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HR Project Managers in Germany

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Hiltrud W.

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Senior Project Manager | Project Governance | PMO | Risks | Impact Objectives

Bonn
Hiltrud W.

Last position:

Senior Manager HR & Organization Transformation at Kienbaum Consultants

  • Supported the strategic realignment of an HR organization affecting 4,500 employees; analyzed structures, roles, processes and governance and supported the introduction of a new HR partner model (public administration)
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Alma A.

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HR Expert I Leadership I Transformation I Change Management

Hamburg
Alma A.

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HR Digitalization Project Manager at Ayvens / Société Generale Group

Negotiation and conclusion of works council agreements on Workday and other topics I Advice on and implementation of employment law projects in the HR context I Transfer of comple- x employment and works constitution law issues into practical solutions I Workday

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Holger K.

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HR Interim Management

Unterföhring
Holger K.

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Systemic Business Coach (SBC)® at Holger Kiefer

  • Focus areas: location analysis and career planning, support during change processes or conflict situations, stress management and work-life balance
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Petra R.

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Freelance HR Specialist | HR Advisory & HR Projects

Niedernhausen
Petra R.

Last position:

Senior HR Business Partner at OneQrew GmbH

HR responsibility for several business units, clusters and central functions in a software group that has grown through acquisitions.

  • Advising executive teams and managers on organization, leadership and complex personnel matters.
  • Analyzing and realigning structures, roles, responsibilities and capacities together with the business.
  • Managing complex Employee Relations, performance and employment-law-related personnel cases; supporting restructuring and separation processes.
  • Workforce planning and management using HR KPIs, personnel costs and budgets; talent and development decisions.

Selected project results:

HR support for the integration of formerly independent business units into cluster structures; realignment of roles, skills and capacities, as well as linking organizational and workforce planning with business requirements.

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Jürgen F.

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Executive Interim Manager - Business Transformation

Gaienhofen
Jürgen F.

Last position:

Interim Manager HCM / HR Payroll · Team and Project Lead at TK Elevator GmbH

  • Direct reporting line to the HR Director Germany; leading an HCM IT and transformation assignment in a SAP ERP / S/4HANA hybrid landscape.
  • Reality check and solid documentation of end-to-end payroll/processing processes; development of an HCM IT roadmap as well as clarification of roles, critical points and interfaces.
  • Translating business requirements into architecture-compliant IT solutions; steering SAP in-house, development, key users and external partners.
  • Activating the team through knowledge transfer, a skills matrix and a training concept; preparing the organizational transition toward a shared service center.
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Marina M.

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Interim HR Director | Interim Head of HR | Interim CHRO | HR Transformation & Project Lead

Marina M.

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Independent Interim HR Manager & HR Consultant at Freelance

  • Available for interim assignments as Interim HR Director, Interim Head of HR, Interim CHRO, as well as HR transformation and project assignments; nationwide and pan-European, open to all industries.
  • Focus: HR Strategy, organizational development, post-merger integration from Day 1, HR digitalization, performance management, building and scaling HR organizations.
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Doris T.

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HR, HR IT and Transformation

Doris T.

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HR restructuring (voluntary program)

  • Evaluation of technical implementation options, including system selection (SAP SF, in-house development)
  • Translation of HR processes into IT requirements
  • Coordination of the international project workstreams involved
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Andreas A.

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HR Transformation Consultant

München
Andreas A.

Last position:

Workday Reengineering Project Lead at DSV Gruppe

  • Analyze existing configuration
  • Compare to HR process and organizational designs
  • Develop redesigns and roll-out plans
  • Adjust security concept
  • Perform testing and implementation
  • Prepare documentation and hand-over
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Peter K.

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HR Project Manager (ad interim)

Reutlingen
Peter K.

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HR Manager (ad interim) at Karl Etzel GmbH AAM (Rea Automotive)

International automotive supplier, plastic injection molding, 5 HR employees

  • Introduction and development of basic HR processes
  • Rebuilding trust in the HR department, including payroll
  • Negotiations with the works council
  • Recruitment for management and production positions
  • Reporting to higher-level structures
  • Handling employment law matters
  • Restructuring
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Tobias H.

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HR Project Manager Employer Branding & Recruiting Process Improvement

Hamburg
Tobias H.

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HR Project Manager Employer Branding & Recruiting Process Improvement at PHOENIX Group

  • Manage the roll-out of a new employer branding strategy at international level (PMO)
  • Finalise EVP concept/toolbox in collaboration with the external agency and define initial implementation steps
  • Develop channel strategy for communicating/addressing the defined target groups both externally and internally
  • Map recruitment (TA) processes and define a state-of-the-art standard, taking into account digital possibilities
  • Identify optimisation potential of a procedural and organisational nature with the country organisations (task force/project team)
  • Specialist contact and needs-based advice for HR on the topic of employer branding
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Christine W.

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Project Management / Project Support for REXX HR Management System Implementation

Samerberg
Christine W.

Last position:

People Process & Digitalization Specialist at TÜV SÜD Customer Engagement and People GmbH

  • Analysis, redesign and rollout of core HR processes across the entire employee lifecycle
  • Interface management between HR, IT and several departments in a complex corporate environment
  • Supporting cultural change processes with a focus on shifting mindsets and cross-functional collaboration
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Tobias S.

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HR Payroll Specialist

Bad Sachsa
Tobias S.

Last position:

Interim Project Manager / Paisy & GFOS Specialist at Tobias Schirmer Consulting

  • Resolving existing overtime errors and handling interfaces between Paisy and GFOS
  • Providing operational support for the new overtime process
  • Responding to employee inquiries
  • Ensuring data transfer
  • Coordinating with external service providers
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Anja P.

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Interim HR Manager I Senior HR Business Partner I HR Project Lead

Unterföhring
Anja P.

Last position:

Project assignment: Set up employee review process (including job profiles) at non-profit organization

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Michael J.

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Head of Human Resources

Braunschweig
Michael J.

Last position:

Head of Human Resources at METRIC mobility solutions AG

  • Overall responsibility for HR and Social Affairs for 260 employees
  • Designed and implemented consolidation measures following a largely completed restructuring
  • Built a functional and efficient HR department
  • Set up recruiting and employer branding
  • Set up HR development
  • Managed 4 direct reports, reported to the Board
  • Prepared and launched further restructuring measures and handed them over to the permanent successor

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HR Project Managers statistics

Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.

Experience

23 years

HR Project Managers in Germany have 23 years of professional experience on average.

Position duration

2.5 years

HR Project Managers in Germany stay in a single position for 2.5 years on average.

Positions per freelancer

12

HR Project Managers in Germany have completed 12 positions on average over the course of their careers.

Top business areas

Project Management, Human Resources, Information Technology

HR Project Managers in Germany have gathered most of their hands-on project experience in Project Management, Human Resources, and Information Technology.

Top industries

Professional Services, Information Technology, Manufacturing

HR Project Managers in Germany are most in demand in Professional Services, Information Technology, and Manufacturing.

Certification focus areas

Human Resources, Project Management, Legal

HR Project Managers in Germany earn their certifications most often in Human Resources, Project Management, and Legal.

Bachelor's degree or higher

89%

89% of HR Project Managers in Germany hold at least a Bachelor's degree.

Master's degree or higher

68%

68% of HR Project Managers in Germany hold at least a Master's degree.

Doctorate

11%

11% of HR Project Managers in Germany have a doctorate (PhD).

Certifications per freelancer

3

HR Project Managers in Germany hold 3 professional certifications on average.

Most common languages

German, English, Spanish

HR Project Managers in Germany most often speak German, English, and Spanish.

Speak two or more languages

100%

100% of HR Project Managers in Germany speak two or more languages.

Based on our profile pool as of 30 Oct 2026.

Daily rate distribution

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8% of HR Project Managers in Germany charge less than €640 per day.
13% of HR Project Managers in Germany charge between €640 and €800 per day.
33% of HR Project Managers in Germany charge between €800 and €960 per day.
25% of HR Project Managers in Germany charge between €960 and €1120 per day.
17% of HR Project Managers in Germany charge between €1120 and €1280 per day.
4% of HR Project Managers in Germany charge €1440 or more per day.
<€640 €640-​800 €800-​960 €960-​1120 €1120-​1280 €1440+

The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this role in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.

Average rates for HR Project Managers in Germany

Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.

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Daily rate avg. 932 €

The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.

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Median rate 920 €

The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.

Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 30 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.

HR Project Managers experts industry focus

See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.

  • Professional Services (92%)
  • Information Technology (72%)
  • Manufacturing (68%)
  • Automotive (56%)
  • Banking and Finance (44%)
  • Healthcare (36%)
  • Retail (36%)
  • Telecommunication (32%)

Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.

About the role

HR projects with structure

An HR Project Manager turns people initiatives into clear plans, owners, and deliverables. The work often sits between HR, IT, Finance, Legal, and line managers. Strong freelancers keep scope tight and make sure the project moves from concept to rollout without losing the human side.

Typical delivery

  • Plan and run HR transformations, policy updates, and process changes
  • Coordinate HRIS, payroll, and employee lifecycle projects
  • Align stakeholders across HR, Works Council, leadership, and vendors
  • Track risks, dependencies, timelines, and decisions
  • Prepare status updates, steering materials, and rollout communication

Skills that matter

A strong HR Project Manager knows project methods and understands how HR really works in practice. They should be comfortable with workshops, process mapping, change impact analysis, and clear documentation. In many cases, they also need confidence with HR systems such as SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, or other HRIS environments, plus solid Excel and presentation skills.

When companies bring one in

Companies usually hire an HR Project Manager on a freelance basis when a core team is overloaded, a transformation needs outside structure, or specialist project leadership is needed for a defined period. This is common in mergers, reorganizations, HR system rollouts, and international standardization work. In Germany, many clients also need someone who can work smoothly with German-speaking stakeholders and established employee representation processes.

What strong professionals deliver

A good HR Project Manager does more than update a plan. They spot issues early, keep decisions moving, and translate between HR specialists and business stakeholders.

  • Clear ownership and realistic milestones
  • Clean documentation and decision logs
  • Practical change communication for managers and employees
  • Reliable coordination across internal teams and vendors
  • Calm handling of sensitive people topics

How to judge fit

Look for evidence that the person has led similar HR projects, not just supported them. Ask how they handled conflicting priorities, data quality issues, and stakeholder resistance. Strong candidates can explain how they keep a project on track when HR, IT, and leadership all want different outcomes.

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the questions that come up most around HR Project Managers.

An HR Project Manager plans and coordinates HR work that has a clear goal, scope, and deadline. That can include HR system rollouts, policy changes, process redesign, org change, or employee data projects. The role connects people, process, and delivery so the work does not stall between teams.

A strong HR Project Manager combines project discipline with practical HR knowledge. Look for stakeholder management, workshop facilitation, risk tracking, clear documentation, and experience with HRIS environments, change communication, and process mapping. They should also be able to work with HR, IT, Finance, and leadership without losing momentum.

An HR Project Manager is focused on delivering a defined project, not on owning day-to-day HR advice or running HR operations. An HR Business Partner supports managers and people topics more broadly, while an HR Operations lead usually owns ongoing service delivery. The project role is narrower, more time-bound, and centered on execution.

Freelance HR Project Managers make sense when the work is temporary, urgent, or highly specific. Companies often use them for transformation programs, system implementations, integrations after a merger, or policy rollouts that need extra capacity and structure. It avoids long recruitment cycles for a role that may not be needed after the project ends.

Yes, many parts of the HR Project Manager role can be done remotely, especially planning, stakeholder coordination, documentation, and reporting. On-site time is often useful for workshops, sensitive change topics, or meetings with local leadership and employee representatives. For Germany, language needs and local coordination should be discussed early.

Typical work for an HR Project Manager includes HRIS implementation, payroll-related coordination, process harmonization, workforce planning support, and HR transformation programs. The role is also common in mergers, reorganizations, and international rollouts where one person must keep many moving parts aligned. The best fits are projects with clear ownership gaps and many stakeholders.

Ask for examples of projects they led end to end and how they handled setbacks. A good HR Project Manager can explain how they managed scope changes, handled resistance, and kept leadership informed without creating noise. Strong candidates also show clean thinking in their documents, decisions, and meeting structure.

A freelance HR Project Manager should clarify the project goal, decision owners, key stakeholders, systems involved, and any works council or legal review steps. It is also important to know how success will be measured and how often the client expects reporting. Clear scope at the start prevents confusion later.

The average hourly rate for HR Project Managers in Germany is 116 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 932 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers working as HR Project Managers in Germany, 89% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 68% hold at least a Master's degree, and 11% hold a doctorate.

On average, freelancers working as HR Project Managers in Germany have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.5 years.

The most common languages among freelancers working as HR Project Managers in Germany are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (12%).

The most common industries among freelancers working as HR Project Managers in Germany are Professional Services (92%), Information Technology (72%), and Manufacturing (68%).

The most common business areas among freelancers working as HR Project Managers in Germany are Project Management (100%), Human Resources (96%), and Information Technology (40%).

FRATCH HR Project Managers main locations

Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.

Berlin Hamburg Munich Cologne Frankfurt Stuttgart Dusseldorf Leipzig Dortmund Essen Bremen Dresden Hanover Nuremberg

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