Daniela Tebart - Interim & Fractional HR Director | Restructuring, M&A & PMI, Vacancy Bridging

Q: Where is Daniela based?

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

Q: What languages does Daniela speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Daniela have?

Daniela has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Daniela has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 9 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 8 months . Note that Daniela may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Daniela's latest experience?

Daniela's most recent position is HR Director / Head of HR (Interim) at CA Auto Bank S.p.A. (CA Group) – Financial Services / Automotive Banking .

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

In recent years, Daniela has worked for CA Auto Bank S.p.A. (CA Group) – Financial Services / Automotive Banking , DT People & Culture GmbH – Interim Consulting Company , Creditplus Bank AG (CA Group) – Financial Services , BMTS Technology GmbH & Co. KG – Automotive Manufacturing , and NTT Global Data Centers EMEA – Technology / Data Centers .

Q: Which industries is Daniela most experienced in?

Daniela is most experienced in industries like Information Technology , Food and Beverage , and Utilities . Daniela also has some experience in Manufacturing , Automotive , and Banking and Finance .

Q: Which business areas is Daniela most experienced in?

Daniela is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources , Project Management , and Strategy . Daniela also has some experience in Operations .

Q: Which industries has Daniela worked in recently?

Daniela has recently worked in industries like Banking and Finance , Professional Services , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas has Daniela worked in recently?

Daniela has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources , Strategy , and Operations .

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Stuttgart, Germany

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Experience

Jan 2025 - Feb 2026

1 year 2 months

HR Director / Head of HR (Interim)

CA Auto Bank S.p.A. (CA Group) – Financial Services / Automotive Banking

Responsibility for the European HR agenda in Germany within a global organization
Strategic partnership with regional leadership and Group HR at group level
HR transformations in HRBP roles and sparring partner for the business
Support of organizational transformation and leadership stability (post-merger integration)
Ensuring HR governance, labor law compliance and cultural consistency
Building trust with executive leadership and employee representatives
Critical interface between global HR strategy and local execution
Introduction of a unified compensation system
Recruiting a new HRD and onboarding them
5 employees

Aug 2024 - Present

2 years

Managing Director

DT People & Culture GmbH – Interim Consulting Company

Support for European CEOs and boards in transformation, PMI and growth phases
Taking on HRD-level mandates with a focus on change and organizational scalability
Advising executive teams on workforce strategies and operating models
Driving impact without formal line authority through executive credibility and deep experience
Gaining deep insights into best-practice HR models at European level
Full C-level responsibility in a fully independent role

Mar 2023 - Jul 2024

1 year 5 months

HR Director / Head of HR (Authorized Signatory, ExCom Member)

Creditplus Bank AG (CA Group) – Financial Services

Definition and execution of the national HR strategy in line with European group goals
Trusted sparring partner to the CEO on organizational and leadership topics
Building leadership, performance and succession frameworks
Leading cultural and organizational transformation initiatives
HR transformation in People & Culture
Positioning HR as a strategic leadership function in the company
Ensuring speed of execution and organizational stability
30 employees

May 2022 - Feb 2023

10 months

Head of HR / CHRO

BMTS Technology GmbH & Co. KG – Automotive Manufacturing

Global HR leadership for an international automotive manufacturing company
Supporting a major transformation under pressure from a Chinese investor (PMI phase)
Steering across Europe, Asia and North America
Establishing global HR governance and a shared leadership direction
Managing cultural and organizational transformation
Interface between Europe, investors and global stakeholders
HR transformations and HR realignment in a business partner structure
27 employees

Jul 2021 - Jan 2022

7 months

HR Business Partner

NTT Global Data Centers EMEA – Technology / Data Centers

Support for leadership teams in a fast-scaling international environment
Navigation of complex matrix and cross-border structures
Strengthening leadership routines during a phase of accelerated organizational growth (PMI)
Ensuring HR alignment in Germany and the UK
Contributing to global HR initiatives and group-wide standards
Hands-on business partnering at management level

Nov 2019 - Jun 2021

1 year 8 months

Head of HR

Hörmann Automotive – Automotive / Tier Supplier

HR leadership during a challenging restructuring phase in an automotive supplier environment
Ensuring workforce alignment and leadership stability in critical phases
Managing complex labor relations and employee representative topics
Building trust with management and the works council
Implementing restructuring outcomes with integrity and reliability
Stabilizing the HR function in a demanding business environment
HR transformation into a business sparring partner
Recruiting a new HRD and onboarding him
36 employees

Feb 2016 - Aug 2019

3 years 7 months

Head of HR

LAWO AG – Technology & Manufacturing

Setting up HR from scratch and HR leadership in a technology-driven manufacturing company
Supporting international expansion and organizational scaling
Building robust HR and leadership structures for the growth phase
Balancing entrepreneurial culture with targeted professionalization
Strengthening leadership capability at all levels
Building sustainable HR governance and process structures
3 employees

Feb 2012 - Dec 2015

3 years 11 months

Head of HR

HÄRTER Stanztechnik GmbH & Co. KG – Industrial Manufacturing / Automotive

Strategic HR leadership in an automotive industrial production environment
Strong hands-on experience with manufacturing-driven organizational structures
Cross-border HR responsibility (Europe / USA)
Managing workforce alignment and transformation programs
Handling complex labor law matters
Close partnership with executive management on equal footing
9 employees

Jun 2011 - Jan 2012

8 months

Interim HR Business Partner / Recruiter

HÄRTER Stanztechnik GmbH & Co. KG – Industrial Manufacturing / Automotive

Recruiting, active sourcing, and redesign of recruiting processes
Business partnering for around 250 employees

Jan 1999 - Dec 2011

13 years

Previous career / interim projects – International HR leadership & partnering roles

Microsoft · HP · RWE Systems · T-Systems · McDonald's

HR leadership and recruiting roles in multinational companies across different industries
Business partnering in global matrix organizations
Contribution to large-scale transformation programs and international HR projects
Solid background in international HR leadership and cross-cultural communication
Building broad HR leadership expertise across industries and countries

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Food and Beverage, Utilities, Manufacturing, Automotive, and Banking and Finance.

Information Technology

Food and Beverage

Utilities

Manufacturing

Automotive

Banking and Finance

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Human Resources, Project Management, Strategy, and Operations.

Human Resources

Project Management

Strategy

Operations

Summary

Senior Interim/Fractional HR Director with more than 20 years of international leadership experience in manufacturing- and technology-driven companies – including Automotive, Industrial Manufacturing and Financial Services. Proven strength in developing and consistently implementing European HR strategies in line with global business goals and group-wide leadership.

Extensive experience in organizational transformation, restructuring, cultural realignment and leadership development – with the ability to connect strategic thinking and operational execution across multiple business units. A trusted sparring partner and confidante for CEOs and executive teams; an effective link between global strategy and local reality.

Strong impact in matrix organizations, cross-border stakeholder management and complex transformation programs. Stands for clarity, decisiveness and the ability to embed leadership styles and high-performance cultures sustainably in growing international organizations.

Skills

European Hr Strategy & Execution (Mid- To Long-Term)
Organizational Transformation & Change Leadership
Cultural Realignment In Globalized Organizations
Leadership Development & Succession Planning
Talent Management In Manufacturing & Automotive
Regional Hr Governance & Process Harmonization
Global-Local Alignment In Matrix Organizations
Executive Advisory & C-Level Stakeholder Management
Pmi & Restructuring Programs
Intercultural Leadership & Communication

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Business Administration

Psychology

Certifications & licenses

CSRD

Certified Change Manager

TÜV Süd

EU AI Act – AI Competence in Organizations

Generative AI in HR

Scrum

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 10

Experience in Information Technology 13.5 y

Avg length 2 y 10 m

Longest experience 12 y 11 m

Expertise

Recent roles HR Director / Head of HR (Interim), Managing Director, HR Director / Head of HR (Authorized Signatory, ExCom Member)

Main industries Information Technology, Food and Beverage, Utilities

Main business areas Human Resources, Project Management, Strategy

Qualifications

Certifications earned 5

Profile

Created

July 2026

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Where is Daniela based?

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

What languages does Daniela speak?

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

How many years of experience does Daniela have?

Daniela has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Daniela has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 8 months. Note that Daniela may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Daniela be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Daniela would be well-suited for roles such as: HR Director / Head of HR (Interim), Managing Director, HR Director / Head of HR (Authorized Signatory, ExCom Member).

What is Daniela's latest experience?

Daniela's most recent position is HR Director / Head of HR (Interim) at CA Auto Bank S.p.A. (CA Group) – Financial Services / Automotive Banking.

What companies has Daniela worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Daniela has worked for CA Auto Bank S.p.A. (CA Group) – Financial Services / Automotive Banking, DT People & Culture GmbH – Interim Consulting Company, Creditplus Bank AG (CA Group) – Financial Services, BMTS Technology GmbH & Co. KG – Automotive Manufacturing, and NTT Global Data Centers EMEA – Technology / Data Centers.

Which industries is Daniela most experienced in?

Daniela is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Food and Beverage, and Utilities. Daniela also has some experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, and Banking and Finance.

Which business areas is Daniela most experienced in?

Daniela is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources, Project Management, and Strategy. Daniela also has some experience in Operations.

Which industries has Daniela worked in recently?

Daniela has recently worked in industries like Banking and Finance, Professional Services, and Automotive.

Which business areas has Daniela worked in recently?

Daniela has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources, Strategy, and Operations.

What is Daniela's education?

Daniela attended education in Business Administration.

Does Daniela have any certificates?

Daniela has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: CSRD, Certified Change Manager, and EU AI Act – AI Competence in Organizations.

What is the availability of Daniela?

Daniela is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Daniela?

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