Senior People and Talent Manager

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Sykell powers reuse to work at scale. We enable reusable packaging systems across Europe through a combination of smart, trackable reusable packaging and Europe’s leading reuse management software. Our solutions are used by retailers, brands and system operators to replace single-use packaging with circular systems that work in everyday operations.

We are now entering a new growth phase. With our prefill reusable packaging launching in 2026 and increasing international expansion, we are strengthening our leadership team and are looking for a People and Talent Manager to build and scale our people function.

Your role

As People and Talent Manager you will own and shape all people‑related topics at Sykell. You will work closely with the founders and leadership team and act as a trusted partner for managers and employees alike. This is a hands‑on senior role with strategic responsibility.

Your responsibilities

• Own and develop the People and Talent strategy aligned with Sykell’s growth plans
• Act as main contact for all HR related topics for employees and managers
• Lead recruiting and onboarding across all functions from operations to tech and leadership
• Build scalable people processes for a growing organization including performance, development and feedback
• Ensure compliance with German labour law and manage contracts, policies and HR administration
• Support leadership development, team structure and organizational design
• Foster a strong culture of ownership, trust and collaboration
• Prepare and support People and Talent topics related to international expansion
• Work closely with finance on headcount planning, compensation structures and budgeting

Your profile

• Several years of experience in HR, ideally in a start‑up or fast‑growing company
• Strong knowledge of German labour law and HR best practices
• Proven experience partnering with leadership teams
• Hands‑on mentality combined with strategic thinking
• Excellent communication skills in English and German
• High level of ownership, discretion and reliability
• Passion for building teams and enabling people to do their best work
• A key leadership role with real impact on company success
• A fast‑growing company at the forefront of the circular economy
• High level of responsibility and autonomy
• A motivated, international and mission‑driven team
• Flexible working model with Berlin as core hub

How to apply

Send us your CV or LinkedIn profile and a short note on why you would like to join Sykell.