Manager HR Culture and Leadership

Location: Internally >> flexible Europe– Externally>> Barcelona, Spain or Maastricht or Delft, Netherlands

Help shape the culture and leadership identity of a global company with a strong purpose. As Culture & Leadership Manager, you will co-design and deliver initiatives that embed our values, strengthen leadership capability, and build a unified, high performing culture across regions. In this role, you influence leaders at all levels, work across HR and the business, and drive meaningful cultural transformation that enables our people to thrive.

Your key responsibilities

•    Culture Strategy & Transformation – Co design and deliver culture initiatives that bring our purpose, values, and leadership behaviors to life across all regions.
•    Leadership Development & Capability Building – Co develop leadership programs, embed the Leadership Framework, and partner with Talent & Performance on capability-building experiences.
•    Leadership Communities & Gatherings – Support global leadership offsites, communities, and engagement platforms to strengthen alignment and shared purpose.
•    Employee Experience & Engagement – Shape a consistent, inclusive employee experience focused on belonging, wellbeing, collaboration, and continuous feedback.
•    Change & Communication – Bring culture to life through storytelling, clear narratives, and collaborative activation with Internal Communications and regional HR.
•    Data, Measurement & Insights – Track cultural, leadership, and engagement KPIs; translate insights into practical actions and targeted interventions for leaders.

We bring

•    A global platform to shape culture and leadership in a purpose driven, science led organization
•    Opportunities to work across continents, cultures, and functions, influencing senior leaders
•    A collaborative, people centered culture where ideas are valued and diverse perspectives thrive
•    Continuous growth through exposure to global culture, inclusion, and leadership initiatives
•    The chance to make a real impact on employee experience, performance, and wellbeing
•    A dynamic, supportive Talent & Culture community focused on elevating people and teams

You bring

•    8–10+ years’ experience in HR, Culture, Leadership Development, Organizational Development, or Transformation in a global environment
•    Proven success designing and delivering culture and leadership programs with measurable outcomes
•    Strong stakeholder management, facilitation, and influencing skills, including executive presence
•    A data driven mindset, with experience using engagement and leadership analytics
•    Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus
•    Curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for shaping culture and developing future ready leaders

About dsm-firmenich
 
 
At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. 
Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.
 
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.
 
And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future. 
Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.
 
 
 
Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

 
 
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.
 
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.
 
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you.
 
And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.
 

 Agency statement 

 
We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.