Job description
Help build the team behind scalable quantum computing - made in Germany
We’re eleQtron, a DeepTech company developing the next generation of quantum computers using trapped ions and innovative microwave technology. Our goal is to build scalable, ready-to-use quantum computing solutions right here in Germany - and turn world-class research into real-world impact.
Our team of 80 + people spans Hamburg, Siegen and a few remote locations - and as we continue to grow, we’re looking for someone to take the lead on how we build, support, and scale our organisation.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll report to our VP of Operations, lead a small People team, and take full ownership of our People practices - from recruitment and onboarding to development, feedback, and change. You’ll help ensure that our teams can do their best work in a highly technical, collaborative, and fast-moving environment.
What you’ll be responsible for
Leading and developing the People team (currently three people), ensuring focus, clarity and growth
Driving core HR processes across the employee lifecycle - recruitment, onboarding, feedback, performance, development, compensation, and exit
Acting as a partner to the VP of Operations, C-Level and key business leads on team structure, hiring plans, leadership development and change
Building scalable policies, tools and routines that help us grow without adding unnecessary complexity
Supporting a strong sense of connection across sites, including structured onboarding, team lead enablement, and cross-location visits
Ensuring we stay compliant and legally sound while maintaining a clear, people-first approach.
Job requirements
What success looks like
People know what to expect - because our processes are clear and consistent.
Managers are better equipped to lead - because we’ve given them the tools and support to do it well.
The People team runs smoothly - because priorities are set, roles are clear, and progress is tracked.
Growth feels structured, not chaotic - because the right conversations are happening early and often.
You’re a trusted thought partner to the Leadership Team and a steady, constructive presence across the business.
What you bring
Experience leading a People or HR team in a growing company (ideally 70–200 people), preferably in a technical or research-heavy environment.
A generalist background across recruitment, employee relations, feedback, performance, compensation, and compliance.
Experience working closely with leadership and helping organisations navigate change.
A mindset that balances structure and flexibility - you bring just enough process to make things work without getting in the way.
Fluency in German and English. You'll need both every day.
What we offer
A key role in one of Germany’s most promising DeepTech companies - with the chance to shape how it grows from the inside.
The trust and backing of the founders and the executive team.
Colleagues who care deeply about their work and are willing to be challenged.
Flexible work in Hamburg or Siegen (with occasional travel between sites).
A direct path to impact - no endless layers or internal politics.
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