Head of Talent

Join to apply for the Head of Talent role at Rail Europe • Shape the future of talent at Rail Europe: define how we attract, develop and retain the people powering our mission. • Work closely with our Chief People Officer on key People initiatives, gaining direct exposure to leadership and actively contributing to strategic decision-making. • Own the recruitment journey in a fast‑moving, international environment, from hiring top talent to creating a world‑class candidate experience. • Build a strong culture of performance and development, where feedback, learning and career opportunities help everyone thrive. • Strengthen our values and spirit, ensuring every people initiative reflects who we are and what we stand for.

In close partnership with the Chief People Officer, you will play a key role in shaping how Rail Europe attracts, develops, and inspires talent, driving both recruitment excellence and long‑term growth. Talent Acquisition • Own the full recruitment lifecycle, from needs definition to onboarding. • Partner with hiring managers to design role profiles aligned with business needs. • Develop innovative sourcing strategies and ensure a great candidate experience. • Track and analyze KPIs to continuously improve hiring practices.

Performance & Talent Management • Co‑lead the annual performance review cycle and promote a feedback‑driven culture. • Run talent reviews, succession planning, and support individual development plans. • Design career paths and mobility frameworks to enable long‑term growth. • Support managers and employees in adopting performance processes.

Brand & Communications • Strengthen employer branding through referrals, social platforms and employee advocacy. • Partner with the Chief People Officer and Head of Communications to align priorities and ensure clear, engaging People communication (internal & external). • Build simple tools and rituals that connect our diverse, remote‑first team and foster culture.

What You Bring • 7+ years in Talent Acquisition, Talent Management or HR Business Partnering in international environments. • Strong recruitment expertise: you know how to attract, assess and hire the best profiles across functions and geographies. • Proven experience in performance & talent management programs (reviews, succession, development). • Change leadership skills: you guide managers and employees through transformation with clarity and empathy. • Data‑driven mindset: you track KPIs, analyze outcomes and use insights to improve. • Communication & influence: you act as a trusted partner for hiring managers, HR peers and leadership teams.

Recruitment process • Qualification call with Adréa (Talent Acquisition) • Interview with Caroline (Chief People Officer) • Interview with a Business stakeholder • Interview with Björn (CEO)

Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Human Resources