HR Director

Do you get thrilled by shaping and executing HR strategy in an international environment? Do you have a background in HR leadership? If you thrive in a collaborative, innovative culture where passion and impact are part of our core values, then Movella could be your next challenge!

Who is Movella

Movella is a leading full-stack provider of sensors, software, and analytics that enable the digitization of movement. Movella serves the entertainment, health & sports, and automation & mobility markets. Our innovations enable our customers to capitalize on the value of movement by transforming data into meaningful and actionable insights. Partnering with leading global brands such as Electronic Arts, EPIC Games, 20th Century Studios, Netflix, Toyota, Siemens, and over 1000 sports organizations/research centers/universities, Movella is creating extraordinary outcomes that move humanity forward. Movella is a portfolio company of Francisco Partners, visit www.movella.com and https://www.franciscopartners.com/investments/movella to learn more.

Your role as HR Director at Movella

As HR Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our global human resources strategy. You will oversee the full spectrum of HR operations—from budget management and labor market benchmarking to compliance, employee relations, and talent development. This is a leadership position with the opportunity to directly influence company culture, performance, and growth.

There is flexibility to work hybrid with the expectation of being onsite at least three days per week. The position is based at our office in Enschede, the Netherlands.

Key challenges :

•  Act as strategic partner in the management team, responsible for aligning people strategy with business goals, driving organizational culture, and ensuring effective leadership, talent, and change management.

• Provide proactive advice and support to employees and managers on HR policies, employment law, performance management, and employee relations.

• Act as the main liaison between the company and the Works Council

• Define and implement training and development strategies to foster employee growth and organizational capability.

• Serve as a cultural ambassador by shaping, promoting, and embedding the organization's values and desired culture across the organization.

• Lead and develop the HR team (3 direct reports), supporting their growth and performance.

• Foster strong, trust-based relationships with employees and leadership to enhance the employee experience.

• Manage and enhance a competitive employment conditions package and policy to attract and retain top talent.

• Prepare, manage, and monitor the personnel budget, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

• Analyze labor market trends and benchmarks to align salary policies with local market conditions.

• Continuously develop and innovate HR processes in response to business needs and changing labor regulations.

• Ensure full compliance with local labor legislation and employment standards.

Movella is looking for an HR Director with a passion for people. Someone who thrives in an environment where their ability to engage and empower employees is highly appreciated. You have:

·       Proven experience in a senior HR role

·       In-depth knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and market compensation trends.

·       Strategic mindset with hands-on operational ability.

·       Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and inspire at all levels.

·       Fluency in English and Dutch

·       Demonstrated experience in managing and mentoring a team

Working at Movella

Movella is made up of people who are inquisitive and entrepreneurial by nature. You’ll find support at every level, an open door to every level, and cooperation across teams, disciplines and departments We offer a position in an innovative, ambitious and international environment, with an attractive compensation package. You'll receive full training in our products and services and have opportunities for personal growth and development.

We value ingenious ideas, no matter where they come from. We believe diverse thoughts, voices, and backgrounds make us stronger as a company. We know that it is through collaboration with people from all walks of life that we make the most positive impact as an organization.