Senior HR Business Partner

Nemetschek SE2 • Columbia, MD

6d • $80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Senior HR Business Partner is a senior, hands-on role combining strategic partnering with operational HR work. The role advises leaders of Vectorworks and Graphisoft across the Nemetschek Design Business Unit, supporting business goals while the brands continue integrating processes, leadership structures, and ways of working into a unified business unit. It also coordinates global Nemetschek HR process rollouts with the integration roadmap.

The position currently has global scope across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, with a primary focus on the Americas—mostly the United States, with additional coverage of Canada and Latin America. Its geographic focus may evolve toward primarily supporting the Americas in line with business needs. The role works within the frameworks of Design BU HR in Budapest and Nemetschek Group Global HR in Munich, partnering with leadership, HR Centers of Excellence, People Services, and local legal counsel.

Requirements

• University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification, or an equivalent certification such as PHR/SPHR.
• Proven experience as a Senior HR Business Partner or in a similar HR role.
• In-depth knowledge and practical application of US employment law.
• Strong knowledge of organizational design, talent management, and labor relations.
• Experience managing reorganizations, post-merger integration, culture change, and leadership development.
• Experience working in a matrix organization with global HR processes and HR information systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Data-driven, precise, and analytical working style, with strong process and system thinking.
• Proactive and independent approach while following Group requirements and working within Design BU frameworks.
• Hands-on approach and comfort with administration, data uploads, and documentation.
• Reliable, accurate, and conscientious approach, with the ability to partner with senior leaders and drive strategic HR initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an international software or technology company.
• Working knowledge of Canadian and Latin American HR practices.
• Experience with HR information systems such as SAP SuccessFactors.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary strategic and hands-on HR advisor to Vectorworks and Graphisoft leadership globally, primarily supporting the Americas and Design BU functions.
• Contribute to and execute HR strategies aligned with Design BU and brand business objectives, within Design BU HR and Group Global HR frameworks.
• Support integration-related HR projects, including harmonizing processes, policies, and practices; aligning leadership structures and ways of working; and building a common Design BU culture.
• Coordinate local rollout of Nemetschek Group global HR processes and programs and align them with the Design BU integration roadmap.
• Guide and coach local management on talent strategies, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Develop and implement HR initiatives addressing workforce challenges, organizational design, and culture transformation.
• Oversee complex employee relations matters and investigations; advise on legal and employment risks and collaborate with local legal counsel on matters outside the United States.
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning, forecasting, and organizational design.
• Partner with Centers of Excellence and the global People Services team to coordinate HR responses to organizational challenges.
• Manage and contribute to reorganizations and restructurings, including change-management guidance.
• Support organizational change initiatives and oversee implementation of employee development programs.
• Support culture development initiatives that foster engagement and alignment with company values.
• Support and facilitate leadership development programs.
• Participate in implementing career-path frameworks.
• Support or manage local talent management processes, including talent reviews, succession planning, and the annual salary review cycle, in alignment with HR COEs and Design BU HR.
• Manage and support regional recruitment with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition; oversee internal talent movements and onboarding as appropriate.
• Manage local employee engagement survey processes and support action plans based on results.
• Manage HR development initiatives that enhance employee experience and support retention.
• Support HR administration by providing People Services with inputs for HR systems and preparing documentation, letters, and reports.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, Group policies, and Design BU standards.
• Advise management on labor relations strategies and employee relations matters.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• Paid time off and company-recognized holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Access to training and learning platforms.
• Opportunities for career growth and internal mobility.
• Employee assistance and well-being resources.
• Employee discounts and other optional perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior