Peter Jüßen - Compensation & Benefits with a focus...

Q: Where is Peter based?

Peter is based in Pulheim, Germany .

Q: What languages does Peter speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Peter have?

Peter has at least 41 years of experience. During this time, Peter has worked in at least 21 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 10 months . Note that Peter may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Peter's latest experience?

Peter's most recent position is Compensation & Benefits with a focus on company pension schemes .

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

In recent years, Peter has worked for Independent HR consultant .

Q: Which industries is Peter most experienced in?

Peter is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Professional Services , and Chemical . Peter also has some experience in Education and Insurance .

Q: Which business areas is Peter most experienced in?

Peter is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources , Project Management , and Legal . Peter also has some experience in Finance , Procurement , and Accounting .

Q: Which industries has Peter worked in recently?

Peter has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Peter worked in recently?

Peter has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources , Project Management , and Information Technology .

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Pulheim, Germany

Experience

Nov 2021 - Nov 2022

1 year 1 month

Compensation & Benefits with a focus on company pension schemes

Short-term fix for incorrect occupational pension accounting in 2021 after provider change and restoring interfaces
Training the HR department in occupational pension expertise and implementing the BRSG
Improving HR processes for occupational pensions, considering a shared service center and a general pension service provider

Jul 2021 - Nov 2021

5 months

Social security audit support

Proper preparation of required documents from 4 different payroll service providers
Analyzing potential risks and developing solutions
Supporting changes to HR processes

Apr 2020 - Mar 2021

1 year

Plant HR manager and project lead for HR IT conversion and occupational pensions

Developing and implementing measures from short-time work to overtime to manage the effects of COVID-19
Tendering and switching to the Loga HR system within 6 months, including support for a social security audit
Tendering for a general service provider for occupational pensions and concluding a modern works agreement
First structured implementation of performance evaluations

May 2019 - Present

6 years 11 months

External HR department

Complete handling of all HR processes
Introducing an employee handbook as well as new employment contracts, code of conduct, and IT policy
Designing a compensation structure
Supporting pay and disciplinary issues as well as topics like COVID-19 and remote work

Jan 2018 - Present

8 years 3 months

External HR department

Complete handling of all HR processes
Introducing flexible working hours and new compensation guidelines
Advising the supervisory board on executive board compensation
Mediation and coaching to improve internal communication
Strengthening management and collaboration
Supporting a transformation

Sep 2017 - Dec 2019

2 years 4 months

Compensation & Benefits focusing on harmonizing benefits after company integration

Negotiation of company pension schemes (transition from defined benefit to defined contribution, impact of the BRSG) including employee information
First-time implementation of the new company pension plan in the payroll system, including interface management
Handling audits (annual financial statements, payroll tax, social security) and coordinating pension provisions
Redesign of HR processes with external service providers, including tenders through to contract signing

Aug 2017 - Oct 2017

3 months

Project support for Global Compensation & Benefits

Project lead for the recognition initiative
Assisted in developing a job family concept
Revised the travel policy for global employees and executives

Jun 2017 - Sep 2017

4 months

Analysis of HR work in an outsourcing scenario

Developed and conducted an employee survey to analyze HR work since 2012
Developed initiatives to improve the internal work environment
Proposed improvements to HR processes
Analyzed turnover, absenteeism, compensation, and contracts

Oct 2016 - May 2017

8 months

Sabbatical

Planned career break for personal and professional reorientation

Sep 2014 - Nov 2014

3 months

Analysis of company pension schemes and potential balance sheet relief

Presented concrete options for structuring the company pension plan for about 140 active members, 40 deferred members, and 280 pensioners
Supported the management in developing arguments and decision-making
Presented possible alternative scenarios for compensation and benefits packages

Nov 2013 - Sep 2016

2 years 11 months

Compensation & Benefits Manager / Vendor Management

Optimization of the business partner model to strengthen the HR function
Interface and data optimization after 5 years of dynamic role assignments and several process changes (IT transition, centralization, payroll and pension outsourcing)
Analysis of current case law on company pensions, development and implementation of solutions for about 400 affected individuals, including support during legal proceedings
HR contact for auditors
Support in the preparation and follow-up of joint ventures

Nov 2013 - Dec 2013

2 months

Support for payroll tax audit and clarification of company pension schemes

Resolution of open issues after a vacancy
Clarification of payment reversals in the company pension scheme
Preparation of the annual financial statements

Oct 2010 - May 2014

3 years 8 months

Implementation of global HR requirements in Germany

Point of contact for the headquarters in Belgium
Support during a service provider change
Processing split payments for internationally assigned employees

May 2009 - Sep 2010

1 year 5 months

Reduction of company pension schemes for existing employees

Conversion from defined benefit to defined contribution for over 1,000 employees in four entities, resulting in a future reduction of benefits by at least 25% for the employees
Negotiation with four different works councils, including a conciliation committee, achieving a unified outcome
Cost reduction of approx. 40%

Jan 2007 - Dec 2007

1 year

Implementation of company pension schemes

Development, coordination, negotiation, and implementation of a uniform pension system for four German subsidiaries of a European group, each with its own works council
Expansion of an existing pension system by adding previously uncovered benefits for senior executives
Design of a defined contribution system to replace the existing defined benefit system

Jan 2007 - Dec 2007

1 year

HR process analysis, benchmarking and contract negotiations

As-is assessment of HR processes at 4 German subsidiaries of a European corporation
Benchmarking of various providers for payroll and personnel data management
Definition of optimizations and transfer costs
Conducting final contract negotiations with selected service providers

Apr 2006 - Jun 2014

8 years 3 months

Consequences of business transfer and subsequent insolvency

HR management for about 2,000 affected employees in 2 German companies during a business transfer and subsequent insolvency
Development and implementation of settlement solutions for employees
Managing complex labor court cases, including implementing rulings and settlements up to 5 years retroactively
Support during payroll tax and social security audits

Jan 2006 - Present

20 years 3 months

Pulheim, Germany

Independent HR consultant

Managing external HR departments
Carrying out various company pension scheme projects (implementation, modification, reduction)
Multiple projects for outsourcing payroll and other HR functions (benchmarking, HR service provider tenders, interface and process optimization)
Leading negotiations with works councils to find constructive solutions, even for complex and critical issues
Analyses in Compensation & Benefits, bringing together different approaches (including due diligence)

Jan 2004 - Dec 2005

2 years

Windhagen, Germany

HR Manager

Agfaphoto GmbH

HR Manager from June 2005 in Windhagen
Responsible for negotiating social selection and implementing staff reduction measures
Independently developed a transition scenario from a three-shift to a two-shift system, completed a works agreement and provided comprehensive employee communication
HR Manager Southern Germany from November 2004 in Munich
Built up the HR department by integrating previously centralized administrative tasks and took on operational and strategic responsibilities
Carried out cost reduction measures (flexible working hours, short-time work, restructuring, plant closure)
Finalized new works agreements on variable compensation

Jan 2001 - Dec 2004

4 years

Leverkusen, Germany

Head of HR Policy / HR Advisor for Executive Support and HR Policy

Agfa-Gevaert AG

Head of HR Policy from March 2004 in Leverkusen
Outsourcing of HR services for international assignments
Responsible for developing new approaches in compensation policy, including negotiating and finalizing global works agreements (Compensation & Benefits)
Liaison for the Economic Committee, Central Works Council and Speaker Committee
Supported the carve-out process of the Consumer Imaging business unit
HR Advisor for executive support and HR policy (operational and strategic responsibility) from July 2001 in Leverkusen
Implemented the global 'International Assignment Policy' for all Germany-related transfers
Introduced a global job grading system in Germany and evaluated all German leadership positions
Lead negotiator for a new global works agreement to introduce a worldwide organizational and personnel development system in Germany

Jan 2000 - Dec 2001

2 years

Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler, Germany

Commercial Manager for Schools

Ursulinenkongregation Calvarienberg Ahrweiler e.V.

Financial responsibility for 5 schools in 2 states across 4 locations
Coordination and implementation of IT projects in financial accounting, payroll and teaching
Financial planning for major renovation projects

Jan 1985 - Dec 1999

15 years

Leverkusen, Germany

Head of HR for Production / Team Leader HR Administration / HR Marketing Consultant / HR Clerk

Agfa-Gevaert AG

Head of HR for production from July 1997 in Leverkusen
Responsible for around 1,700 employees at 4 locations
Developed and introduced new work time models to respond to production fluctuations without extra cost
Proactive staffing planning and carrying out staff reduction measures in close coordination with the works council
Introduced systematic pay progression for junior staff
Team Leader HR administration from July 1995
Integrated employee data as part of company mergers
Analyzed actual figures and prepared projections for fundamental pay decisions
HR marketing consultant from April 1991
Created and implemented an advertising and brochure concept
Developed and implemented a set of initiatives to showcase training opportunities
Designed and organized trade fair and university events including training participants
Designed and contributed to integration programs for new employees
HR clerk in administration from January 1988
Handled payroll for about 900 production employees, mostly shift workers, and employees abroad
Converted the payroll process to direct data entry and timely calculation of variable pay components
Worked on projects to improve Agfa's position in the labor market
HR consultant in the sales HR department from August 1985
Supported around 400 employees, including managers in inside and outside sales (Germany)
Carried out individual personnel actions
Created job descriptions and evaluations

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Professional Services, Chemical, and Education.

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Chemical

Education

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Human Resources, Project Management, Finance, Legal, Procurement, and Accounting.

Human Resources

Project Management

Finance

Legal

Procurement

Accounting

Summary

State-certified business administrator and industrial clerk.

Goal- and results-oriented HR manager with strong communication and leadership skills. Familiar with modern HR management in an international corporate group. Experience in operational and strategic HR work, supporting assistants, specialists, and executives at all levels. Enjoy working with people and related concepts and tools.

Skills

Ms Word, Excel – Good User Skills
Ms Powerpoint – Good Basic Knowledge
Internet, Email – Good User Skills
Sap R3 / Hr – Good User Skills
Driver's License Class 3 (With Own Car)

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 1984 - Jun 1985

Bayer AG

State-certified business administrator · Business administrator · Leverkusen, Germany

Oct 1982 - Jun 1984

Bayer AG

Industrial clerk · Industrial clerk · Leverkusen, Germany

Oct 1969 - Jun 1982

General education schools

German high school diploma

Certifications & licenses

Driver's license class 3

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 22

Experience in Manufacturing 21 y

Avg length 3 y 8 m

Longest experience 20 y 2 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Compensation & Benefits with a focus on company pension schemes, Social security audit support, Plant HR manager and project lead for HR IT conversion and occupational pensions

Main industries Manufacturing, Professional Services, Chemical

Main business areas Human Resources, Project Management, Finance

Qualifications

Certifications earned 1

Profile

Created

July 2024

Last Update

March 2026

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Where is Peter based?

Peter is based in Pulheim, Germany.

What languages does Peter speak?

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

How many years of experience does Peter have?

Peter has at least 41 years of experience. During this time, Peter has worked in at least 21 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 10 months. Note that Peter may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Peter be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Peter would be well-suited for roles such as: Compensation & Benefits with a focus on company pension schemes, Social security audit support, Plant HR manager and project lead for HR IT conversion and occupational pensions.

What is Peter's latest experience?

Peter's most recent position is Compensation & Benefits with a focus on company pension schemes.

What companies has Peter worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Peter has worked for Independent HR consultant.

Which industries is Peter most experienced in?

Peter is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Professional Services, and Chemical. Peter also has some experience in Education and Insurance.

Which business areas is Peter most experienced in?

Peter is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources, Project Management, and Legal. Peter also has some experience in Finance, Procurement, and Accounting.

Which industries has Peter worked in recently?

Peter has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Peter worked in recently?

Peter has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources, Project Management, and Information Technology.

What is Peter's education?

Peter attended Bayer AG for Business administrator.

Does Peter have any certificates?

Peter has 1 certificate: Driver's license class 3.

What is the availability of Peter?

Peter will be available full-time from March 2026.

What is the rate of Peter?

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