Antje Maier - Director HR

Q: Where is Antje based?

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

Q: What languages does Antje speak?

Antje speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary), Italian (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Antje have?

Antje has at least 32 years of experience. During this time, Antje has worked in at least 14 different roles and for 13 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 2 months . Note that Antje may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Antje's latest experience?

Antje's most recent position is Director HR at CT IT Consulting .

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

In recent years, Antje has worked for CT IT Consulting , Babilou Family Deutschland GmbH , AstraZeneca Computational Pathology GmbH , and Pininfarina Deutschland GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Antje most experienced in?

Antje is most experienced in industries like Information Technology , Telecommunication , and Professional Services . Antje also has some experience in Media and Entertainment , Government and Administration , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas is Antje most experienced in?

Antje is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources , Legal , and Project Management .

Q: Which industries has Antje worked in recently?

Antje has recently worked in industries like Information Technology , Professional Services , and Government and Administration .

Q: Which business areas has Antje worked in recently?

Antje has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources , Legal , and Project Management .

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Herrenberg, Germany

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Experience

Nov 2023 - Present

2 years 7 months

Director HR

CT IT Consulting

HR consulting for the 'Digitalization of the German federal financial administration' project
Creating a project-specific personnel needs analysis
Designing the introduction of agile project management & SCRUM in the HR side of the project
Recruiting for required vacancies

Apr 2023 - Aug 2023

5 months

Director HR

Babilou Family Deutschland GmbH

Leading the entire HR department, responsible for 22 employees (operational HR management, HR marketing, talent development, payroll, compensation & benefits, recruiting)
Stabilizing the HR department
Restructuring, harmonizing, and introducing new HR processes
Digitalizing HR processes
Developing the recruiting strategy
Handling complex labor law cases during the merger of several companies
Strategic and operational support of individual departments
Developing a new company organization (C-level restructuring)
Co-designing strategic workshops
Reporting to the French investor group
Introducing new contract models and company-wide HR policies
Implementing compliance & anti-corruption measures
Close collaboration with CEO and CFO
Member of the executive board

Oct 2022 - Jun 2023

9 months

Senior HR Consultant

AstraZeneca Computational Pathology GmbH

Analyzing and evaluating HR processes for shared services as part of the subsidiary's globalization
Project lead for various HR projects, e.g., introducing workation including implementation, drafting the company policy, and internal communication
Full rollout of new wellbeing & mobility benefits for the company
Reviewing all global HR policies, including checking local implementation and applicability
Developing and implementing a labor law guide for line managers, including designing and delivering related training
Point of contact for local employees and managers on HR-related issues

Feb 2021 - Sep 2022

1 year 8 months

Interim Head of HR / Senior Business Partner

Pininfarina Deutschland GmbH

Restructuring the HR department (new structure and HR portfolio)
Point of contact for managers and staff on all HR-related matters (hiring, transfers, terminations, employee discussions, contract management)
Advising and supporting the CEO on all strategic and operational HR topics
Supporting and executing all labor law and HR aspects of the company's merger into the Pininfarina holding
Talent selection, including active social media recruiting, filling strategically important key roles
Leading and contributing to national and international HR projects (focus on Italy)
Conceptual planning and execution of strategy workshops together with the CEO
Selecting and implementing IT systems or components (e-HR, SAP)
Reviewing, redesigning, and conducting the salary process and employee reviews
Handling complex labor law termination processes
Validating and optimizing all administrative and operational HR processes
Developing HR strategies (recruiting, employer branding, talent development)

Jan 2020 - Present

6 years 5 months

Senior Business Partner

CT IT Consulting

Building the data security & privacy business unit
Staffing and HR support (operational and strategic)
Point of contact for management, managers, and employees on all HR-related questions
Organizational development
Conducting recruitment processes and social media recruiting
Contract drafting and negotiations
Conducting workshops and trainings
Crisis management due to the COVID-19 crisis, staff reductions, and conducting separation interviews
Labor law support for HR-related matters (contract drafting, terminations)

Dec 2018 - Oct 2019

11 months

Interim Senior HR Business Partner

PATRIZIA AG

Coaching and HR consulting for the new Chairperson of the Patrizia Children Foundation on strategic and operational personnel issues
Advising managers on HR tools, legal and company policies, and helping with implementation in their departments
Analyzing, developing, applying, introducing, and improving HR concepts and tools (e.g. talent development, selection, and management)
Conducting and facilitating the annual salary review rounds at management level
Independently planning and managing the entire recruiting process together with management
Supporting and evaluating change processes

May 2017 - Dec 2017

8 months

Interim Senior Manager Learning & Development

Daiichi Sankyo Europe GmbH

Optimizing processes and structures in learning, development, and training
Participating in a restructuring project in talent management, training, and development led by McKinsey
Implementing and managing a new feedback dialogue (including IT tool)
Advising managers on all HR and performance issues and conducting development discussions
Evaluating and redesigning the existing leadership training program across Europe
Recruiting and building the talent development team
Designing a workshop on co-determination rights and working with the works council for top management
Moderating HR conferences at an international level

Feb 2015 - May 2017

2 years 4 months

Head of Talent Management & Personnel Development

Amadeus Data Processing GmbH

Strategically repositioning and building the talent development department, including structures and processes
Introducing a training controlling system
Introducing a LEAN leadership concept (LEAN Knowledge, Coaching Skills for Managers, Community Leader Training)
Designing new recruitment strategies and processes, and establishing social media recruiting
Introducing and implementing a new recruiting and training database (SuccessFactors) in coordination with headquarters
Designing and implementing talent development tools (high potential and key people programs, career and development paths, management potential analyses, competency models, handling underperformance)
Participating in international projects from the Madrid headquarters (accountability, communication & alignment of HR processes)
Employer Branding
Briefing and training HR business partners and managers on new talent development processes and tools
Advising and coaching managers on all talent development topics
Conducting development discussions, including competency analysis, deriving and implementing measures
Evaluating the performance management system
Conducting management potential analyses
Evaluating and revising existing employee reviews
Developing and improving a modular training concept for leadership, soft skills, and technical training
Coaching managers
Negotiating with the works council on co-determined talent development tools and measures

Mar 2014 - Aug 2014

6 months

Interim Head of HR

CRM Unternehmensberatung

Recruiting specialists and managers, evaluating and introducing new selection methods and processes, and active social media recruiting
Acting as main contact for the management board and managers on all HR issues (hiring, separations, employee discussions, contract matters)
Advising and supporting all managers and employees of the company
Designing and introducing new HR processes, handling hiring and terminations, and preparing contracts and references
Talent development (evaluating annual reviews, training managers on selection, employee discussions, low performance, and development interviews)
Conducting separation and termination processes
Introducing a variable bonus system for DACH locations, including clarifying legal frameworks in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
Identifying and implementing appropriate retention measures
Advising on the implementation of a performance management process

Apr 2010 - Jun 2012

2 years 3 months

Senior Business Partner HR & Trainer

Tech Data GmbH & Co. KG

Advising and supporting the Sales SMB and MARCOM division as Senior HR Business Partner
Coaching and advising the management board and managers
Collaborating with the CEO on restructuring and strategic repositioning of SMB Sales
Acting as the contact person for all HR-related matters (labor law, works constitution law, individual agreements)
Leading negotiations with the works council
Selecting staff as part of a strategy project to boost sales performance
Handling complex labor law separation processes and staff reduction
Organizing and managing change processes
Conducting a comprehensive potential analysis of the Munich mid-market sales team and deriving and developing personnel development measures in the course of the move to Duisburg
Designing and delivering management trainings, workshops, and sessions on talent development tools (leadership, employee interviews, interview techniques, communication, conflict, change)
Conducting leadership coaching and location analyses (high potentials & emerging leaders)
Talent development, change management, performance management

Mar 2008 - Dec 2019

11 years 10 months

HR Director and Senior HR Business Partner

CT IT Consulting

Point of contact for executives and managers on all HR-related issues (hiring, terminations, employee discussions, contract management)
Developing HR strategies (recruiting, employer branding, talent development) as part of company realignment and expansion
Candidate selection and recruitment, staffing of project teams at client sites (IT project management, development, business analysts, architects)
Talent development (performance management, designing and implementing performance reviews, compensation structuring, managing underperformance)
Conducting dismissal and separation processes
Drafting generic job descriptions
Designing and implementing new HR processes, handling hires and terminations, preparing contracts and employment references
IT project coaching in various agile software projects: coaching project managers and teams on performance, leadership, project organization, communication, and interface integration
Coaching and advising the executive team of CT IT Consulting
Implementing a performance management system in a client's IT department, change management, compensation structuring, coaching of managers

Feb 2005 - Jan 2008

3 years

Human Resources Manager

o2 Germany GmbH & Co. OHG

Responsible for operational HR advice and support for managers and about 300 employees in diverse business units
Advising on HR tools, legal and company regulations, and supporting their implementation in the department
Analyzing, designing, introducing, and further developing HR concepts and tools (talent development, selection, leadership)
Conducting and facilitating the annual potential assessment rounds at the managerial level
Independently planning and managing the entire recruiting process together with management
Executing workforce reduction measures and supporting change processes
Conducting complex contract negotiations and determining salary structures
Collaborating and negotiating with the works council on personnel measures and company agreements
Point of contact for career development, career path models, and high-potential programs
Facilitating workshops, events, and leadership training sessions
Managing three Human Resources Assistants
Designing and implementing HR instruments and processes
Developing a specialist career path for IT and network professionals and additional performance management tools

Mar 2001 - Jan 2005

3 years 11 months

Human Resources / Recruiting Manager

Siemens AG, Mobile Phones

Operational recruitment for the Mobile Phones division
Advising managers throughout the entire hiring and transfer process up to works council approval
Negotiating and finalizing contracts, including variable salary components
Negotiations with the works council
Facilitating management discussions
Supporting the leadership trainee program
Collaborating on a project to determine HR metrics
Project management to define and improve administration and recruitment processes with ARIS for the SAP implementation
Advising applicants and departments on contract and transfer conditions
Participating in employee, compensation, and development discussions
Drafting employment contracts and references

Apr 1999 - Feb 2001

1 year 11 months

HR Specialist

Norbert Fröhlich, Systemanalyse

Building the HR department
Recruitment and talent development
Creating job descriptions, employment contracts, and references
Developing compensation models for permanent and freelance staff
Developing target agreements
Designing a recruitment concept for IT specialists
Point of contact for all personnel matters
Building and organizing HR administration

Apr 1994 - Mar 1999

5 years

Executive Assistant

TV München

Assisting in the staffing and structural setup of TV.Berlin
Drafting and preparing contracts for producers and freelancers
Organizing moderator castings and assessment centers

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Professional Services, Telecommunication, Media and Entertainment, Government and Administration, and Pharmaceutical.

Information Technology

Professional Services

Telecommunication

Media and Entertainment

Government and Administration

Pharmaceutical

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Human Resources, Legal, and Project Management.

Human Resources

Legal

Project Management

Skills

Many Years Of Experience As Director Hr, Head Of Hr / Senior Hr Business Partner / Hr Generalist / Hr Developer / Recruiter / Project Manager
Experience In Standalone Hr Roles And As Part Of A Team
Leadership Experience
Collaboration And Negotiations With The Works Council
Collaboration With The Executive Board, Ceo, And Management On Strategic Projects
Representing Hr In Board Meetings On All People-Related Topics
Solid Expertise In Operational And Strategic Hr Work
Participation In International Strategic And Operational Projects (Recruiting, Accountability, Talent Acquisition & Management)
Aligning Hr Communication And Processes (E.G., Recruiting, Leadership, Restructuring, Etc.)
Developing And Recruiting Managers And Specialists, Operational Hr Support
Certified Professional Scrum Master (Psm 1) & Management 3.0 Agile Leadership Trainer, TÜV-Certified E-Trainer
Lean Management
Experience Negotiating With Works Councils
Crisis Management & Staff Reductions
Experience Introducing And Implementing Hr It Systems (E.G., Successfactors)
Coaching & Facilitation
International Experience
Industry Experience In It, Data Security, Consulting, Pharma, Telecommunications, Tourism, Crm, Automotive

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Elementary

Italian

Elementary

Education

May 1991 - Sep 1994

Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich

Business Administration · Munich, Germany

General university entrance qualification (Abitur)

Certifications & licenses

TÜV-certified trainer and e-trainer

Certified Professional SCRUM Master (PSM 1)

Systemic coach & consultant (DBVC)

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 15

Experience in Information Technology 20 y

Avg length 2 y 10 m

Longest experience 11 y 9 m

Expertise

Recent roles Director HR, Senior HR Consultant, Interim Head of HR / Senior Business Partner

Main industries Information Technology, Professional Services, Telecommunication

Main business areas Human Resources, Legal, Project Management

Qualifications

Certifications earned 3

Profile

Created

November 2024

Last Update

May 2026

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Where is Antje based?

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

What languages does Antje speak?

Antje speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary), Italian (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Antje have?

Antje has at least 32 years of experience. During this time, Antje has worked in at least 14 different roles and for 13 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 2 months. Note that Antje may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Antje be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Antje would be well-suited for roles such as: Director HR, Senior HR Consultant, Interim Head of HR / Senior Business Partner.

What is Antje's latest experience?

Antje's most recent position is Director HR at CT IT Consulting.

What companies has Antje worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Antje has worked for CT IT Consulting, Babilou Family Deutschland GmbH, AstraZeneca Computational Pathology GmbH, and Pininfarina Deutschland GmbH.

Which industries is Antje most experienced in?

Antje is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Telecommunication, and Professional Services. Antje also has some experience in Media and Entertainment, Government and Administration, and Automotive.

Which business areas is Antje most experienced in?

Antje is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources, Legal, and Project Management.

Which industries has Antje worked in recently?

Antje has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Professional Services, and Government and Administration.

Which business areas has Antje worked in recently?

Antje has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources, Legal, and Project Management.

What is Antje's education?

Antje attended Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich for Business Administration.

Does Antje have any certificates?

Antje has 3 certificates. These include: TÜV-certified trainer and e-trainer, Certified Professional SCRUM Master (PSM 1), and Systemic coach & consultant (DBVC).

What is the availability of Antje?

Antje will be available full-time from June 2026.

What is the rate of Antje?

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