Hr Director - Recon & Dts, Western Europe
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At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.
As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards.
We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered and recognised. What You Can Expect This is a high-impact HR Director role supporting our largest business unit in EMEA – the Reconstructive comfortable with sustained periods of high intensity and willing to work the hours required to deliver results in a demanding environment.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to connect people strategy to business performance and articulate the HR value proposition in business terms. Outstanding influencing, coaching, and communication skills with the courage to provide candid, constructive feedback to senior leaders.
Proven track record of managing through complexity and ambiguity in a multi-country, matrixed organisation. Experience partnering with challenging, high-expectations business leaders and the ability to build trust and credibility quickly.
Deep knowledge of Western European employment law, employee representation frameworks (works councils, unions), and cross-border HR practices. Culturally agile with the ability to adapt style and approach across different Western European markets and business cultures.
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to use data to diagnose issues and support decision-making. Collaborative leadership style – able to leverage HR Centres of Excellence and broader HR resources effectively while maintaining ownership and accountability.
Your Background Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field required. Master’s Degree or MBA strongly preferred. Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, including significant time in a senior HRBP or HR Director capacity supporting commercial or operational business units.
Demonstrated experience operating across multiple Western European countries, with a strong understanding of diverse employment legislation, cultural norms, and labour relations practices. MedTech, medical device, or broader life sciences industry experience highly preferred.
Experience supporting organisations of 500+ employees across multiple geographies. Track record of successfully leading organisational change, restructuring, and transformation initiatives. Multi-language capability is a strong advantage (English fluency required; proficiency in one or more additional Western European languages preferred).
CIPD, SHRM, or equivalent HR professional certification is a plus. Travel Expectations This role requires significant travel across Western Europe, typically ranging from 50% to 75% depending on business cycles and seasonal demands.
The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel extensively to support a dispersed, multi-country organisation and to be physically present with the business and leadership teams on a regular basis. Location: This role can be based in any Western European country where Zimmer Biomet has an established presence.
The exact location is flexible and will be determined in consultation with the successful candidate, recognising that travel across the region will be a core element of the role. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability