Team Lead HR Operations (f/m/d) Team Lead HR Operations (f/m/d) Porto, Portugal SpotLIGHT of the job Are you passionate about driving operational excellence and shaping modern HR practices in an international environment? Join us at an exciting moment of growth and transformation. As Team Lead HR Operations , you will guide a dedicated team, elevate core HR processes, and play a key role in expanding our HR service delivery model across new countries and regions. With our new HR system being introduced, this role will be essential in ensuring data quality, operational excellence, and a seamless employee experience. Ilse Steinbauer-Gahlaut, Head of Corp. Functions & Executive HRBP "This is an exciting time to come on board. With our ongoing HR digital transformation, you will help shape the future of our HR Operations landscape. You’ll have the opportunity to drive innovation, simplify processes, and make a real impact across the organization – collaborating with an amazing team." Responsibilities Lead, support, and develop the HR Operations team, creating an environment where everyone can contribute, learn, and thrive. Ensure reliable, people-focused HR processes across the entire employee journey, while ensuring accurate and trustworthy employee data in our new HR system. Build and scale HR services as we expand to additional countries and regions, helping shape an inclusive and efficient service delivery model. Continuously improve processes, using feedback, data, and team insights to make HR services smoother and more accessible. Drive HR digitalisation, supporting system implementations, automation solutions, and new ways of working that make life easier for employees and managers. Collaborate closely with internal partners, strengthening communication and alignment across teams and regions. Skills & Experience We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements. Your motivation and potential matter more than perfection. Experience in HR with a focus on HR Operations and a genuine interest in creating smooth, people-centered processes. International mindset and ability to thrive in a global, multicultural environment. At least 3 years of experience in leading teams, with passion for supporting growth and fostering collaboration. Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to bring people together and keep projects moving forward. Fluent in English; German is a plus. Additional languages are welcome. Curiosity and openness to change, with an interest in digital tools and improving how we work. What we offer Flexible Working Hours: Options for flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home, supporting a balanced lifestyle. Lunch Vouchers: Provided daily to support in covering meal expenses while at work. Private Health Insurance: Comprehensive private health insurance to ensure employees’ health and well-being. Transport Subsidy: Financial support to cover commuting costs for employees. 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