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Finland
- Permanent Full-Time
- Posted: 17 Feb 2026
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About the job
Are you a curious and ambitious people’s person with a strong business mindset? Do you want to co‑build a sustainable future as part of a global organisation? Then maybe you are our next HR Business Partner based in Finland
About you
As HR Business Partner, you work closely and hands‑on with the business and get exposure to stakeholders at all levels. You will provide guidance in complex HR matters using your knowledge of Finnish labour law and local employment practices, as well as provide HR support on both a strategic and operational level. You will work closely with the HR team across Nordics & Baltics, consisting of local HR Business Partners, Talent & Learning, Reward, Internal Communication & Engagement and Payroll. Your main focus will be on Finland, while some of your projects and responsibilities will span across the Nordic & Baltic region. You will play a key role in strengthening people processes in the Finnish organisation, supporting both growth, engagement and organisational development.
Your main responsibilities will be:
- Support and partner with team leaders in the execution of annual HR processes and organisational development initiatives.
- Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees in a wide range of HR‑related matters, always ensuring correct measures and compliance according to Finnish legislation and Danone business strategy.
- Continuously review and update HR processes and policies, proactively driving the HR agenda in line with the Nordic & Baltic vision.
- Own and maintain HR data in relevant systems, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee records and compiling employee‑related reporting.
- Coordinate employee inductions and manage onboarding together with the Talent & Learning team.
- Support recruitment processes and learning activities as HR Business Partner, always with the business perspective in mind.
- Contribute to working environment improvements, HR‑related internal communication and other ad‑hoc projects as needed.
In order to be successful in this role, you need to have:
- A degree within Human Resources or equivalent.
- Approximately 5 years of experience from a broad HR role, preferably in an international or matrix organisation.
- Solid knowledge of Finnish labour law and experience in providing legal guidance connected to employment matters.
- Experience working in FMCG, retail or other fast‑moving industries is considered a merit.
- Strong communication skills in Finnish and English, both verbal and written.
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to navigate a complex stakeholder environment.
- The confidence to work independently with high integrity, while collaborating effectively with all levels of the organisation.
- A true team‑player mindset with strong interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for people.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
About Danone
Danone’s mission is bringing health through food to as many people as possible and we believe in order to do so we need a healthy planet. We have more than 100 000 employees worldwide built on three business categories: Dairy and Drinks, Plant-Based Products and Specialized Nutrition who all strive for our vision One Planet One Health.
Danone Nordics & Baltics has 500 employees, and our brand portfolio includes many trusted brands such as Alpro, Activia, YoPro, Actimel, Danonino, Souvenaid, Fortimel, Neocate, Lophlex, ProViva, Aqua d’Or and Fortini.
We develop healthy food choices for everyone and grow strong brands through close collaboration with our customers and consumers. We keep challenging ourselves to stay one step ahead of emerging trends and tastes. Join our movement for a more sustainable world. One Planet One Health BY YOU.
Did you know that as a B-Corp certified company, Danone meets the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability? For more information about Danone, our teams and culture, please explore careers.danone.com.
TO APPLY
Please click the “APPLY” button and submit your application in English by March 8. The recruitment process is ongoing, and we will review applications and conduct interviews continuously. Observe that the position may be filled before last application date.
We are proud to be an equal employer. We are convinced our differences make the difference and that an inclusive working environment will drive our growth as a business, as teams and as individuals. We will therefore consider all applicants for employment* fostering an inclusive working culture that is accessible for all.
* all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Danone Finland OY with its registered office in Helsinki (Malminkatu 30, 00100, Helsinki) is the controller of personal data disclosed in the profile and in documents submitted during the recruitment process.
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