Application Deadline: 1 May 2026
Department: Human Resources
Location: Korneuburg, Austria
It’s an exciting time to join the People Team as we scale our European operations. As an HR Business Partner, you’ll support leaders across our Austrian teams, acting as a strategic advisor and trusted partner. You’ll translate business goals into people plans that drive real outcomes, from team design and performance to engagement, development, and culture. You’ll be hands‑on, close to the business, and comfortable navigating change in a fast‑moving, international environment. You’ll bring your expertise, ideas, and energy, and we’ll give you the space and support to make a meaningful impact from day one.
Key Goals & Objectives
Deliver strategic, proactive people support across Austrian business areas
Support talent, culture, and performance initiatives that drive engagement and growth
Ensure people practices align with Austrian labour law and EU regulations
Key Responsibilities
Act as a trusted advisor to leaders, supporting organisational design, change, and workforce planning
Partner on performance and development, helping managers set clear expectations, give meaningful feedback, and grow their teams
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and L&D to align hiring and development with business needs
Use people data and insights to inform decisions, highlight trends, and report on key HR metrics
Support employee relations cases in line with Austrian employment law, ensuring a fair, consistent, and values‑led approach
Partner with or support engagement with works councils (Betriebsrat) where required
Co‑create and implement people policies and initiatives that support a great employee experience across multiple regions
Drive engagement and culture initiatives within your business areas
Contribute to wider People Team priorities and cross‑functional projects
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Requirements
Experience in an HR Business Partner / People Partner role, ideally in a fast‑paced or scaling environment
Strong knowledge of Austrian labour law and HR best practices
Experience working in a European or multi‑country environment
Business‑savvy, with the ability to connect people strategy to commercial outcomes
Confident coaching and supporting managers at all levels
Strong relationship‑building and communication skills—you influence with credibility and empathy
Proactive problem‑solver with strong organisational and project management skills
Comfortable using people data and metrics to inform decisions
Relevant HR qualification (e.g. CIPD, university degree, or Austrian equivalent)
Fluent in German and English
Desirable
Experience working with works councils (Betriebsrat)
Experience supporting international or multi‑entity organisations
Experience in high‑growth or scaling businesses
Exposure to UK and/or US people practices
Experience leading or supporting change and transformation initiatives
Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working with ambiguity
Equal Opportunities
At Vintage Trading Limited, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, respected, and able to bring their authentic self to work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, creativity, and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we work hard to ensure equitable opportunities for all. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply; your unique skills and experiences might be exactly what we need now or in the future. If you need any adjustments or accommodations during the hiring process, just let us know and we’ll do our best to support you. Your personal data will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Notice.
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