Head of People and Culture

About Magnus Energy

Magnus Energy helps organisations navigate the energy transition. As one of Europe’s leading energy consultancies, we support system operators, energy suppliers, regulatory authorities and many others from strategy through to delivery. From setting a new direction and reshaping organisations, to moving projects forward, delivering change and optimising operations.

Our diverse international team includes technical experts, programme managers, management consultants and pragmatic problem-solvers. With 17+ nationalities across five European hubs, we cover every aspect of the energy transition - working towards a secure, sustainable and affordable energy system, and a bright future for all.

Head of People & Culture

Are you ready to lead and shape our people strategy, support leadership and create a purpose-driven culture?

What you will do

As Head of People & Culture you will shape and lead the people strategy of a fast-growing consulting organisation operating at the heart of the energy transition. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, you will lead the HR, People and Culture (HRPC) agenda that powers Magnus Energy’s growth ambition, shaping a future-ready organisation with a compelling EVP, strong leadership and talent pipelines, and an inclusive, high-performance culture rooted in purpose and sustainable employability.

You will oversee the full HRPC lifecycle, combining strategic leadership with hands-on execution, and play a pivotal role in further developing our organisation.

On a day to day basis you will:

• Define and lead the overall HRPC strategy, partnering closely with our leadership team to enable Magnus Energy’s ambitions, with strong focus on strategic workforce planning.
• Further strengthen and evolve Magnus Energy’s culture and values, enhancing an engaging, inclusive employee experience that supports performance and sustainable employability.
• Enable long-term career growth through meaningful development, mentorship, and leadership programmes, strengthening internal mobility and leadership pipelines.
• Lead the design and governance of compliant HR frameworks and policies that bring Magnus Energy’s EVP to life across our headquarters in Naarden (the Netherlands) and our hubs in Brussels, Copenhagen, Cologne, and Vienna.
• Proactively initiate and lead the optimization and/or redesign of HR processes and our end-to-end employee journey, driving automation, digitization and scalable people practices.
• Establish a data-driven people function, using advanced HR insights to inform strategic decisions, measure impact, and continuously improve people outcomes.
• Develop and coach the HR and Recruitment team while establishing high standards and building a best-in-class HR function.

Who we are looking for

• A Senior HR leader (8+ years’ experience) with a Master’s degree in HRM or Business Management, and a minimum of 5 years in people-management roles within complex, international environments. Experience within a consulting organization is an advantage.
• Strategic HR advisor and leader, combining business insights with data literacy to influence decisions and support organisational performance.
• Trusted stakeholder partner and relationship builder, experienced in working with Works Councils, leadership teams, and diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Clear communicator and problem solver, operating with integrity, sound ethical judgement, and confidence in handling sensitive people matters.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Dutch (minimum C1).
• Strong presence and resilience; thrives in fast-paced environments.
• Results-driven project leader, with strong project management capabilities.
• Experience in post-merger change management (PMI, cultural integration), is a plus.

What we offer

• A competitive salary aligned with your experience.
• Memorable company events - legendary ski trips, energy camps, team socials.
• A stimulating working environment: a team of around 120 consultants and experts. All motivated professionals who respect each other and want to learn from each other. No egos, but commitment and fun.
• A truly international team with 17+ nationalities, working from offices in Naarden (the Netherlands) and satellite offices in Cologne (Germany), Brussels (Belgium), Copenhagen (Denmark) and Vienna (Austria).
• A flexible way of working: working for a variety of clients across Europe, we offer a flexible work environment tuned to the new work approach.
• A unique opportunity for professional growth: you will develop on the job in a challenging and supportive environment, following an individual development trajectory tailored to your ambitions, with additional support from our Energy Academy.
• And, most importantly, the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable and resilient energy system across Europe - and a bright future for all.