Global People Business Partner - Sweden

Schibsted is in the process of building a strong People function to support an ambitious business agenda. We are professionalising our services and processes in order to deliver business value through standardised global processes, self service solutions, common platforms and people insights. We have exciting times ahead as we are establishing our people function as a major competitive advantage.

As part of the transition, we are looking to strengthen our team with an ambitious and skilled Global People Business Partner. You will be a part of an agile, global team that delivers tasks on prioritised areas across different businesses in Schibsted, with a dedicated responsibility for some of our Swedish businesses where expertise in local legislation is required.

You will be a credible and trusted People Business Partner who truly understands all aspects of the business and who dares to challenge with new thoughts and perspectives.

Your main tasks will be:

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Drive and support implementation of HR initiatives, processes and programs across Schibsted and actively promote best practices

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Work closely with local management teams to develop and implement the people strategy supporting the overall strategic objectives of the business

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Be a strategic partner to the business on topics such as organisational design, compensation & benefits, coaching and performance management, legal inquiries, conflict resolution, talent management, employee satisfaction and retention

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Provide expertise on country specific legislation and regulations

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Partner with Centre of Excellence People functions on specialist topics (e.g. talent acquisition, learning & development, compensation & benefits) through our matrix organisation and collaborate in delivering specialist services and platforms to our business

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Champion a world class employee experience

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Drive performance and development processes including managing high potentials, facilitating succession, and support finding new talent

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Deliver high business impact through relevant use of people data and analytics

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Live our company values of being people-oriented, agile, collaborative and entrepreneurial


To succeed in this position, we believe you have the following capabilities:

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Comprehensive all-round HR expertise and experience including a clear understanding of the link between HR and the business strategy

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Relevant education, minimum Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or other relevant field

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Preferably worked within a matrix organisation, and can demonstrate an understanding of what this entails

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Solid understanding of Swedish employment legislation and regulations

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Experience in organisational design and development

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Experience in and interest for operational everyday HR, and an understanding of the fact that the success lies within getting the basics right

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Experience in influencing and advising senior managers

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Excellent collaboration and communication skills

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Full professional proficiency in Swedish, excellent English skills, written and spoken


We are looking for someone who is

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Structured and result-oriented, demonstrating a will to drive things forward, making sure decisions are made and followed through

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A team player, with a curious mind and dedication to the team and the task

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Ambitious and thrives in a high-paced and changing work environment


If you succeed in the recruitment process you will:

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Be part of a global dedicated People team with highly skilled and fun colleagues

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Work on a strategic level with a chance to impact Schibsted’s direction in the People area

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Have broad insight into Schibsted as an organisation

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Have excellent growth opportunities close to top management and their priorities


This role will be based in Stockholm and reports to Director of Global Business Partner Team. The role will be a key member of the local management team and be a part of an exciting global People community.


Schibsted is a family of digital brands with a strong Nordic position, and more than 5,000 employees. Millions of people interact with our companies every day through our leading online marketplaces such as FINN, Blocket, and Oikotie; world-class media houses including Aftenposten, VG, and Aftonbladet; and smart digital services such as Lendo. We also help new promising businesses grow. Our joint mission of empowering people in their daily lives is rooted in the values of our media heritage and a legacy of bold change. At our best, we are a fearless force for change in a society built on trust and transparency.