People Business Partner (x/f/m)

Stellenbeschreibung:

Overview

bonial helps you save time, money and paper! We are a digital advertising partner for offline businesses - we support retailers in their marketing activities and help them find a new audience. Would you like to join and be a part of digitalisation of retail? bonial is part of Axel Springer SE and is disrupting the retail landscape as the leading "Drive to Store" partner in Germany and France. Through our platforms "kaufDA" and "MeinProspekt" in Germany, and “Bonial” in France, we connect millions of users with their favorite shops and brands—driving real impact every single day. We are in the midst of an exciting growth phase, scaling fast and transforming the way people discover retail. At bonial, we thrive in a high-performance, fast-paced environment fueled by motivated, results-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. If you’re looking to be part of a dynamic team that’s shaping the future of retail, we’d love to meet you. bonial welcomes both full- and part-timers!

We are looking for a People Business Partner (x/f/m) to join our People & Culture team as a parental leave cover. You will report directly to the Co-Head of People & Culture and work closely with an experienced Business Partner team.

In this role, you will support several business areas, including members of the Executive Team, on all relevant people topics. From leadership questions to workforce planning and organizational changes, you will help our leaders make well-informed, strategic decisions and move their teams forward.

Please note: This role is a parental leave cover offering a fixed-term contract from summer 2026 until July 2027 .

Your responsibilities

Act as a strategic sparring partner for designated business areas, translating business needs into effective company-wide People strategies
Understand your business units well enough to identify patterns, risks and opportunities and turn those insights into concrete actions
Work closely with our Works Council and negotiate framework agreements (Betriebsvereinbarungen) where needed
Drive and implement People initiatives in areas such as leadership development, performance, and culture
Support change processes and help teams navigate growth, restructuring or integration, for example, in the context of acquisitions
Ensure that we apply our People standards consistently while staying pragmatic and business-oriented

Your profile

Several years of experience as an HR / People Business Partner or in a comparable role with strategic exposure
Solid knowledge of German labor law and confidence in working with it in practice
Experience leading and implementing People projects from concept to rollout
You think analytically and make informed decisions. Curiosity about HR tech and innovative tools is a plus
You understand how the different areas of People work connect and can balance business needs with cultural impact
You communicate clearly, work well with different stakeholders, and are comfortable in sometimes challenging discussions
Business fluent in German and English

What We Offer

High growth story - bonial is a high-growth and dynamic company with continuous potential into the future. We are a leading player and a driving force in an industry that is undergoing a massive and a once-in-a-lifetime shift from print to digital.
Innovation & tech - we are a high-tech company focused on innovative technology, leveraging AI and other tools to maximize productivity and efficiency. We leverage these tools to continually enhance the performance of our company and our people, while driving results for our customers and users.
Exciting environment for professional development - strong support for your professional development, backed-up by a feedback culture to help you identify your strengths and opportunities.
Diversity - proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where we aim to enable everyone to show up as their full selves. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and to being a safe space regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender, gender identity or gender expression.
Wellbeing - we believe mental health is as important as being fit. We provide free access to nilo.health, a mental health app. We also offer gym in the office, and cover part of the Urban Sports Club subscription. We can also offer a corporate pension scheme.
Sustainability - together with our Green team, we offer opportunities to engage in projects that promote sustainability and environmental development.
Flexibility - policy allows up to 20% mobile work per week from anywhere within Germany, with option to work from abroad. 28 days of holiday, plus an extra day for each calendar year (up to 30 days) and other occasions.
Modern office - Zen Rooms, fully equipped gym, and a roof terrace for events.
Free lunch - when at the office, lunch options are provided; hot and cold drinks, fruit, and healthy breakfasts and snacks are available.
Social Culture - regular team events to build community.
Visa Sponsorship - visa sponsorship for those joining from outside Germany.
Partner for retail - we empower retailers to reach their customers as a key business partner for retail, aligning with our Company Vision to "+Enrich local shopping for everyone. Everyday.+"
As part of the Axel Springer Group, we also align with the Axel Springer Essentials.