At DeLaval , we’re proud to be a global leader in developing smart, sustainable solutions for dairy farmers around the world. Innovation is at the heart of everything we do, and we’re driven by a mission to help our customers produce more with less – for their business, their animals, and the planet.

We’re now looking for a new HR Business Partner to join our dynamic HR team, supporting DeLaval International , our global headquarters.

If you’re passionate about strategic HR and want to make a real difference in a company that values sustainability, innovation, and collaboration – this could be your next challenge.

About the Role

You’ll work closely with managers across multiple functions, acting as a trusted advisor and key driver of our people agenda. From coaching managers and leading change initiatives to handling union negotiations and driving leadership development – this is a truly broad and impactful role.

What You’ll Do

Your day-to-day responsibilities will vary, but expect to be involved in:

Strategic Business Partnership : Act as a dedicated HR business partner to managers, providing expert guidance across all areas of people management, workforce planning, talent management planning and organizational effectiveness.
HR Process Leadership : Lead and coordinate annual and cyclical HR processes, such as performance management, compensation reviews, and talent reviews, ensuring alignment with business goals and best practices.
Employee amp; Labor Relations : Advise and coach managers on complex employee relations matters, including performance issues, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes. Lead interactions with union representatives and ensure compliance with Swedish labor law, particularly in relation to BC workers.
Organizational Development amp; Change Management : Support and facilitate organizational design efforts, culture transformation initiatives, and leadership development programs to strengthen capabilities and support business growth.
Talent Acquisition amp; Onboarding : Collaborate with hiring managers an recruiter to support end-to-end recruitment efforts, from crafting compelling job profiles to ensuring seamless onboarding experiences.
Employer Branding amp; Talent Strategy : Contribute to initiatives aimed at enhancing our employer brand and talent attraction strategies to build a strong and diverse talent pipeline.
Continuous Improvement amp; Operational Excellence : Identify opportunities for process improvement within the HR function, driving efficiencies and elevating the employee experience.
HR Data handling : Ensure the accuracy and confidentiality of HR data, support reporting needs, and oversee essential administrative tasks to maintain high-quality HR operations.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is not only experienced but also curious, solution-oriented, and ready to make a difference. Specifically, you’ll bring:

Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in a broad HR Business Partner role or equivalent capacity within a complex, matrixed organization
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field (HR, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or similar).
Proven experience supporting blue-collar (BC) populations , with strong practical knowledge of Swedish labor law and established experience in union collaboration and negotiations
Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and influence decision-making at all levels
Strong business acumen and a strategic mindset, with the agility to shift between strategic advisory and hands-on execution
Experience in driving and implementing organizational change and leadership development initiatives
Excellent communication skills in both Swedish and English – verbal, written, and presentation
Comfortable facilitating workshops and group discussions, both virtually and in person
High degree of integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive issues
A positive, curious, and proactive attitude with a continuous improvement mindset
Willingness to travel occasionally to support key initiatives across sites or business functions

What we offer

A workplace like no other! Where strong values guide our decisions and where state-of-the-art technology goes hand in hand with animal welfare.

Personal benefits: Attractive remuneration and individual incentive program
Private health insurance
Parental leave and wellness compensation
A secure employment and benefits from the collective agreement (occupational pension, work-related accident insurance, reduction of working hours etc.)
Flexible working hours and a hybrid way of working

Additional information

The position is based in Tumba and occasional global travelling will be part of this position. DeLaval is a part of the Tetra Laval Group together with Tetra Pak and Sidel.

Please send us your application as soon as possible. Selection and interviews will be held on a continuous basis during the summer.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

About DeLaval

Our vision is to make sustainable food production possible. As a company built on innovation, we constantly work to find ways of helping our customers, dairy farmers, do more with less by providing world-leading milking equipment and solutions.

Today, DeLaval has approximately 4,500 passionate professionals operating in more than 100 markets around the world. DeLaval is part of the Tetra Laval Group. See more at corporate.delaval.com