HR Business Partner

About the Role

IQGeo is seeking a proactive and strategic HR Business Partner (HRBP) to work closely with managers and teams across the organisation. The HRBP acts as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing guidance on people-related matters, supporting workforce management, organisational performance, and driving employee engagement, development, and culture initiatives.

This role is a combination of hard and soft HR, and bridges operational HR delivery and strategic people initiatives. The HRBP ensures HR policies and practices are applied consistently, workforce plans are aligned to business objectives, and employee experience is prioritised, while supporting change and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

Business Partnering & Strategic HR:

• Partner with managers and business leaders to understand organisational goals, challenges, and workforce requirements
• Provide advice and coaching on performance management, succession planning, talent management, and organisational development
• Contribute to workforce planning and capacity analysis to ensure teams are resourced effectively
• Collaborate with managers to support the planning and execution of strategic HR initiatives.

Employee Relations & People Advisory:

• Act as a first point of contact for complex employee relations matters; provide guidance, coach managers, and escalate as appropriate
• Support managers in handling performance, conduct, and absence issues using fair and consistent processes
• Apply employment law, policies, and best practice to advise managers while mitigating organisational risk

Talent, Learning & Development:

• Identify learning and development needs in partnership with managers and employees
• Facilitate or coordinate programmes to enhance skills, performance, and career development
• Support succession planning, high-potential talent identification, and retention strategies

Employee Experience & Engagement:

• Drive initiatives that enhance employee engagement, motivation, and workplace culture
• Support programmes promoting inclusion, wellbeing, and positive working relationships
• Act as a visible HR advocate within the business to foster a supportive and productive environment

HR Operations & Compliance:

• Partner with the wider HR function and operational teams to ensure smooth delivery of HR processes, including recruitment, payroll, onboarding, offboarding, and benefits administration
• Monitor local compliance and ensure HR policies, procedures, and standards are applied consistently
• Maintain confidentiality and act as a trusted advisor to both managers and employees

Data, Insights & Continuous Improvement:

• Analyse HR metrics, trends, and workforce data to provide actionable insights and recommendations to business leaders
• Support HR team in organisational change initiatives and process improvement projects
• Identify opportunities for improved ways of working, efficiency, and business alignment

Collaboration & Influence:

• Build effective relationships with managers and employees across functions, influencing decisions and outcomes
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure HR initiatives support organisational objectives
• Act as a role model for professional HR practice and ethical behaviour

What You'll Bring

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills; able to influence and coach managers effectively
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Sound knowledge of HR principles, employment law, and best practice
• Experience in workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, and talent development
• Ability to analyse data and provide evidence-based recommendations
• Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills
• Organisational and project management skills; able to prioritise multiple initiatives
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and HRIS systems
• Desirable: confidential counsellor (\"vertrouwenspersoon\") certification

Education & Qualifications

• 3–5 years' HR experience is typically indicative of success, ideally combining operational HR and strategic business engagements.
• Previous professional/formal training and experience in HR. (Samples of formal training that lead to success in this role may include a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration, and certifications (such as CIPD or SHRM) or related experience).
• Previous experience as an HR Officer, HR Generalist, or similar role is advantageous

Location / Work Arrangement

• This a hybrid role based out of our Ghent office, offering a blend of office presence and remote work depending on business needs.
• Occasional travel may be required to support multiple locations, recruitment, or business initiatives.

What In It for You?

• Competitive gross salary + annual bonus
• Company car or mobility budget
• Meal vouchers & eco-cheques
• Net home-office allowance
• Flexible working hours (38h/week) & 9 additional holidays
• Flexible benefits plan - Payflip (extra leave, bike, pension, tech, ambulatory & dental insurance, warrants)
• Health insurance (incl. family option) & pension plan
• Employee ownership via the SHINE program
• Laptop & mobile subscription
• Travel insurance 
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Office perks & employee discounts (Benefits at Work)

Flexibility & Work-Life Balance

We support hybrid and flexible working arrangements for all employees. We understand that life for many people involves school runs, care giving, or exercising

Work Permits & Visas
You must already have the right to work permanently in Belgium. This role does not support those requiring visas or visa transfers.

Diversity & Inclusion

At IQGeo, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to who we are and how we work. Guided by our values, we know that People Matter, and we are committed to building a team that reflects a wide range of nationalities, backgrounds, skills, viewpoints, and abilities.

We create an environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves with confidence, knowing they are respected, supported, and empowered to Deliver with Purpose. By embracing different perspectives, we Pioneer the Future together — shaping innovative solutions for our customers and our industry.

About IQGeo

At IQGeo, we help telecommunications and utility companies around the world \"build better networks.\" Our award-winning geospatial software empowers more than 500 organizations to plan, design, build, and maintain the fibre and energy networks that are essential to our connected, sustainable future.

Headquartered in Cambridge, UK with regional offices across North America, Europe, and Asia, we're proud to be a carbon-neutral software company tackling two of society's biggest challenges: universal broadband access and the transition to net zero. By joining IQGeo, you'll be part of a global team shaping the networks that power our businesses, communities, and planet for the long term.

Location

Ghent, East Flanders (Hybrid)

Department

Human Resources

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Experienced