Cluster HR Director

About the Role

Alstom is a global leader providing rail transportation systems relied on by millions every day. With over 85,000 professionals worldwide, Alstom offers a diverse portfolio including high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services, and integrated systems. The Cluster HR Director for Mainline will serve as the senior HR Business Partner overseeing human resources for a business cluster spanning 3,000+ employees across three main German locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end HR delivery within the cluster while ensuring clear delegation, ownership, and escalation.
• Drive change management initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and establish a high-performance culture.
• Develop and implement HR strategies through coordination with Site HR Leaders aligned to organizational objectives.
• Lead talent initiatives, coach managers for talent development, enforce succession planning and maintain strong talent pipelines.
• Manage employee relations, compliance, and engagement to promote an inclusive workplace.
• Advise senior leaders on workforce planning, organizational design, and change implementation.
• Maintain alignment of HR policies with global standards while adapting to local requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development or related field; advanced degrees preferred.
• Significant leadership experience in HR within matrix organizational structures, ideally in multinational publicly traded firms.
• Strong expertise in talent management, workforce planning, and organizational development.
• In-depth knowledge of German employment law and employee relations; experience with multiple legal jurisdictions advantageous.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills combined with inclusive leadership qualities.
• Fluent in both German and English languages.

Why Alstom?

• Chance to shape international people strategies contributing to sustainable mobility.
• Inclusive company culture promoting diversity and professional growth.
• Access to leadership development programs and opportunities for international assignments.

Additional Information

As part of Alstom's HR Delivery Model, the Cluster HR Director reports to the VP HR for Central & Northern Europe based in Berlin. The position demands collaboration with dedicated teams tackling complex challenges that impact the future of mobility.

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer embracing diversity across its operations in 63 countries and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees.