Head of People & Culture (m/f/d)

About us

vetsak is one of the fastest-growing D2C companies in the premium furniture segment. We combine the South African lifestyle with German innovation and quality. So far, we have made the lives of over 150,000 customers in 60 countries more comfortable, and we are adding more every day. In order to expand our growth, we are looking for bold, creative, driven, self-motivated, entrepreneurial individuals with a "sky's the limit" kind of outlook, to join and develop our team.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global People & Culture strategy that aligns with company goals and supports business growth.
• Design and nurture a positive corporate culture that fosters innovation, collaboration, and employee satisfaction.
• Develop and execute programs for talent acquisition, retention, and development; promote leadership and employee growth through targeted training and development initiatives.
• Design and implement policies and procedures related to recruitment, performance management, compensation, and employee relations.
• Promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) across the company and develop and oversee initiatives that enhance diversity and inclusion.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and regulations; advise management on legal issues and conflict resolution.
• Monitor employee satisfaction through regular surveys and feedback mechanisms; implement measures to improve employee engagement.
• Lead and coach the People & Culture team; foster a positive team dynamic and continuously improve people processes.
• Ensure open and effective communication between management and employees; organize employee events and activities.
• Oversee budget planning and maintain responsibility for the People & Culture budget, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to support strategic People & Culture initiatives.

What you can expect from us

• A company in its strongest expansion and growth phase.
• Great technical equipment - we provide you with everything you need.
• A warm and open atmosphere and an inspiring working environment.
• Creative freedom and colleagues who are among the best in their field.
• A good salary and flat hierarchies.
• A beach right outside the door and the most comfortable office in the world!

About You

• Several years of experience in People & Culture management and organizational development in a leadership role.
• A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; additional HR qualifications are a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of People & Culture strategy, employment law, talent management, diversity and inclusion, and employee development.
• Experience in leading and motivating teams as well as developing leaders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and English, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting People & Culture data and deriving strategic actions.
• Experience in change management and successfully implementing change processes.
• Passion for shaping and maintaining a positive culture, with the ability to create a work environment where employees feel valued and motivated.

Important to know

• Your CV & cover letter must be written in English (our company language).
• This role can also be executed partly remote.