Company Description
At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.
Job Description
MANAGER, PEOPLE & CULTURE (P&C), ITALY
Our People & Culture team in Italy supports approximately 265 employees across Konecranes’ legal entities, business areas, and functions. Based at our Agrate Brianza office, you will play a key role in shaping and developing local People & Culture operations while ensuring an excellent employee experience and high levels of engagement.
As the People & Culture Manager for Italy, you will partner closely with business leaders across the organisation, supporting business success and driving change initiatives both within the organisation and the People & Culture function.
You will work with a broad range of stakeholders, including senior business and functional leaders in Italy, while leading a local People & Culture team of two professionals. In addition, you will collaborate closely with BA/BU/Function People & Culture leaders and our Global People & Culture Shared Services teams to ensure aligned and effective people practices.
This role reports to the People & Culture Manager, EMEA South Cluster.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the implementation of global and business-specific people strategies in Italy.
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Partner with business leaders and Managing Directors to ensure a consistent, high-quality approach to all people-related matters.
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Inspire, coach, and develop your P&C team, promoting an inclusive and high-performance culture.
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Lead in risk management of employee relations.
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Act as internal advisor with respect labour legislation, including contractual matters as well as the applicable collective bargains.
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Lead the day-to-day activity Works Councils related.
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Oversee the delivery of P&C services throughout the employee lifecycle, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance.
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Drive and support people-related programmes, change initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
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Utilise data, metrics, and KPIs to inform decision-making and enhance operations.
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Ensure compliance with local employment regulations and alignment with Konecranes’ global standards.
Qualifications
About You
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Authentic, approachable, and inclusive leader with a global mindset.
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At least 10 years’ progressive HR experience (Manager/Generalist/Consultant), ideally in an international, matrixed environment.
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In-depth knowledge of Italy employment regulations.
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Proven ability to lead, influence, and develop teams in complex, fast-paced settings.
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Strong change management and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Advocate for digitalisation and continuous improvement in HR practices.
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Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working under pressure and with ambiguity.
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Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Human Resources or a related field.
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Fluent in English (spoken and written).
Additional Information
What We Offer
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A prominent, independent, and collaborative P&C leadership role within a global market leader.
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The opportunity to shape the next stage of our HR journey in Italy.
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A growth-oriented, ambitious culture and a supportive, forward-thinking team.
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Excellent career development and learning opportunities worldwide.
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Competitive salary, including fix salary plus annual Bonus.
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Company Car.
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Hybrid working up to 2 days working at home
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Employee shares save scheme
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Professional development opportunities and training
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Collaborative, international working environment
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Opportunity to contribute directly to business growth and customer satisfaction
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Experience in industrial sector will be positively considered.
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Willingness to travel up to 20%
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re passionate about people management and want to help drive Konecranes’ strategy and growth, we’d love to hear from you!
Please submit your CV in English via our recruitment system by the 2nd August at 23h 59. We review applications on an ongoing basis, and may close the position before the closing date.
For further information about the role, please contact Antoni Sanchez – Manager P&C EMEA South, via email: antoni.sanchez (at) konecranes.com
For any recruitment process-related questions, please reach out to Katre Laan, Global TA Team Lead, email katre.laan (at) konecranes.com
Konecranes moves what matters. We are a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.
Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.
