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Senior People and Culture Manager

Clera · Berlin, Germany
Location
Berlin, Germany
Work mode
On-site
Type
Full-time
Seniority
Senior
Salary
€60,000–70,000 / year
Department
Engineering
Posted
16 Oct 2026

Verified open 19 Oct 2026 · Source: Ashby

About the role

About the Role

Build and run the people function for a fast-growing AI and machine learning startup. This senior individual contributor role supports the team through recruiting, onboarding, culture, employer branding, and HR operations, with no direct reports.

What You'll Do

  • Own recruiting operations, including pipeline management, sourcing, screening, and hiring process design.

  • Design and deliver onboarding programs that help new employees succeed during periods of rapid growth.

  • Build people processes, policies, and frameworks to support a scaling team.

  • Develop employer branding and recruitment marketing to attract talent in a competitive market.

  • Support employee engagement, retention, and a high-performance culture in a fast-paced startup environment.

  • Manage HR administration and support compliance with German labor law and employment regulations.

What We're Looking For

  • At least 5 years of experience in people or HR roles, including 3 or more years building or leading the function at an early-stage startup or in an equivalent high-growth environment.

  • Experience independently owning end-to-end recruiting operations and building people processes during rapid growth.

  • Knowledge of German labor law and employment practices, or the ability to rapidly develop expertise with legal support.

  • Experience with HR information systems, applicant tracking systems, and HR administration tools.

  • Background in employer branding, recruitment marketing, employee engagement, and culture initiatives.

  • Comfort working in a demanding, fast-paced startup environment and managing a broad range of responsibilities.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: €60,000 to €70,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid in Berlin, Germany, with at least four days per week in the office.

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