We are looking for a forward‑thinking HR leader with deep experience in global R&D environments, strong business acumen, and the ability to influence at all levels in a complex, matrix-organization. This role partners closely with the Chief Technology Officer, R&D leadership, Zone HR organizations and global HR centers of expertise to build a world‑class talent ecosystem that accelerates innovation, strengthens organizational capability, and supports long‑term business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR leadership to the global R&D function, ensuring alignment with the corporate mission, vision, values and long‑term technology roadmap.
• Build strong, trust‑based relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a credible business partner across multiple regions and R&D hubs.
• Lead the full people agenda for R&D, including performance management, talent attraction, talent management, retention, succession planning, and skills development.
• Shape organizational structures, roles, and interfaces to support agility, collaboration, and efficient global execution.
• Drive capability‑building initiatives by identifying current and future skill needs, evaluating gaps, and prioritizing development actions.
• Provide authoritative HR advice to R&D leadership on complex organizational, cultural, and people‑related topics.
• Lead change management efforts for major R&D transformation initiatives, including digitalization and global workforce evolution.

• Use data and analytics to guide decisions, monitor workforce trends, and support personnel cost planning.