Anja Pabst - Interim HR Manager I Senior HR Business Partner I HR Project Lead

Q: Where is Anja based?

Anja is based in Unterföhring, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Anja speak?

Anja speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Anja have?

Anja has at least 28 years of experience. During this time, Anja has worked in at least 17 different roles and for 10 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 8 months . Note that Anja may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Anja's latest experience?

Anja's most recent position is Project assignment: Set up employee review process (including job profiles) at non-profit organization .

Q: What companies has Anja worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Anja has worked for non-profit organization , Travel-Tech / Mobility-Tech company , IT Consulting , Startup in the IT energy sector , and E-commerce company .

Q: Which industries is Anja most experienced in?

Anja is most experienced in industries like Telecommunication , Professional Services , and Information Technology . Anja also has some experience in Automotive , Construction , and Tourism .

Q: Which business areas is Anja most experienced in?

Anja is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources , Project Management , and Customer Service . Anja also has some experience in Accounting and Procurement .

Q: Which industries has Anja worked in recently?

Anja has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Construction , and Tourism .

Q: Which business areas has Anja worked in recently?

Anja has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources and Project Management .

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Unterföhring, Germany

Experience

Dec 2025 - Dec 2025

1 month

Remote

Project assignment: Set up employee review process (including job profiles)

non-profit organization

Sep 2024 - Nov 2025

1 year 3 months

Hybrid

Interim Expert People Partner

Travel-Tech / Mobility-Tech company

Advising leaders on all HR strategic matters
Managing all HR lifecycle processes in the assigned area (especially performance management process, merit cycle, optimization and co-design of business partnering)
Restructuring project: planning and executing fair and transparent separation processes, including conceptual setup and change management

Jun 2024 - Jul 2024

2 months

Remote

Project assignment: Developing a talent development strategy, including defining action areas

IT Consulting

Strategy development and creation of an action plan for building employee development

Jan 2024 - Jun 2024

6 months

Hybrid

Interim HR Lead

Startup in the IT energy sector

Setting up the HR function: establishing recruiting and implementing HR processes
Introducing employee review cycles (cycle design, creating guides, implementation and manager training)

Feb 2023 - Nov 2023

10 months

Hybrid

Senior People & Culture Manager / Organizational Development

E-commerce company

Advising, supporting and implementing company-wide organizational development and talent development topics
Optimizing and further developing various HR processes (e.g. performance and feedback cycles, introducing job models with underlying salary benchmarks)
Designing people development measures (Learning Nuggets) and running pilot programs
Implementing and optimizing team processes (e.g. folder and meeting structures, role definitions)
Restructuring project: planning, setting up and carrying out staff reduction measures as well as accompanying change management (February–end of April 2023)
Taking on the role of business partner for the departments Customer Service, Accounting, Marketing

Jun 2022 - Dec 2022

7 months

Hybrid

Business Partner

Company in the construction industry

Advising managers on all HR strategy matters
Managing all HR lifecycle processes in my area (including recruiting processes, salary structuring, employment law issues, exits)
Introducing a revised variable compensation scheme with area-specific adjustments
Coaching managers individually and at the team level, including advice on setting up appropriate communication platforms

Jan 2021 - Jun 2022

1 year 6 months

Project Lead / Team Lead Time Management

Company in the construction industry

Structuring and realigning the time management function
Ensuring timekeeping processes for payroll
Setting up processes (e.g., hearings for weekend and holiday work, working time violations)
Establishing a constructive interface with the works council and labor inspection authorities
Building and leading a time management team (3 members)
Supporting the implementation of digital time tracking with ATOSS
Redesigning the company-wide working time agreement and implementing it, including a training concept

Jan 2020 - Dec 2020

1 year

Hybrid

Expert / Team Lead HR Development

Company in the construction industry

Structuring and realigning learning and development, including building the team
Advising managers and HR coordinators on L&D topics
Designing and delivering learning nuggets for managers (e.g., crisis communication, leading virtually - leading differently on purpose, handling conflicts in virtual leadership)
Further developing existing L&D tools (e.g., coaching, performance reviews)
Conducting management audits
Revising selection processes and introducing a selection toolbox

Jun 2019 - Present

6 years 10 months

Founder and Owner

passion@work

HR interim management & HR project leadership

Jan 2016 - May 2019

3 years 5 months

Hybrid

Senior HR Business Partner / Focus on Learning & Development & Recruiting

TecAlliance GmbH

Managing all HR products and processes in my areas, including introducing a new compensation process, leadership training sessions, implementing a feedback tool, facilitating ownership workshops, team workshops, and conflict moderation
Strategic and conceptual responsibility for recruiting and employer branding, including line management of a Talent Attraction Specialist
Organizational consulting as well as supporting and managing talent processes
Budget planning and monitoring for People & Organization
Various projects, including designing and launching a new job model, an agility workshop initiative: piloting with a team and rolling out across the company using the internal trainer community, and values-driven actions

Oct 2012 - Dec 2015

3 years 3 months

Business Partner for O2 Shops & Customer Service

Telefonica Germany GmbH & Co OHG

Managing HR products and processes, such as salary rounds, performance and talent management according to general guidelines
Managing the HR customer team for shops and customer service
Collaborating constructively and leading negotiations independently with works council committees on cross-area agreements
Implementing and shaping change processes, e.g. in the context of the Telefonica and E-Plus merger

Apr 2009 - Sep 2012

3 years 6 months

HR Expert (PE) & Senior HR Consultant in Customer Service

Telefonica Germany GmbH & Co OHG

Managing all HR topics across the entire customer service area
Advising and supporting managers with a focus on organizational development, leadership, change, recruiting, and conflict management
Leading 2 HR consultants and 3 service professionals
Responsible for leadership development and employee surveys
Various projects, including talent programs, set-up management, and Talent Acs

Dec 2007 - Mar 2009

1 year 4 months

HR Expert (PE) for leadership development, talent management & career paths

Telefonica Germany GmbH & Co OHG

Designing and introducing new products or further developing existing products within the area of responsibility, including leadership programs
Managing HR consultants as a sales channel
Vendor management for an external trainer and coach pool
Various projects, including a 4-week change seminar for all managers

Mar 2005 - Nov 2007

2 years 9 months

HR Manager / HR Consultant, Customer Service

Telefonica Germany GmbH & Co OHG

Oct 2001 - Feb 2005

3 years 5 months

Junior HR Manager in the Networks area

Telefonica Germany GmbH & Co OHG

Sep 2000 - Sep 2001

1 year 1 month

Nuremberg, Germany

HR Administrator, Southern Regional Office

Telefonica Germany GmbH & Co OHG

Oct 1993 - Mar 1996

2 years 6 months

Nuremberg, Germany

Administrative Assistant

GfK AG

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Telecommunication, Professional Services, Information Technology, Automotive, Construction, and Tourism.

Telecommunication

Professional Services

Information Technology

Automotive

Construction

Tourism

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Human Resources, Project Management, Customer Service, Accounting, and Procurement.

Human Resources

Project Management

Customer Service

Accounting

Procurement

Summary

I am a Senior HR Interim Manager, HR Business Partner and HR Project Lead with over 20 years of experience and I support companies whenever key HR roles need to be filled quickly and reliably. I bring stability, ensure continuity and drive strong execution – even in challenging phases.

I work as a partner for hire with organizations on both operational and strategic HR topics, especially during change and transformation, bridging vacancies or handling demanding projects. My focus is on creating clear structures, implementing effective solutions pragmatically and empowering managers and employees in a targeted way.

With solid know-how across the entire HR lifecycle, an entrepreneurial mindset and a systemic approach, I develop practical HR solutions and guide change in a flexible, solution-oriented way – always together with the people in the organization.

Skills

Over 25 Years Of Hands-on Experience In Various Hr Roles Within International Corporations And Smes
Expertise In Advising And Developing Employees, Managers And Organizations
Comprehensive Project And Process Management Skills
Leadership Experience In Projects, Both Functional And People Management
A Wide Range Of Methods For Facilitation, Training And Coaching
Up-to-date Knowledge Of Hr Trends And Modern Hr Practices

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Mar 1996 - Aug 2000

Georg-Simon-Ohm University of Applied Sciences

Diploma in Business Administration (FH), Human Resources · Business Administration · Nuremberg, Germany · 1.9

Sep 1992 - Aug 1993

Lothar-von-Faber School - State Technical College (FOS)

Advanced technical college entrance qualification · Nuremberg, Germany

Sep 1990 - Aug 1992

Vocational School Lauf / Siegersdorfer Landbrot

Office administrator · Lauf an der Pegnitz, Germany

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

Systemic Organizational Development & Transformation

System Worx Institute

Agile Learning Coach

Quality Minds

Train The Trainer

willers workgroup

Systemic HR Consultant Training

ComTeam / Gmund

Integrative Coaching Training

Metaforum for Communication, Bernd Isert, Berlin

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 17

Experience in Telecommunication 15.5 y

Avg length 1 y 11 m

Longest experience 6 y 9 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Project assignment: Set up employee review process (including job profiles), Interim Expert People Partner, Project assignment: Developing a talent development strategy, including defining action areas

Main industries Telecommunication, Professional Services, Information Technology

Main business areas Human Resources, Project Management, Customer Service

Qualifications

Certifications earned 5

Profile

Created

January 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Anja based?

Anja is based in Unterföhring, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Anja speak?

Anja speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Anja have?

Anja has at least 28 years of experience. During this time, Anja has worked in at least 17 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 8 months. Note that Anja may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Anja be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Anja would be well-suited for roles such as: Project assignment: Set up employee review process (including job profiles), Interim Expert People Partner, Project assignment: Developing a talent development strategy, including defining action areas.

What is Anja's latest experience?

Anja's most recent position is Project assignment: Set up employee review process (including job profiles) at non-profit organization.

What companies has Anja worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Anja has worked for non-profit organization, Travel-Tech / Mobility-Tech company, IT Consulting, Startup in the IT energy sector, and E-commerce company.

Which industries is Anja most experienced in?

Anja is most experienced in industries like Telecommunication, Professional Services, and Information Technology. Anja also has some experience in Automotive, Construction, and Tourism.

Which business areas is Anja most experienced in?

Anja is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources, Project Management, and Customer Service. Anja also has some experience in Accounting and Procurement.

Which industries has Anja worked in recently?

Anja has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Construction, and Tourism.

Which business areas has Anja worked in recently?

Anja has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources and Project Management.

What is Anja's education?

Anja attended Georg-Simon-Ohm University of Applied Sciences for Business Administration.

Does Anja have any certificates?

Anja has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: Systemic Organizational Development & Transformation, Agile Learning Coach, and Train The Trainer.

What is the availability of Anja?

Anja is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Anja?

Anja's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.