Director of Human Resources (f/m) Leading Investment Firm

Director of Human Resources (f/m) - Leading Investment Firm

The firm operates at the intersection of high finance and technology, with an English-speaking culture and a strong performance-driven environment. The ideal candidate is an experienced, tech-savvy HR leader who thrives in fast-paced, international settings.

• Act as a strategic and operational HR partner to senior leadership across Vienna and New York
• Take full ownership of the end-to-end recruiting process - from outreach to onboarding and retention
• Build and manage a talent database and maintain long-term engagement with high-potential candidates
• Create an exceptional candidate experience, ensuring consistent communication and engagement
• Work closely with universities and networks (CEMS, WU, St. Gallen, HEC, Bocconi, etc.) to attract top talent
• Manage local HR operations in Vienna, including one admin team member
• Ensure compliance with Austrian and US labor law
• Lead HR initiatives for approx. 60 employees globally, including performance and compensation topics
• Leverage modern HR tools (e.g. Greenhouse, HRIS) and drive the digitalization of HR processes
• Collaborate on creative recruiting strategies (e.g. job ads with entry challenges or gamified elements)

• 5+ years of experience in HR leadership roles, ideally in international or fast-growing organizations
• Strong knowledge of Austrian labor law; experience with US employment frameworks is a plus
• Proven experience in recruiting, people development, compensation, and cultural initiatives
• Tech-savvy mindset and ability to interact with highly analytical, tech-minded teams
• Natural curiosity and eagerness to experiment with new technologies and tools
• Excellent communication skills, emotional intelligence, and discretion
• "Hunter mentality" - hands-on, pragmatic, and driven by results
• Structured, reliable and proactive personality who thrives on ownership and autonomy
• Full professional fluency in German and English

• A key leadership role in a high-performing, globally connected investment firm
• Full ownership and creative freedom to build scalable HR processes
• English-speaking culture with fast decision-making and strong tech orientation
• Elegant historic office with state-of-the-art technology and modern equipment in the heart of 1010 Vienna
• Competitive salary package in line with your experience and responsibilities

We look forward to your application!

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