HR Managers in Berlin
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Meet FRATCH HR Managers in Berlin
Johanna Lamberts
Last position:
Interim HR Business Partner at Körber Technologies GmbH
Assignment: Strategic consulting for managers
- Professional advice for managers in a defined business area on transformation and job grading topics
- Independent management of recruiting processes in close cooperation with the shared service organization to fill key vacancies
- Advising the HR team on finalizing and negotiating new works agreements and implementing sample guidelines (ERA Küste)
- Handling labor law matters such as consent replacement proceedings or disciplinary measures
- Advising on the standardization and improvement of HR processes
Tools: SuccessFactors, SAP/HR
Pira Jeya
Last position:
Interim HR & Talent Acquisition Consultant at Independent Consultant
- Clients: Dover, Korn Ferry, Leoni, Lonza, Mars, Molnlycke, Novartis, RELX Group, Schaeffler, Softing AG, Takeda, Wipro
- Industries: Automotive, consulting, construction, engineering, IT, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals (including tariff-bound structures & regulated environments)
- Approx. 2 500–50 000 employees
- Advised HR Business Partners and leadership on operational HR topics, workforce planning and compliance matters
- Supported implementation and optimization of HR processes within industrial and tariff-bound environments
- Collaborated closely with works councils in Germany on hiring and structural topics
- Contributed to policy interpretation and application in line with labor law and internal governance
- Supported employee relations cases in cooperation with HR and legal teams
- Led and supported corporate change management initiatives within industrial and matrix organizations
- Supported corporate organizational restructuring and workforce adjustment measures in close collaboration with senior leadership and works councils
- Ensured process compliance within SAP HCM/SuccessFactors systems
- Delivered HR reporting and analytics to senior stakeholders
- Led high-volume recruitment initiatives across multiple regions
- Delivered end-to-end recruitment, ensuring efficiency, cost control and candidate experience
- Designed and implemented sourcing strategies to attract top talent globally
- Built and maintained high-caliber talent networks and proactively engaged passive candidates
- Evaluated and implemented data analytics tools for enhanced recruitment insights
- Contributed to internal talent development and shared recruitment best practices
Nicole Schallge
Last position:
HR Manager at Nicole Schallge effizientes Personalmanagement
I support small and medium-sized companies flexibly and exactly where HR support is needed. As an external HR department and as an HR Interim Manager, I take on operational and strategic HR tasks, from day-to-day HR work to building solid structures.
What I offer:
- External HR department: ongoing HR support and HR interim projects
- Clean onboarding as well as contract and documentation processes based on tested templates
- Building HR structures and processes
- Employee reviews and leadership development
Christiyana Papazova-Krüger
Last position:
Senior People & Culture Manager / Senior HR Manager at ProAmpac
Key achievements:
- Successfully implemented an HRIS system, streamlining document creation, HR administration, and payroll/performance data management, reducing processing time by 30% and improving data accuracy.
- Designed and rolled out a unified benefits system across multiple European locations, ensuring alignment with local regulations and company-wide policies, enhancing employee satisfaction and reducing administrative overhead.
- Leading the rollout and adoption of UKG HRIS across two countries, aligning payroll, admin, and performance data management.
- Overseeing HR operations for 160 employees across 3 EU locations within the DACH region.
- Leading a team of 5 specialists in Recruitment & HR Administration.
- Driving strategic initiatives to standardize and optimize internal HR policies across multiple European sites.
- Leading impactful HR initiatives to strengthen talent development, boost retention, and elevate employer brand presence.
- Providing expert guidance on ER cases and labor law compliance to mitigate risks and uphold workplace integrity.
Evgeniya Polunina
Last position:
Interim HR Business Partner Germany at Coral Club
Coral Club is an international health and wellness company that offers nutritional supplements and health-focused products.
- Attracted on a targeted project to audit, restructure, and legally proof HR operations for Germany during a critical corporate transition.
- Led organizational redesign during distribution centre relocation, including workforce planning, role design and organizational structure optimization.
- Conducted HR compliance audit and redesigned HR documentation and people processes in line with German labour law.
- Analysed employee engagement data and translated insights into practical organizational improvement initiatives.
Vessela Krissel
Last position:
People & Growth Leader | Interim HR Executive | Aligning GTM Strategy, Leadership & Team Performance at Mindful Concepts
I partner with founders and leadership teams to align people, performance, and go-to-market strategy, helping organisations scale with strong teams and confident leaders.
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- Interim / Fractional HR Leadership
- GTM Team Restructuring & Alignment
- Executive & Leadership Coaching
- Leadership & Culture Programs
I am also the founder and host of 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐓𝐨 𝐇𝐄𝐑®, a platform connecting ambitious women to grow, lead, and transform together.
Carolin Pahn
Last position:
People Generalist & Talent Development Consultant at GPI GmbH
- Supporting people topics at the interface of team, development, and organization
- Assisting with talent development, internal communication, and people processes
- Sparring on employee development, role clarification, and team-related topics
Franziska Niemann
Last position:
HR Project Manager at Onyx Power
- HR project manager for the implementation of personnel strategy to achieve transformation and decarbonization goals in the course of coal phase-out
- Sparring partner for the Head of HR and local teams to establish harmonization in decentralized structures
- Responsible for due diligence, compliance and transition planning in collaboration with legal department and works councils
- Sparring partner for HRBPs and the payroll team to promote efficiency projects, empowerment and best practices
- Responsible for HR projects in organizational redesign, talent planning and HR controlling
Viola Schipfer
Last position:
Interim HR Consultant at Self-Employed
- HR process consulting & automation, introduction & optimization of HR systems (Personio, Ceridian Dayforce)
- Interim operational HR support: HR Admin, Payroll, Recruiting, Employee relations, HR Business Partnering
- Planning and implementation of change processes at company level; agile project management
- Conception and management of workshops for leadership teams and employees
- Client industries: NPO, Hotel industry, MedTech
Nike Verena Heise
Last position:
HR Consultant (ad hoc) at NIIT Ltd. UK
- HC 30
- Administration
- Consulting on German labor law
- Support for international HR Business Partners
Bensan Scholz
Last position:
Product Owner, Project Manager, People Partner, HR Business Partner at Freelance
- Interim Expert Lead Human Relations.
- Conceptualization and support for restructuring and refocusing the Human Relations department.
- Introduction of new titles and areas of responsibility.
- Development of new communication processes within the department.
- Development of concepts for vacation and overtime policies, variable compensation, benefits, and retention.
- Implementation of a happiness index for the entire company.
- Interim HR management at Contact Lab Red GmbH, covering the full employee life cycle.
- Responsibility for workforce planning, active sourcing, employee development, and management consulting.
- Contract drafting, salary negotiations, and onboarding of the new HR Manager.
- Consulting sprints for the Heppy Pals startup at Google for Startups (Immersion Women Founders).
- Development of a company pitch deck together with the CEO.
- Project and product management for website relaunches at Argonauten GmbH and Cosmoblonde GmbH for brands such as Bacardi, Mercedes-Benz Trucks, and Genesis Hyundai Europe.
- Human resources management for Hadden Sea National Park, the University of Regensburg, and Museum Resources in Bavaria.
- Project management for Scholz & Friends Berlin GmbH, focusing on website launches for the Federal Ministry of Health and the Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs.
- Workshop leadership for needs analysis and UX design for website relaunch projects at osb Berlin GmbH.
Peter Schubert
Last position:
Freelance HR Manager at NC Group GmbH
- Worked 50 hours per month on various projects and holiday cover
- Onboarded new HR managers
Kamilla Stumpe
Last position:
Freelance HR & Talent Acquisition Consultant at Self-employed
- People & Culture as an enabler for sustainable company growth.
I support people and companies in developing their potential
with the goal of enabling real growth on an individual, team, and organizational level. Support in all company phases - Start Up, Scale Up, Grown Up - no matter where you are right now, I am here to support you actively.
️ HR as a Service - hands-on, targeted, and effective support across the entire HR field.
️ Recruiting as a Service - from Active Sourcing to Full Cycle Recruiting, I support hiring in an efficient and solution-oriented way.
HR consulting / Recruiting / Active Sourcing / HR management / Talent management / People development / Coaching / Organizational development 🌀
Marcus Winterfeldt
Last position:
Human Resources Manager & Consultant at Self-Employed
Beatrice Zwick
Last position:
Interim Senior HR Manager/Business Partner at Interim Senior HR Manager/Business Partner
- Both operational and strategic HR expert with 8+ years of experience in Berlin-based SaaS start-ups/scale-ups
- Proven track record, expertise and best practices in building HR functions from scratch
- Experienced in partnering with VP-/C-level and founders while maintaining a trusting relationship with staff
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HR Managers statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
19 years (Germany: 20 years)
Position duration
2.4 years (Germany: 2.5 years)
Positions per freelancer
10 (Germany: 11)
Top business areas
Human Resources, Project Management, Strategy
Top industries
Professional Services, Information Technology, Media and Entertainment
Certification focus areas
Human Resources, Logistics, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
100% (Germany: 80%)
Master's degree or higher
58% (Germany: 38%)
Certifications per freelancer
1 (Germany: 2)
Most common languages
English, German, Bulgarian
Speak two or more languages
94% (Germany: 97%)
Based on our profile pool as of 25 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates for HR Managers in Berlin
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About the role
What they do
An HR Manager keeps the people side of the business running. They support hiring, onboarding, employee relations, performance processes, policies, and compliance tasks. In many companies, they also act as the bridge between leadership, managers, and employees.
- Build and update HR policies and workflows
- Support recruitment, interviews, and onboarding
- Handle employee questions, cases, and conflict
- Guide managers on performance and feedback
- Coordinate HR documentation and internal reporting
Core skills
Strong HR Managers combine people judgment with structure. They need calm communication, discretion, and a good grasp of employment processes. In practice, companies look for someone who can keep details in order without losing sight of the human side.
- Employee relations and conflict handling
- HR administration and process setup
- Interview support and hiring coordination
- Policy writing and manager enablement
- Clear communication with different stakeholders
Tools and focus
The role often touches HRIS systems, applicant tracking systems, document workflows, and internal communication tools. Common work includes contracts, onboarding checklists, performance cycles, absence tracking, and HR reports. In Berlin, this is often useful for startups, scale-ups, international teams, and companies that need English and German collaboration.
When to bring one in
A freelance HR Manager makes sense when your team needs extra support during growth, restructuring, or a temporary gap in the HR team. They are also useful when founders or line managers need hands-on help with recurring people processes, but not a full-time hire.
- Rapid hiring or team expansion
- Interim cover for leave or transition periods
- HR process cleanup and documentation
- Support for manager training and employee cases
- Help setting up a new local or remote team
What strong work looks like
A good HR Manager is practical, discreet, and consistent. They do not just react to issues. They create order, communicate clearly, and make sure everyday HR work is handled fairly and on time. Strong candidates also know when to involve legal, finance, or leadership early.
Adjacent titles
Searchers sometimes use HR Business Partner, People Operations Manager, or HR Generalist when they mean similar work. The fit depends on scope: some roles are more strategic, while others are focused on daily HR operations. For hiring, the key is to match the real work, not just the title.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around HR Managers.
A HR Manager freelancer usually takes care of core people operations. That includes onboarding, employee questions, policy updates, manager support, and coordination of hiring or performance processes. In some companies, the role also covers reporting and process improvement.
A freelance HR Manager is a good fit when you need support quickly, for a defined period, or during a transition. This is common during growth, parental leave cover, restructuring, or when the team needs help before hiring a permanent person. It gives you flexibility without slowing down urgent HR work.
Look for strong communication, discretion, and solid process thinking. A good HR Manager should handle employee relations calmly, support managers, and keep HR documentation in order. Practical experience with hiring, onboarding, and policy work matters more than broad claims.
An HR Manager often focuses more on day-to-day HR operations, team support, and process delivery. An HR Business Partner usually works closer to leadership on people strategy and organisational change. In some companies the titles overlap, so the real scope should be checked carefully.
Yes, many HR tasks can be handled remotely, especially policy work, coordination, reporting, and manager support. For a Berlin-based company, on-site presence can help with sensitive employee cases, onboarding, or workshops. The best setup depends on the amount of direct team contact needed.
A strong HR Manager should be comfortable with HRIS tools, applicant tracking systems, shared document workflows, and common communication tools. They should also know how to keep records tidy and work across HR, finance, and leadership. Tool names matter less than the ability to use them cleanly and consistently.
Ask for examples of real HR situations they have handled, such as hiring coordination, employee conflict, or a policy rollout. A strong HR Manager explains their decisions clearly, stays structured under pressure, and shows good judgment with confidential topics. You should also look for signs that they can work with both managers and employees without losing trust.
Berlin startups, scale-ups, agencies, and international teams often need an HR Manager when people processes become too much for founders or office teams. It is also common when a company is expanding across countries or needs bilingual HR support. The role is especially useful when daily HR work must be handled with care and structure.
The average hourly rate for HR Managers in Berlin is 95 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 764 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as HR Managers in Berlin, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 58% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers working as HR Managers in Berlin have 19 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as HR Managers in Berlin are English (100%), German (94%), and Bulgarian (13%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as HR Managers in Berlin are Professional Services (81%), Information Technology (69%), and Media and Entertainment (44%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as HR Managers in Berlin are Human Resources (100%), Project Management (69%), and Strategy (63%).
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