Head of Human Resources

pbCall for applications: Head of Human Resources (F/M/X) /b /p pbDeadline for applications: /bSunday,15 November 2026, 23:59 CETbr/bExpected starting date: /b February 2027 (flexible)br/bType of contract: /b one-year employment contract (convertible to a permanent contract based on performance)br/bLocation /b: Brussels, Belgium (on-site and remote work) /p pBruegel is recruiting a Head of HR to lead its HR function and develop its people strategy. At present, Bruegel has 52 employees on payroll and 53 research contractors, about 105 people in total. /p pReporting to the Secretary General, the Head of Human Resources will shape and drive Bruegel’s HR strategy, act as a trusted adviser to management and staff, and manage the Human Resources officer who completes the team. /p pAs a member of Bruegel’s Management team, alongside the Director, the two Deputy Directors, the Secretary General and the Heads of Communications, Finance and Operations, and Development, the Head of Human Resources will have real scope to shape the function and to expand their remit over time, with the close support of the Secretary General. /p pBruegel is a European think tank working in the field of international economics. Established in 2005, Bruegel is independent and non-doctrinal. Its mission is to improve the quality of economic policy with open and fact-based research, analysis and debate. We are committed to impartiality, openness and excellence. Bruegel's membership includes EU Member State governments, international corporations and institutions. For more information about Bruegel, please consult: /p h3MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES /h3 h3HR strategy and leadership /h3 ul liDefine, propose and implement Bruegel's HR strategy and multi-year people roadmap, in line with the organisation's objectives and needs and the Belgian labour legislation; /li liContribute, as a member of the Management, to organisational decisions, planning and change initiatives; /li liPrepare and present the HR section of the Board meetings' materials, including key HR indicators and recommendations; /li liLead the HR team, currently composed of one Human Resources officer /li /ul h3Talent acquisition, development and performance /h3 ul liAnticipate staffing needs with Heads of department and design the workforce plan; /li liSteer recruitment and selection processes, strengthen Bruegel's employer brand, and oversee partnerships with universities around the world; /li liCoordinate the performance management cycle, and design/implement the learning and development policy; /li liAct as advisor to the Heads of department on staff management, team dynamics and organisational structure; /li /ul h3Compensation, benefits and payroll /h3 ul liDefine and maintain a fair, transparent and market-aligned compensation and benefits policy, including salary benchmarking and budget forecasting with the Finance and Operations team; /li liOversee monthly payroll, including the expat tax regime (RSII) and salary splits where applicable; /li /ul h3Employee relations, compliance and policies /h3 ul liEnsure full compliance with Belgian labour and social security law and internal regulations, and manage contract management for staff and contractors; /li liFoster a productive, inclusive and healthy workplace: wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, internal communication and staff engagement; /li liAct as a trusted, confidential point of contact for staff and handle sensitive employee relations matters. /li /ul h3GENERAL REQUIREMENTS /h3 ul li8 to 10 years of proven experience in Human Resources, including in a generalist or management role with a strategic dimension; /li liIn-depth knowledge of Belgian labour law and social security is a must; /li liExperience in the non-profit sector (think tank, NGO, international association) is a strong advantage; /li liSolid experience with payroll and compensation and benefits; knowledge of the expat tax regime (RSII) is an asset; /li liProven ability to advise senior management, drive change and influence at Management team level; /li liExcellent interpersonal skills, empathy and sound judgement; committed and professional with a high sense of responsibility in handling confidential and personal information; /li liFluency in English (Bruegel's working language) and strong oral and written skills in French or Dutch; /li /ul h3WHAT

WE OFFER
/h3 ul liAn annual gross salary between €80,000 and €95,000 (including 13th month and double holiday pay), depending on experience; /li liGroup insurance (hospitalisation and pension scheme), lunch vouchers (max. threshold) and public transport reimbursement; /li liA generous leave policy; /li liA flexible teleworking policy; /li liA seat on the Management of a leading European think tank, with real scope to shape its people strategy; /li liA small, international and close-knit team in the heart of Brussels. /li /ul pBruegel is committed to ensure equal opportunities and treatment for all, by ensuring tha