Senior Manager HR Nordics

Location: Denmark    

                                                                                                                                 
Place of work: On Site  

As Senior Manager HR Nordics, you will be responsible for creating a consistent "One dsm-firmenich" employee experience at every moment that matters, bringing global business unit strategies, Group HR plans, and dsm-firmenich Values & Behaviors to life across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. This is an exciting opportunity for an agile and creative leader to deliver integrated HR solutions at the local level, driving business growth and building engaged teams in a dynamic, multi-country environment.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. 

Internal Candidates & Relocation

If there is an internal candidate who is not currently based in Denmark, dsm-firmenich will consider relocating that person for this role. For the right internal candidate, the company would cover relocation costs to Denmark.

Your key responsibilities

•    Champion and deploy the "One dsm-firmenich" HR strategy across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, ensuring alignment with global and regional objectives.
•    Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing HR team, fostering collaboration and sharing best practices across the cluster.
•    Drive and implement local and cross-country HR initiatives, supporting transformation, growth, and business development.
•    Oversee efficient, aligned, and lean HR processes, maintaining close support to business needs.
•    Manage labor relations, unions, and works councils, ensuring legal and social compliance with Nordic employment laws and company standards.
•    Coordinate recruitment, talent pipeline development, and succession planning for key roles, adapting approaches to local market conditions.
•    Foster a culture of empowerment, inclusion, and high performance, promoting ongoing workforce development and employee engagement.
•    Advise and support business leaders and employees on HR matters, including employee relations, policies, and strategic HR projects.
•    Collaborate with country leaders and the European Regional Rewards Lead to ensure competitive and aligned compensation and benefits.
•    Lead change management and stakeholder engagement for new initiatives, ensuring successful adoption across the cluster.
•    Oversee staff administration and support annual HR budgeting for the Nordic countries.
•    Report to VP Regional HR Europe and participate in the European Regional HR Leadership Team

We bring

•    A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
•    A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally
•    The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose
•    A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome
•    Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
•    An eagerness to be one team where we learn from each other to bring progress to life, create a better future and have fun together whilst delivering to our best capabilities

You bring

•    Master’s or Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in HR, Business Administration, Law, Social Sciences, plus professional HR training.
•    10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, including strategic partnership in international settings, ideally with a proven record of success in a manufacturing environment.
•    Strategic and analytical mindset with outstanding stakeholder management, communication, influencing, and change management skills at all levels.
•    Deep understanding of employer practices, labor laws, and legal/social compliance requirements in the Nordic region.
•    Organizational and cultural awareness/sensitivity, with proven ability to operate effectively in the Nordics.
•    Fluency in English is required, along with full proficiency in Danish—or alternatively, Norwegian. 
•    Demonstrated ability to collaborate with leadership teams and negotiate with unions.
•    Ownership, accountability, and initiative in decision-making, aligned with company values.
•    Commitment to teamwork, inclusivity, and fostering a unified, cross-country team dynamic.
•    Curiosity, creativity, and a drive for innovation and positive change in a multicultural environment.

Our recruitment process

Are you interested in this role? Please, apply by submitting your Cv in English.
 

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.

Interested in the position? Please apply online by sending us your CV in English via the career portal - https://careers.dsm-firmenich.com/en/careers.html

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, 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.