Senior HR Controller (Workforce Analytics & Reporting)

NES Fircroft is seeking an experienced Senior HR Controller to join a leading offshore wind organization on a 6-month contract. This role is based in Essen, Germany, with a hybrid working arrangement (50% remote).

Key Responsibilities

• Establish a trusted HR controlling function for offshore wind operations.
• Design and deliver executive-grade management reports on HR efficiency.
• Implement a repeatable reporting cadence with robust definitions, controls, and auditability across HR systems (SAP / SuccessFactors).
• Provide actionable insights to support capacity build-out, project delivery, and operational excellence.
• Deliver monthly dashboards and quarterly management reports using Power BI.
• Conduct ad hoc analyses for senior leadership and board-level stakeholders.

Deliverables

• Executive Reporting Packs (Monthly & Quarterly).
• Quarterly Efficiency Reviews.
• Forecasting & Scenario Models for headcount and cost projections.
• Action/Initiative Tracker with milestones and impact.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Business, Finance, HR Analytics, or related field.
• 5 years in HR Controlling or People Analytics within complex, project-driven organizations (energy/engineering preferred).
• Proficiency in Power BI/Tableau and advanced Excel.
• Experience with SAP SuccessFactors modules (Recruiting, Learning, Performance & Goals, Succession, Compensation).
• Strong data governance mindset and ability to maintain audit trails.
• Excellent communication skills for executive reporting.
• Fluent in English and German; knowledge of German HR compliance (DSGVO, co-determination) is a plus.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.