Global People Business Partner with Project Management skills

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 a part of the transition, we are looking to strengthen our team with an ambitious and skilled Global People Business Partner with comprehensive knowledge and experience on how to run and implement HR projects. You will be a part of an agile, global team that delivers tasks on prioritised areas across different businesses in Schibsted.

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:

- Drive and support implementation of HR initiatives, processes and programs across Schibsted in close collaboration with the local people business partners supporting the overall strategic objectives of the business
- Support and drive in change management in various projects
- Be a strategic partner to the business on topics such as organisational design, compensation & benefits, coaching and performance management, talent management, employee satisfaction and retention, employer branding
- 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
- Champion a world class employee experience
- Deliver high business impact through relevant use of people data and analytics
- Contribute to HR projects across Schibsted and actively promote best practices
- Live our company values of being people-oriented, agile, collaborative and entrepreneurial

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

- Comprehensive all round HR expertise and experience including a clear understanding of the link between HR and the business strategy
- Relevant education, minimum Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or other relevant field
- Experience in project, change and stakeholder management
- You are a HR Partner who truly understands all aspects of the business and who dares to challenge with new thoughts and perspectives
- You have worked within a matrix organisation, and you can demonstrate an understanding of what this entails
- Experience in working or managing project teams focused on delivery on a global scale
- Experience in organisational design and development
- You have the ability to influence and advise others
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills
- Excellent English, written and spoken

We are looking for someone who is:

- Structured, result-oriented; who demonstrates a will to drive things forward, making sure decisions are made and followed through
- A team player, with a curious mind and dedication to the team and the task
- Ambitious and thrives in a high-paced and changing work environment

If you succeed in the recruitment process you will:

- Be part of a global dedicated People team with highly skilled and fun colleagues
- Work on a strategic level with a chance to impact Schibsted’s direction in the People area
- Have broad insight into Schibsted as an organisation
- Have excellent growth opportunities close to top management and their priorities

This role will be based in Oslo/Stockholm/Krakow/Gdansk and reports to Director of Global Business Partner Team. The role will 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.