Constructor Knowledge

Constructor Group is an international research-led ecosystem headquartered in Switzerland, integrating education, research, and business services to foster global innovation. It operates through three interconnected entities: Constructor Knowledge, providing education services including top-ranked academic institutions and online programs; Constructor Tech, a technology platform powered by machine intelligence and data science serving 15 million customers and teachers with $7.5B ARR; and Constructor Capital, a global venture capital fund investing in early-stage software and deep tech startups with over $150M under management. The group focuses on solving global challenges through science, education, and technology, leveraging a broad academic and business network including Nobel laureates and industry leaders. Its business model includes education services, technology platform subscriptions, and venture capital investments, positioning it as a transformative force in education and research innovation.

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Constructor Knowledge

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HQSchaffhausen, CH

Team Size114

Open Jobs7

Total Funding-

Latest FundraiseUnknown

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VP of People

On-SiteBremen, Bremen, DE

On-Site • Bremen, Bremen, DE

Constructor University (formerly Jacobs University Bremen gGmbH) is a private, state-accredited, English-language research university in Bremen. We are offering PreDegree, Bachelor, Master or PhD programs in three schools: School of Science, School of Computer Science & Engineering, School of Business, Social & Decision Sciences and are involved in the professional development of specialists and managers and in the transfer of knowledge. Our principles are first class research and teaching, international diversity and transdisciplinary cooperation. As an international university we attract highly talented and open-minded students from all over the world. Currently, more than 1,500 students from over 100 nations live and study on our residential campus.

We are looking for a VP of People who will take genuine ownership of our HR team and the development of people processes across the company, ensuring that they effectively support our employees, leadership, and organizational goals.

If you enjoy a dynamic international working environment and like to work in a highly motivated and friendly team, you are exactly right with us! You can expect an open corporate culture with flat hierarchies as well as interesting and challenging tasks. During your induction, you will be optimally prepared for your area of responsibility.

Your responsibilities:

Your qualifications:

Higher degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Labor Law or equivalent qualification
Several years of professional experience in the field of Human Resources including leadership responsibility
Strong expertise in labor and tax law, cooperation with works councils, organizational development, and change management, with the ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization
Proactive and highly responsive mindset with strong stakeholder orientation
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, stress resistance, empathy and assertiveness
Fluency in English and German (written and verbal)

We offer:

The result counts: trust working hours for work-life balance
Individual on-boarding, career- and development planning
Company fitness program offers with EGYM Well Pass (former Qualitrain)
Green campus with recreation areas, take the tour: https://www.jacobs-university.de/campustour/
Campus-based working environment, with the possibility to work from home a few days per month
Constructor University has extensive programs on sustainability, environmental sustainability, equal opportunities and high ethical values

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Management of the Human Resources department (12 employees) and the Internal Service Center (8 employees)

Implementation, further development and shaping of the internal HR strategy

Development and optimization of talent acquisition processes

Design and continuous improvement of on-boarding and adaptation programs

Support effective integration and retention of new employees

Implementation of performance management frameworks and KPIs, including goal setting, feedback and evaluation cycles

Shaping and implementing organizational and people development processes in cooperation with the executive board

Leadership of organizational development projects and management of change processes

Close cooperation with the works council

Consulting and supporting the management team in all personnel matters

Support and implementation of personnel and labor law measures

Responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of the personnel budget

Further development of all personnel processes in Human Resources with the help of software and process design

Strengthening organizational culture, employee engagement, and cross-department collaboration

Leadership of HR digitalization projects