We are seeking a seasoned and highly motivated HR professional to join SolarPower Europe's team as an HR Business Partner.

About SolarPower Europe

SolarPower Europe is a member-led association representing the European solar PV sector. Our mission is to ensure that more energy is generated by solar than any other energy source by 2030 and to lead our members in making solar the core of a smart, sustainable, and inclusive energy system. With over 300 members spanning more than 40 countries, we are an award-winning association committed to scaling up solar energy globally.

We offer a dynamic working environment within a close-knit and multicultural team in Brussels. SolarPower Europe works to deliver excellence. This is only possibly working with the most talented, purpose-driven and enthusiastic team that helps us to achieve our mission and objectives.

This position is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional to lead and shape the HR strategy in a growing, mission-driven organisation.

Job responsibilities

Reporting to the COO, the HR Business Partner will lead the HR functions of the organisation. Key responsibilities include:

· Developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives that are aligned with SolarPower Europe’s mission and growth.

· Nurturing a positive and productive working environment by promoting a culture of collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being.

· Leading talent acquisition strategies to attract top talent in a competitive and dynamic environment.

· Designing and overseeing performance management systems that ensure high performance across teams, providing feedback and development opportunities.

· Identifying training and development needs, driving programmes that elevate team competencies and leadership capabilities.

· Enhancing HR policies and practices, drafting employee handbooks, and ensuring they reflect best practices and compliance with legal requirements.

· Leading Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives to create an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace.

· Ensuring compliance with Belgian labour laws, keeping the organisation informed about legislative changes.

· Strategically managing employee relations, addressing grievances and fostering effective communication between leadership and staff.

· Overseeing HR operations, including payroll processing, benefits administration, and other operational HR tasks.

Profile

The ideal candidate has the following professional profile:

· 5+ years of proven working experience in general HR management, ideally in a non-profit association.

· A strategic mindset with experience designing and implementing HR strategies that align with organisational goals.

· People-oriented and results-driven.

· Experience with running training programmes

· Demonstrable experience with human resources metrics.

· Knowledge of HR systems and databases.

· Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills.

· Excellent active listening, communication, and negotiation skills.

· Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company.

· In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices.

· Degree in Human Resources, Psychology or related field.

Our offer

· A permanent Belgian contract with a competitive remuneration package;

· Employee benefits paid by SolarPower Europe make this offer even more attractive: public transportation allowance, work-from-home allowance, dental and hospitalisation insurance, and lunch vouchers.

Solar for All

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are at the heart of our mission to ensure that solar is at the core of a smart, sustainable and inclusive energy system. The more diverse our team, the more unique perspectives and ideas we can share to move this mission forward. 


We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures and experiences to help make this a reality.

Application

A CV (maximum 2 pages) and a one-page motivation letter should be sent to recruitment@solarpowereurope.org by 5 May 2025 quoting “HR Business Partner” in the subject line.

Note that while we recognise the role of generative AI tools within the workplace, we would like your cover letter to share and demonstrate your unique perspective and approach to the role. For this reason, we discourage overreliance on such tools in your application.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Do not forget to mention that you found this job ad on the Euractiv Jobsite!