HR Business Partner

With your passion for HR and for strengthening the culture within the organization, you will support several of our business units in a wide variety of strategic HR-related topics. As a member of the Business Unit Management Team, you will help shape the People agenda and participate in different strategic HR projects—acting as the linking pin between the needs of the business and our broader HR team.

What you will do as HR Business Partner

You will be a true business partner for the management of the business unit. While our dedicated People Relations Partner handles individual employee concerns, you’ll focus on strategic HR initiatives in close collaboration with our Centres of Excellence (Total Rewards, Talent Management, and Talent Acquisition). The level of support will vary based on the priorities of each business unit and Advisory Group Directors.

• Collaborating with directors to translate business strategy into actionable people plans aligned with organizational goals and market realities.
• Leading and supporting organizational change initiatives—such as transformation, restructuring, and integration—ensuring smooth transitions and a positive employee experience.
• Working with our Centres of Excellence to deliver programs on engagement survey, performance and development, ED&I, and more.
• Using data and insights to identify trends and provide proactive advice.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility.

As our new HR Business Partner, you will become part of our global HR team consisting of over 90 employees worldwide. In this role, you will report to the business line HR Business Partner.

What you bring

You’re a trusted advisor with strong interpersonal skills and a strategic mindset. You thrive in complex environments, influence stakeholders at all levels, and embrace ambiguity with confidence. You’re hands-on, proactive, and committed to delivering results that matter. Additionally, you have:

• A bachelor’s degree.
• At least 8 years of HR experience, including several years in a strategic HRBP role or HR generalist role with strategic HR components.
• Experience in a global matrix organization.
• Proven ability to influence and partner with senior leaders across cultures and geographies.
• Fluency in Dutch and English (spoken and written).
• Knowledge of Dutch employment law.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to use HR data and metrics to inform decisions.
• Flexibility to work 2–3 days per week from our office (primarily Amersfoort; Nijmegen and Delft are also options).

What you can expect from us

At Haskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

• A solid foundation: A competitive base salary between €5.400 and €6.400, based on experience, with annual increases.
• An attractive compensation package: Including a strong pension scheme with an 18.3% employer contribution, a 2.15% personal budget, and annual profit sharing. You’ll also have the opportunity to purchase company shares and share in our success.
• Work-life balance: 28 vacation days (based on full-time employment), with the option to purchase an additional 16.5 days per year and to exchange three public holidays for days that are personally meaningful to you. We work in a hybrid model with flexible hours, a home office allowance, and a fully equipped home workspace.
• Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups.
• Travel allowance: A conveniently located workplace at one of our offices, with travel expense reimbursement and an NS Business Card. If you walk or bike to work, you’ll receive a higher travel allowance—encouraging sustainable commuting.
• Informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.

As our new HR Business Partner, you will become part of a global HR team and contribute to impactful projects in a supportive and innovative environment.

For questions about the role, you can contact Anne Koelewijn, HR Business Partner, at anne.koelewijn@haskoning.com or Maria Boeve, Corporate Recruiter, at maria.boeve@haskoning.com.