HR Director, Fiskars Americas

Fiskars Group; Middleton; On-site; GBP 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer goods company is seeking an experienced HR Director for the Americas to drive talent strategies and oversee payroll and benefits. This role involves collaborating with leadership teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and fostering a culture of excellence. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of HR experience, possess strong communication skills, and thrive in a diverse environment. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Health and Wellness programs

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development opportunities

Inclusive and Diverse Environment

Recognition and Rewards programs

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of relevant HR experience leading teams across multiple locations.
• Experience managing HR in the USA with a focus on the Americas region.
• Strong ability to work independently and exercise judgment in decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire HR and Facilities teams fostering a culture of excellence.
• Ensure Fiskars Americas is recognized as a top destination for talent.
• Collaborate with the global HR team to deliver initiatives effectively.

Skills

HR leadership

Talent strategies

Communication skills

Business acumen

Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Master's in Psychology, Sociology, or Organizational Design

Job description

**COOKIE NOTICE**Effective date: 25.06.2024* **“Apply with LinkedIn” plugin is used on our Career site**. **It e**nables you to apply for jobs by using your LinkedIn profile. This plugin is offered by LinkedIn and subject to******4. Changes to this Cookie Notice**We reserve the right to change and modify this Cookie Notice from time to time. When we post changes to this Cookie Notice, we will modify the “effective date” at the top of this Cookie Notice to indicate when such changes have come into effect.### At Fiskars Group we are unified and driven by our common purpose: pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary. Join our team and seize the extraordinary opportunity to influence the everyday!**Fiskars Group**, established in 1649 as an ironworks, has grown to become a leading consumer goods company. Today, Fiskars serves people around the world through a portfolio of globally recognized brands, including Fiskars, Gerber, Iittala, Royal Copenhagen, Waterford, and Wedgwood. We’re building a family of iconic lifestyle brands with a mission to create a positive, lasting impact on quality of life.Fiskars Group’s HR team has an exciting opportunity for an experienced **HR Director, Fiskars Americas** to join our global HR team. This role reports directly to the Chief HR Officer, based in Europe, and is the top HR position supporting the Americas (including the US and Canada).As HR Director, you will play a critical role in shaping and executing talent strategies that enable growth, innovation, and organizational effectiveness across Fiskars Americas. You’ll be responsible for leading HR initiatives and ensuring they align with both business objectives and global HR strategies. You will work closely with leadership teams at Fiskars Americas and Gerber, driving HR programs that attract, retain, and develop top talent.Additionally, this role oversees Payroll and Benefits functions for Fiskars Group businesses in the Americas, with a team of ten professionals, including Payroll & Benefits specialists, HRBPs, and Facilities team members.**Key Responsibilities:*** Lead and inspire HR and Facilities teams, fostering a culture of excellence.* Collaborate with the global HR team to deliver initiatives on time, within budget, and with high quality.* Drive a culture of accountability and execution excellence across Fiskars Americas.* Partner with management teams to address people-related topics and solutions.* Represent the Americas region’s HR needs on a global stage within the Fiskars Group.* Ensure Fiskars Americas is recognized as a top destination for talent, attracting and retaining the best people.* Communicate effectively at all levels, collaborating with teams across different geographies and departments.**We would like you to:*** Demonstrate strong advocacy for company values and leadership behaviors.* Prioritize effectively and focus on initiatives that bring the greatest value.* Exhibit grit, high ethical standards, and a strong work ethic.* Leverage business acumen to influence business results through HR strategies.* Thrive in an international, diverse environment, working across borders and cultures.* Provide exceptional coaching and business partnering to senior leaders.* Solve complex problems and influence decisions at all levels.* Bring broad experience across multiple HR disciplines.**In addition, you have:*** A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (Master's in Psychology, Sociology, or Organizational Design is a plus).* Over 10 years of relevant HR experience, with a proven track record of leading teams across multiple locations.* Strong ability to work independently and exercise judgment in decision-making.* Experience managing HR in the USA, preferably with a focus on the Americas region.* Exceptional communication skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.* Fluency in English, with experience working in an organization with diverse language backgrounds.**What we offer:**This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a global company with iconic brands. At Fiskars, we believe in fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, innovate, and grow. We trust our employees to shape their own paths, offering opportunities for personal and professional development. Join us in pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary.This role is based at our **Middleton, WI** office.**Fiskars is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.**We look forward to hearing from you! **Join us in making the everyday extraordinary!**#LI-KB1**Last day of application:**2026-01-05\*\*\*\*\*At Fiskars, we value providing benefits that matter to you and cater to our diverse global workforce, no matter where you are in the world. While benefits may vary based on location, here are some of the incredible offerings you can expect when joining our team:**Competitive Compensation:** We ensure that our employees are fairly compensated based on industry standards and local market factors.**Health and Wellness:** Your well-being matters to us, no matter where you are. We offer various health and well-being focused programs and coverage, adapted to the requirements of each region.**Work-Life Balance:** We understand the need for balance in your life. Our paid time off plans and flexible work arrangements and policies are designed to accommodate local customs and personal commitments, enabling you to thrive in both your professional and personal life.**Professional Development:** We believe in nurturing talent and supporting professional growth. Through training programs, skill development initiatives and learning resources, we empower our employees to reach their full potential.**Inclusive and Diverse Environment:** We value diversity and promote inclusivity. Join a workplace where your unique background and perspectives are celebrated, fostering collaboration and respect across all our markets.**Recognition and Rewards:** We believe in celebrating and recognizing the contributions of our employees worldwide. Our recognition programs are designed to acknowledge exceptional performance and achievements, ensuring that your efforts are celebrated and valued.**Vested Interest:** Through our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP), you have the opportunity to invest in Fiskars Group and become a proud co-owner, sharing in the success and growth of the company.**Employee Discounts:** We want to ensure our team members make each day the extraordinary with use of our products and offer product discounts across our brands.*Please note that specific benefits may vary based on local regulations, market conditions, and other factors. We are committed to providing competitive and meaningful benefits to our employees in every market we operate.*\*\*\*\*\****Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary****Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth. In 2024, Fiskars Group’s global net sales were EUR 1.2 billion and we had close to 7,000 employees. We have two Business Areas (BA), Vita and Fiskars.**BA Vita offers premium and luxury products for the tableware, drinkware, jewelry and interior categories. Its well-known brands include Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, Wedgwood, Moomin Arabia, Iittala and Waterford. In 2024, BA Vita’s reported net sales were EUR 605 million. Already 50% of BA Vita’s net sales comes from direct-to-consumer sales, comprising approximately