Are you an experienced International HR professional energized by working in an innovative and fast-growing global organization? Do you want to play a key role as a sparring partner to the business in developing both the organization and its employees? Then this HR Business Partner role is tailor-made for you!

As the HR Business Partner for Global Markets, you have an international role as the strategic sparring partner to the MT within our Global Markets and our Cluster Managers worldwide (approx. 350 FTE). You work closely with the director, cluster managers and the Finance Business Partner, placing you at the heart of the business.

At Lely, innovation and development are central, both in our products and our people. As HR Business Partner, you are the eyes and ears of the organization and play a key role in the continued growth and professionalization of our global markets. You provide both solicited and unsolicited advice to the director and local MTs, coach (senior) managers in their leadership, roll-out strategic HR programs and contribute to an inclusive, inspiring, and results-driven work environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic sparring partner, advising and supporting during meetings and one-on-one conversations, serving as a sounding board, and assisting in strategic HR decisions.
• Provide input for the HR agenda in all our countries and strategic initiatives, and work closely with the director on MT Boosts to strengthen the local MT and achieve Global Markets organizational goals.
• Facilitate and guide Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) sessions, talent reviews, and ensure the right talents are in the right place.
• Play a key role in HR projects and organizational development, working on themes such as Diversity & Inclusion, Reward, Great Place to Work, and Leadership Development.
• Ensure the HR cycle within our global markets is rolled out and guide the local MT through it.

You are someone who maintains oversight, remains calm under pressure, and is stress-resistant. You switch effortlessly between different cultures and levels within the organization and use your communication skills to build trust. You naturally lead by example: offering constructive feedback, coaching managers and employees, and providing appropriate advice even in challenging situations.

Additionally:

• A completed HBO or WO degree in HRM or Business Administration.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience as an HR Business Partner, with proven strategic MT-level experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and results-oriented attitude: you take initiative, follow through, and propose improvements.
• Experience with stakeholder management and strong analytical skills.
• Available for at least 32 hours per week and willing to travel up to 20% of your time.

• Working at Lely means contributing to sustainable progress within one of the most innovative organizations in the Netherlands. You help future-proof the agricultural sector, and we ensure you have the space, resources, and support to do so.
• Opportunity to travel to our local organizations and experience different cultures
• An international work environment with room for initiative and entrepreneurship.
• Excellent employment conditions, including up to 8 weeks of vacation per year and a solid pension plan.
• You’ll start with a gross monthly salary between €5,722 and €8,174 with opportunities to grow as you develop in the role.
• Strong career development opportunities: you are in control of your growth and can choose from various training programs via our Lely Academy, from personal development to job-specific courses.
• Access to extensive sports facilities on our modern Lely Campus: indoor gym, outdoor padel courts, basketball and volleyball courts, table tennis, and foosball. Join Hyrox workouts or sign up for personal training—and challenge your colleagues during active breaks.
• Enjoy fresh coffee and tea from our in-house barista, with milk straight from our farm, and a healthy, affordable company restaurant.
• A healthy work-life balance thanks to our hybrid work policy: work at least three days per week on campus, with flexible hours and plenty of opportunity to spend extra time on-site (between 06:00 and 20:00).
• A free shuttle bus to and from the metro station in Maassluis for a smooth start and end to your workday.
• We celebrate success, from anniversaries to Christmas parties, at Lely, we know how to do it right!

 

We are also proud that our commitment and vision have been recognized with the Rotterdam Entrepreneur Award 2025!

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We appreciate the interest, but we are looking for all our candidates directly. We understand that you, as an intermediary, want to present candidates for our great positions and thus contribute to our ambitions, but this is not how we have set up our recruitment. This means that all unsolicited profiles offered on Lely vacancies will be treated as direct applications.

We appreciate the interest, but we are looking for all our candidates directly. We understand that you, as an intermediary, want to present candidates for our great positions and thus contribute to our ambitions, but this is not how we have set up our recruitment. This means that all unsolicited profiles offered on Lely vacancies will be treated as direct applications.