Director, HR
About Learneo:Learneo is a platform of builder-driven businesses, including QuillBot, Course Hero, CliffsNotes, LitCharts, Symbolab, Scribbr, LanguageTool and StudentBrands, all united around a shared mission of supercharging productivity and learning for everyone. We attract and scale high growth businesses built and run by visionary entrepreneurs. Each team innovates independently but has a unique opportunity to collaborate, experiment, and grow together, and they are supported by centralized corporate operations functions, including HR, Finance and Legal.
As the Director, HR (EMEA) at Learneo, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and leading our HR operations across the region. You will drive process excellence, ensure compliance with complex labor laws—particularly in Germany and the Netherlands—and align regional HR strategies with global objectives. If you're a strategic HR leader with a passion for operational excellence and a deep understanding of EMEA labor landscapes, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact.Here are some ways you’ll make an impact
Lead HR operations within the region, ensuring process consistency, compliance with local labor laws, and alignment with global HR strategies.
Oversee key HR processes, including onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, payroll, talent management, and coordinate with the global HR team on HR systems, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Provide strategic direction to local HR teams, driving process improvements and developing region-specific HR policies to support business objectives.
Manage and mentor a small team of HR professionals across multiple locations, ensuring effective leadership and operational excellence.
Ensure compliance with complex labor laws, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands, while maintaining alignment with global HR policies.
Drive HR process improvements, implement systems, and manage HR projects to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Collaborate with global and local teams to align regional HR operations with broader organizational strategies.
Serve as Managing Director for the German entity, acting as the primary signer for local documents and participating in quarterly board meetings, with travel to Germany at least quarterly, as needed.
Are you our Director of HR?
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field
12+ years of experience in HR operations and management, including leading HR teams
Proven experience managing HR operations across multiple locations, preferably in Germany and the Netherlands
Strong leadership and team management skills
In-depth knowledge of regional labor laws, payroll, and benefits administration, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands
Experience driving HR process improvements, implementing HR systems, and managing large-scale HR projects
Ability to work effectively across global and regional HR teams, aligning local operations with global strategies
Prior experience working with German and Dutch companies; candidates with direct experience in these regions preferred
Global HR experience working with teams in NA, EMEA, APAC regions.
Benefits & Perks!
Competitive salary & annual bonus
Retirement Savings Plans
Vacation & leaves of absence
Developmental opportunities through education & developmental reimbursements & professional workshops
Maternity & parental leave
Hybrid & remote model with flexible working hours
On-site & remote company events throughout the year
Wellness initiatives through stipend or ClassPass memberships depending on region
Tech & WFH set-up
Employee referral program
Premium access to QuillBot
*Benefits and benefit amounts differ by region. A comprehensive list applicable to your region will be provided in your interview process.
Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. We strongly encourage you to apply if you're interested: we'd love to learn how you can amplify our team with your unique experience!This role is eligible for hire in Germany & Netherlands. We are a virtual-first company and have employees dispersed throughout the United States, Canada, Germany, Netherlands, and India. We have a market-based pay structure that varies by location. The base pay for this position is dependent on multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed below. You may also be eligible to participate in our bonus program and may be offered an equity award, benefits, and other types of compensation.#Netherlands#Germany#LI-Remote#LI-HD1
In accordance with Dutch law, the base salary for this role if filled within Netherlands is as follows.
Netherlands Pay Range€94.000—€127.000 EUR
In accordance with German law, the base salary for this role if filled within Germany is as follows.
Germany Pay Range€103.000—€139.000 EUREqual Employment Opportunity Statement (EEO)
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion within our company. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or ability status. We will ensure that individuals who are differently abled are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment as provided to other applicants or employees. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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As the Director, HR (EMEA) at Learneo, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and leading our HR operations across the region. You will drive process excellence, ensure compliance with complex labor laws—particularly in Germany and the Netherlands—and align regional HR strategies with global objectives. If you're a strategic HR leader with a passion for operational excellence and a deep understanding of EMEA labor landscapes, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact.Here are some ways you’ll make an impact
Lead HR operations within the region, ensuring process consistency, compliance with local labor laws, and alignment with global HR strategies.
Oversee key HR processes, including onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, payroll, talent management, and coordinate with the global HR team on HR systems, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Provide strategic direction to local HR teams, driving process improvements and developing region-specific HR policies to support business objectives.
Manage and mentor a small team of HR professionals across multiple locations, ensuring effective leadership and operational excellence.
Ensure compliance with complex labor laws, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands, while maintaining alignment with global HR policies.
Drive HR process improvements, implement systems, and manage HR projects to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Collaborate with global and local teams to align regional HR operations with broader organizational strategies.
Serve as Managing Director for the German entity, acting as the primary signer for local documents and participating in quarterly board meetings, with travel to Germany at least quarterly, as needed.
Are you our Director of HR?
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field
12+ years of experience in HR operations and management, including leading HR teams
Proven experience managing HR operations across multiple locations, preferably in Germany and the Netherlands
Strong leadership and team management skills
In-depth knowledge of regional labor laws, payroll, and benefits administration, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands
Experience driving HR process improvements, implementing HR systems, and managing large-scale HR projects
Ability to work effectively across global and regional HR teams, aligning local operations with global strategies
Prior experience working with German and Dutch companies; candidates with direct experience in these regions preferred
Global HR experience working with teams in NA, EMEA, APAC regions.
Benefits & Perks!
Competitive salary & annual bonus
Retirement Savings Plans
Vacation & leaves of absence
Developmental opportunities through education & developmental reimbursements & professional workshops
Maternity & parental leave
Hybrid & remote model with flexible working hours
On-site & remote company events throughout the year
Wellness initiatives through stipend or ClassPass memberships depending on region
Tech & WFH set-up
Employee referral program
Premium access to QuillBot
*Benefits and benefit amounts differ by region. A comprehensive list applicable to your region will be provided in your interview process.
Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. We strongly encourage you to apply if you're interested: we'd love to learn how you can amplify our team with your unique experience!This role is eligible for hire in Germany & Netherlands. We are a virtual-first company and have employees dispersed throughout the United States, Canada, Germany, Netherlands, and India. We have a market-based pay structure that varies by location. The base pay for this position is dependent on multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed below. You may also be eligible to participate in our bonus program and may be offered an equity award, benefits, and other types of compensation.#Netherlands#Germany#LI-Remote#LI-HD1
In accordance with Dutch law, the base salary for this role if filled within Netherlands is as follows.
Netherlands Pay Range€94.000—€127.000 EUR
In accordance with German law, the base salary for this role if filled within Germany is as follows.
Germany Pay Range€103.000—€139.000 EUREqual Employment Opportunity Statement (EEO)
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion within our company. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or ability status. We will ensure that individuals who are differently abled are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment as provided to other applicants or employees. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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