Team Lead HR Operations & Employment Law (m,f,d) Team Lead HR Operations & Employment Law (m,f,d) Dornbirn, Austira SpotLIGHT of the job Are you passionate about s haping modern HR practices in an international environment? This is your chance to step into a key role at the heart of our HR Operations function. You’ll take the lead on legal, operational, and strategic HR topics — from labor law and mobility to data protection and process excellence — while working with a motivated team and strong internal stakeholders. Ilse Steinbauer-Gahlaut, Head of Corp. Functions & Executive HRBP "This is a really exciting time to join our team. As we undergo a comprehensive HR digital transformation, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our HR Operations landscape. It’s a chance to drive innovation, streamline processes, and make a tangible impact on the employee experience across the organization. All that comes with an amazing team." Responsibilities Lead & develop : Guide the Austrian People Services team and foster ownership, collaboration, and professional growth. Labour law & compliance : Act as key advisor on employment matters — from contracts to terminations — and ensure compliant practices across Austria. Works council collaboration : Take the lead in negotiations and maintain a strong, constructive partnership with the Austrian works council. Mobility & policy design : Shape frameworks for international assignments, foreign hires, and remote work models. Data protection : Serve as functional lead for HR data protection globally, ensuring legal and organizational compliance. Process quality : Monitor and improve HR processes using KPIs and employee feedback. Project management : Drive HR initiatives such as working time arrangements, employee mobility, and contract lifecycle improvements. Skills & Experience We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements. Your motivation and potential matter more than perfection. University degree in Law, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field Several years of experience in legal or HR with strong employment law focus Expertise in labor law, compliance, and regulatory frameworks; first experience in global mobility is a plus HR experience is welcome but not a must – strong interest and motivation to grow into HR leadership is key Well-developed project management and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to engaging stakeholders Fluent in English and German with the ability to navigate international and intercultural contexts with ease What we offer Flexible working hours. Affordable and Nutritious Canteen Health insurance coverage Corporate Benefits and Perks Company Pension Scheme Extensive training and development opportunities Commuting Cost Assistance & Job Bike Program What matters to us We understand not only the power of the visible, but also the invisible. Like light, diversity is intangible, but it is perceptible. We value the uniqueness of every person and see this as a driver of innovation. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of, for example, origin, skin color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or disability. As the contact person for this position, a great candidate experience is important to me! I will reach out to you within 7 days. Please inform me of any assistance you may need, so I can best support you throughout the hiring process. Talent Acquisition Partner Milos Mladenovic T +381 64 835 7708 Who we are At the Zumtobel Group, we are passionate about designing and producing light that empowers humans and brings architecture to life. We continuously push the boundaries in our search for perfection through timeless design, technical excellence and efficient performance. Through light, we create spaces that inspire. As we develop the next generation of lighting, we consider the wellbeing of people and nature. Our lighting is designed for our customers and their individual aspirations. We guide them into a new world of opportunities – as a group, and through all our individual brands, Thorn, Tridonic and Zumtobel. Learn more about our Group in our enlightening video - where WE LIVE LIGHT and thrive together! The result is a series of personal and authentic insights into our corporate culture - illustrated from different perspectives. Follow us: WE ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT LIGHT. We share a passion for light, creating aesthetic, functional, and sustainable lighting solutions that enhance quality of life. WE ARE EXCITED ABOUT CREATING INNOVATIVE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE. Sustainability and innovation drive everything we do — shaping a responsible, climate-neutral future. WE ARE INTERNATIONAL AND PERSONAL AT THE SAME TIME. While we have grown from a family business into a global organization, our collaborative spirit and familial culture remain integral to our identity. APPLY HERE