HR Director

Are you ready to be a part of a dynamic team at one of the world's leading multinational Big 4 companies, renowned for its expertise in VAT compliance?

At KPMG Global Services Hungary, we are on the lookout for passionate and skilled professionals to join our **Corporate Functions (HR, Marketing, PMO, Risk Management, Finance, and Operations)**team. If you thrive in a setting where innovation and excellence are celebrated, consider making your mark with us. Explore the possibilities within our corporate functions, where your talents will contribute to the success of our clients and the overall impact of our organization.

Budapest is host to KPMG Global Services Hungary (KGSH), KPMG’s international center of excellence forVAT compliance solutions. Our team of multicultural professionals provides coverage in more than 40 countries with relevant language and technical skills.

ROLE SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a new strategic HR Director to lead our People, Performance & Culture (PPC) team. This role will help us serve our internal customers by ensuring compliance with local and global HR requirements, and develop our People Strategy in collaboration with KGSH Leadership to meet the company’s goals.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy and Management

• Formulate the HR strategy by identifying key issues, providing insights, analysis, and recommendations to influence organizational strategic planning and direction; set HR objectives in alignment with KPMG Global guidelines.
• Implement HR strategies by establishing department accountabilities, including talent acquisition, staffing, compensation, benefits, training and development, records management, safety, succession planning, employee relations, retention, and legal compliance.
• Plan and manage the PPC budget and forecasting.
• Monitor trends and develop actions regarding labor market, salary benchmarking, employee opinion surveys, and external HR community interactions.
• Provide HR advice, expert proposals, and solutions to Partners and KGSH Leadership.
• Lead in developing a culture that enables employees to perform in accordance with the firm’s objectives.
• Develop employer branding strategy.

HR Operations

• Manage HR operations and the PPC team.
• Plan, design, develop, and evaluate HR-related initiatives to support organizational strategic goals.
• Drive and implement changes.
• Ensure professional internal communication.

Organizational Development

• Support the development and implementation of organizational development programs.
• Provide counseling and make proposals for career development plans.

Legal & Compliance

• Consult with Partners and KGSH Leadership on labor issues.
• Follow legislative changes and implement policy updates as necessary.
• Act as the primary contact for payroll and labor administration service providers, resourcing partners, and HR subcontractors.
• Ensure all people-related activities comply with Global Risk Management, audit requirements, and local standards.

REQUIREMENTS:

• University/College degree, preferably in Human Resource Management
• 10+ years of relevant work experience, ideally in an SSC/BSC/GDC environment
• Strong knowledge of Hungarian labor law
• Experience in developing HR strategy for a large organization
• Demonstrated ability to manage and execute company transformations and lead change management initiatives
• People management experience
• Experience working closely with leadership teams
• Proven track record of building HR organizations, processes, and solutions
• Advanced written and spoken English
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Comfortable with interacting and making presentations to senior management
• Strong collaborative and motivational skills
• Executive presence

WHAT WE OFFER:

• 2 days home office opportunity and flexible working hours
• Private health care coverage including dental services (Medicover)
• Eyeglasses compensation
• Collective life and accident insurance
• Wide range of Cafeteria elements (such as SZÉP Card, MOL Bubi, MOL Limo)
• Annual bonus may be awarded based on your and the Firm’s performance
• Company car/car allowance
• iPhone14 with subscription
• Internal coaching opportunity
• Sports opportunities and All You Can Move sportpass availability
• Compensation for long-distance commutes (for those who commute to work from outside the city limits)
• Relocation support for foreign candidates
• 3 paid days for volunteering and CSR activities
• In-depth professional training from beginner to advanced level
• Opportunity to participate in English and Hungarian language courses

*Elements should be in line with company guidelines and policies.