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Düsseldorf (with occasional travel to Berlin and Munich) Start: as soon as possible Full-time (40 hrs/week) – hybrid working

Shape What’s Next – With Us.

Leyton Germany is growing – and so is our HR team. We're looking for an experienced Head of HR (m/f/d) to lead our HR function and support our scale-up journey with structure, expertise and strategic drive.

Your mission at Leyton

Leyton is a global consultancy with over 3,000 employees across 17 countries. We help companies fund innovation and sustainability through tailored consulting services.

In Germany, we’re scaling fast – and we need an HR leader who’s ready to build, guide and grow. As Head of HR (m/f/d), you’ll report directly to the CEO and own the full HR setup across Talent Acquisition, People Operations and Office Management.

Tätigkeiten

Leading and developing our HR team in Germany, including: Team Lead Talent Acquisition (leading a team of 4 recruiters) HR Manager 2 Office Managers Driving scalable HR processes that support our continued growth Acting as a sparring partner to the CEO and leadership team on all people-related topics Ensuring compliance with German labour law and maintaining strong collaboration with the works council Shaping organizational design, talent development, and company culture across all sites Collaborating with international HR stakeholders and aligning with global standards Occasionally traveling to our other offices in Munich and Berlin

Qualifikationen

Extensive experience in HR, including leadership roles in dynamic and growing organizations Strong expertise in German labour law and experience working with a works council Proven ability to lead diverse HR functions across recruitment, operations and admin A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on, solutions-oriented approach Strong communication skills and the confidence to challenge and advise leadership Fluent German and English skills (both written and spoken)

Why join us

Impact: Shape the future of our People function in a fast-growing international consultancy Leadership: Work directly with the CEO and leadership team, with full ownership of HR in Germany Growth: Be part of a scale-up environment with space to implement your ideas Team: Lead a motivated and supportive team that works with passion and purpose Flexibility: Hybrid working model and a modern office in the heart of Düsseldorf

Our Benefits

Attractive compensation package including performance bonus Hybrid working model (50%) and workations 30 vacation days Urban Sports Club – 100% covered by us Germany ticket (job ticket) – also 100% covered Access to Busuu, GoodHabitz & Corporate Benefits Company pension plan with high employer contribution Regular team and company events – both in Germany and abroad

This is more than just a job – it's your next big adventure.

Ready to take the lead?

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