(Senior) HR Business Partner

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As of 2022, our systems of BCG Switzerland, Germany & Austria (G&A), and CEE (Central Eastern Europe) have been united to form our new BCG system called Central Europe (CE). In total, CE spans across seven European countries: Austria, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Poland, and Romania. Approximately 4,000 multinational employees are located in 14 offices: Berlin, Budapest, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Geneva, Hamburg, Munich, Prague, Stuttgart, Vienna, Bucharest, Warsaw, and Zurich.

Our most vital resource is our people. That’s why Human Resources is one of our most vital teams: From recruiting to career development for BCGers, and from training and mobility support to staffing (assigning our consultants to client casework), the Human Resources Team plays a decisive role in making BCG not just a company but a Group in which each individual can be their best.

What You'll Do

We’re looking for a seasoned and visionary (Senior) HR Business Partner to drive talent development and embed a strong performance culture across our BST functions. In this role, you will act as a trusted strategic advisor to function heads and line managers while also supporting our biannual Career Development Committee (CDC) process end-to-end—from preparatory calibrations to outcomes and follow-up.

Here’s how you’ll drive impact across our BST organisation

HR Business Partnering

• Act as a senior strategic advisor to our BST function heads and line managers, providing strategic counsel on talent planning, organizational design, workforce transformation, and succession planning
• Shape and drive an integrated, cross-functional business partnering agenda in close collaboration with BCG’s Central Europe leadership, Talent Management, Compensation & Benefits, Talent Acquisition, and L&D, ensuring readiness for future growth and transformation
• Consult closely with all departments throughout the year to guide career development discussions, navigate performance issues, and manage talent pipeline health
• Design and lead strategic HR initiatives to embed a strong performance culture across all our Business Service Team functions, aligning departmental and individual goals with business needs

Talent Partnering and Career Development

• Lead talent and performance calibration processes, partnering with function heads and line managers to prepare for and facilitate CDC discussions, ensuring consistent assessments of performance and potential, driving alignment on talent decisions, and documenting outcomes
• Manage career development and talent actions, tracking and following up on promotion decisions, development plans, stretch assignments, and performance improvement initiatives to ensure timely execution and employee growth
• Drive performance management cycles, including mid-year check-ins, year-end reviews, and the annual bonus process, while equipping managers to conduct high-quality development and performance conversations

Projects and HR Analytics

• Lead and contribute to cross-functional HR projects (e.g., competency framework design, engagement action planning, onboarding redesign, DE&I initiatives)
• Build and maintain Excel-based tracking tools and dashboards for talent data, headcount, CDC outcomes, and performance trends
• Translate data and insights into clear, well-structured PowerPoint presentations for senior stakeholders and leadership forums

What You'll Bring

• A university degree and at least 7–10 years of relevant experience in people/talent management roles, ideally as a (senior) HR business partner
• Proven experience in driving transformation and change in complex, international, and matrixed environments, such as developing or enhancing performance culture
• Hands-on attitude and experience in facilitating talent reviews, calibrations, or high-potential programs
• Strong proficiency in PowerPoint—comfortable structuring and building presentation materials for senior audiences independently
• Solid Excel skills—able to build and maintain trackers, conduct data analysis, and produce clear talent dashboards
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines simultaneously
• Fluency in English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills; German language skills are a plus

Who You'll Work With

In your strategic capacity, you will serve as an advisor to BST function heads and line managers, reporting directly to BCG’s CE Human Resources Director. Your role is designed to be a collaborative one, where you'll work with two other HR Business Partners across Central Europe. Together with them, you’ll act as a sparring partner to our CE HR BST leadership, engaging in discussions and decision-making processes around career development and driving a high-impact performance culture.

As a member of the CE BST HR Department, your involvement will be multifaceted, requiring close coordination with Talent Acquisition, Career Development, Learning and Development, and project teams. Your contributions will be essential in driving strategic HR initiatives across the organization and ensuring the seamless integration of talent management and development practices into the broader business strategy.

Additional info

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:*

GROUP SPIRIT

• In the spirit of the Group, we’re so much more than our daily business. You can also look forward to frequent team-building and office activities, from summer and sports to Christmas and social events.

WORKING LIFE

• In the Group, you’ll receive an attractive, competitive, and performance-based compensation package with fixed and variable components.
• We support families with benefits such as tax-free subsidies for childcare expenses through bonus conversions.
• Every now and then you just need a break. That’s why the Group offers an attractive flexibility program.
• We also cover your commuting expenses up to a maximum amount.
• New ways of working? They’re nothing new to us. Our employees use hybrid models that combine on-site and remote work, supported by digital collaboration tools.
• We have your future in mind—covered by our comprehensive insurance and retirement programs.

LEARNING CURVE

• The sky’s the limit? Our broad selection of training and development offers will help you grow day after day.

LIFESTYLE

• Well-being is more than a buzzword for us. That’s why we provide individual support through our Employee Assistance Program and mindfulness offers.
• Out of the office and into the gym: A flexible gym membership with Urban Sports Club is yours for the asking.
• Need a pick-me-up? You’ll be happy to hear that free beverages and snacks are provided at all of the Group’s offices, in addition to food vouchers for use with participating partners.

*Benefits may vary by location.

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