Human Resources Business Partner & Operations Specialist (12-14 month fixed term contract)

BlackBerry provides enterprises and governments the intelligent software and services that power the world around us. Our company's high-performance foundational software enables major automakers and industrial giants alike to unlock transformative applications, drive new revenue streams and launch innovative business models, all without sacrificing safety, security, and reliability. With a deep heritage in Secure Communications, BlackBerry delivers operational resiliency with a comprehensive, highly secure, and extensively certified portfolio for mobile fortification, mission-critical communications, and critical events

We have a fantastic opportunity to join BlackBerry’s global People team in Dusseldorf on a fixed term contract basis (12-14 months, maternity cover)

• Position
• As part of BlackBerry’s global People Team, you’ll be more than just an HR professional — you’ll be a trusted advisor and strategic partner for employees and managers across Germany and the wider EMEA region. This hybrid role blends the expertise of an HR Business Partner with the hands-on precision of an HR Operations Specialist, giving you the opportunity to shape both global People programs and local initiatives that truly enhance the employee experience. You’ll play a pivotal role in the employee lifecycle, ensuring our People strategies align with business goals while fostering a culture where employees thrive.
• Join us and be part of a global team that ensures our people are at the very heart of our success
• You will
• Champion People programs: talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, compensation, and rewards.
• Partner with employees and leaders to guide policies, employee relations, and compliance.
• Bring local expertise: ensure programs align with German labour law and EMEA practices.
• Use data and analytics to drive workforce planning and uncover actionable insights.
• Manage employee lifecycle events, documentation, and HRIS transactions (Workday).
• Lead change: support communication and transformation initiatives across regions

• You will have
• Proven HR experience across Operations and Business Partner/Generalist roles.
• A degree or diploma in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• HRIS experience (Workday is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of German labour law and EMEA employment practices.
• Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• Languages: German & English (French would be an asset but not essential
• Your Core Competencies
• Business acumen: you see how People programs fuel performance.
• Relationship builder: trusted by employees and managers alike.
• Problem solver: proactive, practical, and solution-oriented.
• Adaptive communicator: tailoring your style to every audience.
• Change leader: flexible and skilled at guiding teams through transformation