join us from outside of Germany.

About the Company

As part of the Axel Springer Group, we align with the Axel Springer Essentials. We empower retailers to reach their customers in the most efficient and effective way possible. We see ourselves as a critical business partner for retail, and as highlighted in our Company Vision, we “Enrich local shopping for everyone. Everyday.”

If you think you could fit the bill, we'd love to hear from you! You can check out our bonial_people Instagram or read more about bonial culture and tech on Medium.

*as per our current Works Agreements