HR Director

Husqvarna is a world leader in outdoor power products for forestry and lawn and garden products care.We are also one of the leaders in cutting equipment and diamond tools for the construction and stone industries.
In 2005 the Husqvarna Group had sales of SEK 28,8 billion and an average of 11,700 employees.
North America and Europe are the major markets, and the Group maintains production and sales facilities in more than 100 countries.Husqvarna products are designed for both consumers and professional users, and have established a world-wide reputation for performance, quality and reliability.


HR Director

Objectives
Talent Management is a key priority in realizing the Husqvarna Group strategy.As a new independent Group, we will during the coming years continue to develop our Talent management processes to support our strategy and to bring competitive advantage to the Group.

We will improve the balance between internal supply and demand for managerial talent to ensure that we can always have the right person in the right position based on business needs and employee development needs.

Key operational responsibilities
You will join the Group HR team and take the responsibility for Husqvarna's Talent Management processes which are:

- Talent Review process
- Performance Appraisal process
- Team Review process
- Leadership development
- Competence development

Your role as process owner includes full responsibility for development and improvement as well as making sure that each sub-process is running efficiently.

The development and implementation of processes and tools are made in close co-operation with the HR teams within the Business Sectors.In addition to the responsibility for the Talent Management processes you will also take the operational HR responsibility for Group Staff members in Stockholm.

You will work actively with senior managers in their development as well as in their career progression and encourage movement of managers between sectors and business units.

Competencies needed
You have a broad HR background to build on and see this as an opportunity to specialize your experience within HR, and see talent as a key factor in creating a successful business.

- You have a good business understanding and mindset.
- You have the ability to drive complex processes and projects with focus on results and delivery.
- You are able to grasp both broad organizational issues and analytical details.
- You have excellent interviewing and recruiting skills
- You have strong interpersonal skills
- You have strong communication skills, both orally and written
- You have experience from working in an international environment

You need to have at least five to ten years experience of working professionally after your University studies.

Language: English
Location: Stockholm

For further information about the position you can call Mr.
If you are interested in this position and you fulfill the requirements above, pls visit www.husqvarna.com and apply online (application and CV in English) via the "ANSÖK ONLINE"-button.Last application date is September 11, 2006.