Head of People

Are you a strategic People & Culture professional who thrives in a dynamic, international environment and wants to help shape a future-oriented organization? At KidsKonnect, you'll have the opportunity to support the growth of our organization across Europe and make a direct impact on our team, culture, and employee development.

Full-time - Almere / Hybride

**About KidsKonnect**:
KidsKonnect is a leading, innovative SaaS (Software as a Service) company focused on childcare and primary education. Our mission is to help childcare and education professionals concentrate on their primary role: promoting the development of children. With a user-friendly software platform, we support childcare centers and schools in planning, personnel management, child development tracking, and parent communication.
- As a rapidly growing, socially responsible company, we are active in three countries, with a strong foundation in the Netherlands, and have ambitious plans for further international expansion. Our 200+ employees support more than one million children aged 0-12, creating a future where software positively impacts child development.**About the role**:
Reporting to the COO, the Head of People & Culture holds responsibility for People & Culture functions across Europe. In this role, you will provide strategic direction on talent management, career and rewards programs, governance and compliance, and organizational culture. You’ll play a crucial role in fostering a high-performance culture and leadership at all levels while supporting employee growth and well-being.

With a team of seven professionals, you’ll work closely with senior leadership to achieve business objectives by driving key talent initiatives and leadership programs. You will develop strategies to improve talent retention and rewards, ensure efficient and scalable HR processes, and advise on matters across the entire employee lifecycle, including recruitment, performance management, and workforce strategy.

**Key Responsibilities**- Lead and coach the HR & Culture team.
- Partner with senior leaders to execute talent initiatives that align with hiring and development needs.
- Advise senior leaders on workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, and change management.
- Develop and implement leadership and development programs tailored to team needs.
- Act as a strategic advisor on HR issues, driving performance, productivity, and employee satisfaction.
- Collaborate with Compliance and Legal to ensure adherence to local labor laws and regulations.
- Provide metrics-driven consultation to coach and influence leadership on people and performance trends.
- Ensure efficiency and scalability of People & Culture practices to enable smooth business operations.
- **Regional Responsibilities**- Serve as a local point of contact for recruitment and employee matters within the region.
- Proactively guide and address employee relations issues, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions in the region.
- Collaborate with Compliance to identify and address areas of non-compliance and develop corrective action plans as needed.**What We Offer**:
- Annual training budget.
- 26 vacation days.
- Mobility allowance.
- Company phone and laptop.
- Work-life balance with hybrid work options (Almere and home).
- An informal and dynamic work environment.**About you**:
We are looking for an experienced and results-driven People & Culture professional with a proven record in supporting teams within complex, fast-growing organizations. You can translate strategy into actionable initiatives, have strong project management skills, and are passionate about team development. Additionally, you have:
- Extensive experience as an HR Business Partner in complex, high-growth, international environments.
- Expertise in metrics, performance indicators, and collaboration across dispersed teams.
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills to develop innovative solutions.
- Bachelor’s degree in HR or Organizational Development; a Master’s degree is preferred.
- Proficiency in both Dutch and English.
- **Competencies and Core Values**
- Our core values—Stimulating, Committed, Ownership, and Reliable—are reflected in your work style. You work independently, are proactive, and prioritize quality, always aiming for the best outcomes. You take initiative, communicate clearly, and consistently deliver on commitments.