HR Director Europe Middle East

h3About Waterleau and the Role /h3pAs HR Director Europe Middle East (EME), you report directly to the Regional Director EME. You help set Waterleau’s strategic direction for the Europe and Middle East region and turn the business strategy into a clear, practical people agenda. Your task is to make the HR function more professional, sharpen its operating model, and keep it close to the business and the people who do the work. /ppbThe role /bbr/ /ppAs HR Director Europe Middle East (EME), you report directly to the Regional Director EME. You help set Waterleau’s strategic direction for the Europe and Middle East region and turn the business strategy into a clear, practical people agenda. Your task is to make the HR function more professional, sharpen its operating model, and keep it close to the business and the people who do the work. /ph3What you will do /h3ulliShape and carry out the long-term regional HR strategy together with the Regional Director EME. /liliBring structure and direction to organisation design, talent and performance management, compensation and benefits, HR policies, compliance and governance. /liliOwn the HR dashboard and its results per product line, across four areas: safety and compliance, team engagement (eNPS), fixed cost (workforce spend) and talent management (retention, new-hire success, time-to-fill, internal succession for critical roles). /liliLead employee relations and works council discussions with care and credibility. /liliProactively monitor developments and changes in social legislation, analyzing their impact on the organization, and translating them into clear, practical guidelines and policy recommendations for management and the HR team. /liliLead the HR function: processes, tools, HRIS, and the team itself. Your team includes payroll, administration, and QHSE, plus regional HR managers in a matrix. /li /ulh3What you bring /h3ulliSenior HR leadership experience in an international organisation, ideally in an operational, multi-site environment such as engineering, industry, construction or technology. /liliExperience in a family-owned or family-held group is a strong plus. /liliA strategic thinker with a pragmatic, structured way of working: you set direction, and you make it happen. /liliSolid experience in organisation design, talent and performance management, compensation (including executive compensation), and HR governance. /liliExperience with employee relations and social dialogue, including works councils, and knowledge of labour law across several countries. /liliExperience leading change and organisational transformation while keeping people engaged. /liliA data-driven approach to HR, using analytics and HR technology to steer decisions. /liliA Master’s degree in HR, Organisational Psychology, Business or a related field, or equivalent experience. /liliFluent in Dutch and English. French is a strong plus. /liliHigh ethical standards and sound judgement with confidential matters. /li /ulh3What

we offer
/h3ullibA strategic leadership role with real impact: /b An opportunity to shape and drive the people agenda across Europe and the Middle East, directly contributing to the region’s business performance, growth and long-term success. /lilibAn international and dynamic environment: /b Work across diverse countries, cultures and business environments, navigating complexity while building a strong, connected and high-performing organization. /lilibCollaboration and empowerment: /b Join an environment where initiative, fresh perspectives and entrepreneurial thinking are valued, with the autonomy to turn ideas into meaningful results. /lilibA competitive and rewarding compensation package: /b An attractive remuneration package, including a competitive base salary, performance-based incentives and comprehensive benefits, designed to recognize your contribution and reward long-term success. /li /ulpOur expertise is always within reach. Digital communication has cut long distances short, but we advocate the traditional way of sharing insights.br/ /p