Job Description

What to Expect

Tesla is accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy. Revolutionary strategies and products were developed within a few years and successfully launched on a large scale. This is only possible through extraordinary speed, innovation and efficiency The most important pillar for this are our employees. Their passion, motivation and engagement ensure that we achieve our goals. We are looking for you to continue and expand this success story together.


The HR Operations Team Lead ensures a positive employee experience through effective coaching, people and work management for the HR Operations team. This function also serves to be an escalation point for their teams and the business to enable optimal delivery of HR services. Optimal implementation is ensured through liaising with internal and external stakeholders to drive global improvements. Input into and implement the HR Ops Strategy and operating model.

What You'll Do

Lead HR Operations team to achieve departmental targets through coaching and performance management. Drive cross-regional HR initiatives, process improvements, and quality control for compliance with local laws. Ensure data privacy compliance and analyze HR data to identify bottlenecks/trends for global HR strategy. Act as escalation point for HR queries and manage stakeholder communication across teams and departments. Optimize administrative processes, systems, and tools to enhance efficiency and employee satisfaction. Conduct bi-annual performance reviews and maintain team motivation/alignment with EMEA HR standards. Administer team requests (leaves, IT rights) and maintain communication channels (bulletin boards, online libraries).

What You'll Bring

Relevant experience in high-volume data processing (customer-facing environment), HR experience is mandatory. Relevant experience in team leadership/coaching roles with proven people management skills. Fluency in German and advanced English proficiency (written/verbal) and strong cross-functional communication abilities. Demonstrated HR operations knowledge (processes, compliance, systems like SAP/Workday). Project management expertise with a focus on process optimization and stakeholder collaboration. Technical proficiency in MS Office, Google Suite, and HRIS platforms. Ability to handle sensitive data, resolve escalations, and adapt to dynamic priorities.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.



Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.