Maureen Schoesser - Senior HR Consultant and Recruiter

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Hamburg, Germany

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Experience

Sep 2023 - Present

3 years

Remote

Remote HR Consulting | HR Operations | Recruiting

Mindful HR

Independent HR consulting with a focus on remote and project-based collaboration
Support across HR Business Partnering, HR Operations and Recruiting
Advice and support on operational HR topics throughout the employee lifecycle
Support for managers with people-related and HR matters
Flexible, pragmatic support for companies and HR teams requiring additional capacity
Conceptualisation and implementation of digital brand presences, including the development and launch of two websites within a short timeframe using AI-supported tools – from structure and content to implementation and publication

Sep 2023 - Present

3 years

Hybrid

Founder & Workshop Facilitator

Feel to heal with me

Building and continuously developing my own brand in the areas of breathwork, workshops, coaching and retreats
Designing and facilitating group formats, workshops and individual offerings
Managing participant communication and continuously developing new services and formats
Building and managing the digital presence and supporting structures for the business

Apr 2021 - May 2023

2 years 2 months

Poing, Germany

Hybrid

HR Business Partner

Best Secret Group (Logistik GmbH)

Main point of contact for managers and employees on operational and strategic HR matters Preparation and implementation of organisational changes
Advice and support for managers in their people leadership responsibilities, including the introduction of structured feedback rounds to strengthen leadership capabilities
Contribution to the design and implementation of a compensation system for Blue Collar employees and a Job Grading structure for White Collar roles, including extensive alignment with managers where assessments differed
Support during a major change to employment contracts, including personal communication with several hundred employees to explain changes, address questions and manage sensitive reactions
Structuring disciplinary processes and supporting respectful separation processes

Jun 2020 - Dec 2020

7 months

Munich, Germany

Hybrid

Human Resources Manager

Alphapet Ventures GmbH

Responsibility for the full employee lifecycle, including Recruiting, HR Administration, Payroll Coordination, HR Controlling and Employee Development
Main HR contact for executive management, managers and employees across all people-related matters
Professionalisation of the HR function in a fast-growing business environment through more structured processes and increased consideration of German employment law requirements
HR support during the integration of an acquired company, with a strong focus on transparent communication, trust and supporting employees during a period of uncertainty
Gathering business requirements and developing the implementation roadmap for the introduction of Personio
Reorganisation and structuring of administrative HR processes and employee records to improve clarity and traceability

Aug 2017 - May 2020

2 years 10 months

Munich, Germany

Hybrid

Human Resources Manager

Valtech GmbH

Main point of contact for managers and employees on all HR-related matters Workforce planning, Recruiting and Employee Development
Planning and delivery of Recruiting and Onboarding events
Facilitation of feedback conversations and workshops as well as training and support for Team Leads
Introduction and optimisation of HR processes and HR tools to further structure and professionalise the HR function
Development and introduction of a Corporate Health Management programme
Introduction of vocational training within the company, creating a new approach to developing junior talent
Main point of contact for international HR topics and sister companies
Contribution to and ownership of local and international HR projects, including Leadership Development, Mentoring Programmes, Employee Surveys, International Trainee Programmes, Employer Branding, Compliance Guidelines, Feedback Systems and Career Frameworks Contribution to a more strategically positioned HR function and improved support for managers and employees

Mar 2015 - Jun 2017

2 years 4 months

On-site

HR Consultant | Recruiter

Staffing service companies

Building and managing commercial temporary staffing divisions across different HR service providers
Recruiting, building, onboarding and training teams
Introduction and optimisation of KPIs, operational processes and performance reporting
Recruiting and permanent placement within commercial and professional functions
Building and developing a new Finance & Accounting division

Nov 2004 - Dec 2013

9 years 2 months

Hybrid

Regional Manager | Branch Manager | Key Account Manager

Secretary Plus Management Support GmbH

Building, managing and developing branches and teams
Responsibility for revenue, profitability, margins, utilisation and operational KPIs
Successful development of the Essen branch with significant revenue growth and strong performance in internal comparisons
Later responsibility as Regional Manager for multiple branches with a focus on growth, profitability and performance
Building new branches as well as recruiting, onboarding and developing their teams
Significant expansion of the client base and development of existing Key Accounts
Targeted development of employees and support of their professional and personal growth
Achievement of top performance in internal rankings and KPI comparisons
Contribution to cross-functional projects, including Employer Branding, Benefits, E-Learning and Employee Development

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Information Technology, Transportation, and Retail.

Professional Services

Information Technology

Transportation

Retail

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Human Resources, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, and Product Development.

Human Resources

Operations

Sales

Marketing

Customer Service

Product Development

Summary

I bring over 15 years of hands-on HR experience across start-ups, fast-growing companies and international organizations. I support businesses in HR Business Partnering, HR Operations and Recruiting, and I quickly bring structure to new situations while integrating smoothly into existing teams.

My focus is on the full employee lifecycle, employee relations, organizational change and practical support for leaders in complex people topics. I have worked on process improvement, HR tool implementation, compensation structures, contract changes for several hundred employees, onboarding, feedback formats and leadership support.

Alongside my HR work, I also design and facilitate workshops and build digital brand presences, including websites with AI-supported tools. I work in a pragmatic, reliable and independent way, with a strong sense for people, clear communication and what is needed operationally.

Skills

Ms Office Personio Hr4you Atoss Loga Datev Sap Hcm – Personnel Administration & Payroll (Basic Knowledge) Jira Confluence Asana Instagantt Ai-Supported Workflows & Prompting Ai Tool Evaluation & Selection

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Elementary

Education

Nov 2016 - Apr 2017

Didact Bildungs GmbH

Human Resources Management (HR Specialist) · Munich, Germany · 1,7

Certifications & licenses

Certified Systemic Business Coach

VfTC, Berlin/Munich

Workshop & Breathwork Facilitator

Kenaz Portal

IHK, Munich

Certified HR Specialist (IHK)

IHK, Didact GmbH, Munich

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 7

Experience in Professional Services 14.5 y

Avg length 3 y 3 m

Longest experience 9 y 1 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Remote HR Consulting | HR Operations | Recruiting, Founder & Workshop Facilitator, HR Business Partner

Main industries Professional Services, Information Technology, Transportation

Main business areas Human Resources, Operations, Sales

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Certifications earned 4

Profile

Created

October 2025

Last Update

August 2026

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

Maureen speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary).

Maureen has at least 20 years of experience. During this time, Maureen has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 10 months. Note that Maureen may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Maureen would be well-suited for roles such as: Remote HR Consulting | HR Operations | Recruiting, Founder & Workshop Facilitator, HR Business Partner.

Maureen's most recent position is Remote HR Consulting | HR Operations | Recruiting at Mindful HR.

In recent years, Maureen has worked for Mindful HR, Feel to heal with me, and Best Secret Group (Logistik GmbH).

Maureen is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology, and Transportation. Maureen also has some experience in Retail.

Maureen is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources, Operations, and Sales. Maureen also has some experience in Marketing, Customer Service, and Product Development.

Maureen has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Transportation, and Retail.

Maureen has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources, Marketing, and Operations.

Maureen holds a Bachelor in Human Resources Management (HR Specialist) from Didact Bildungs GmbH.

Maureen has 4 certificates. Among them, these include: Certified Systemic Business Coach, Workshop & Breathwork Facilitator, and Vocational Trainer Aptitude Examination (AEVO).

Maureen is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

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