Diana Schmidt - HR Management

Q: Where is Diana based?

Diana is based in Buggingen, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Diana speak?

Diana speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), German (Intermediate), French (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Diana have?

Diana has at least 5 years of experience. During this time, Diana has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 9 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 6 months . Note that Diana may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Diana's latest experience?

Diana's most recent position is HR Management at Höganäs Germany GmbH .

Q: What companies has Diana worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Diana has worked for Höganäs Germany GmbH , trinkkontor GmbH , Unnamed wholesale company , KOCH Pac-Systeme GmbH , and Unnamed insurance broker .

Q: Which industries is Diana most experienced in?

Diana is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Food and Beverage , and Metals and Mining . Diana also has some experience in Media, Entertainment and Publishing , Manufacturing , and Insurance .

Q: Which business areas is Diana most experienced in?

Diana is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources (HR) .

Q: What is Diana's education?

Diana attended education in Bank clerk .

Q: Does Diana have any certificates?

Diana has 5 certificates . Among them, these include: Trainer (IHK) , Business Coach (IHK) , and Certified Bank Business Administrator (ADG) .

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Buggingen, Germany

Experience

Aug 2024 - Present

1 year 7 months

HR Management

Höganäs Germany GmbH

Advising managers
Contact person for employment law topics
Collaboration with the works council
Discussion and negotiation of company agreements
Recruiting
Talent development
Management training

Jul 2024 - Present

1 year 8 months

Duisburg, Germany

Talent Development & Leadership Coaching

trinkkontor GmbH

Coaching managers
Coaching an HR department employee
Advising on advancing talent development for the whole company
Advising on designing the online presence (career page)

Oct 2023 - Oct 2023

1 month

HR Project

Unnamed wholesale company

Analyzing collaboration issues at the site
Conducting a two-party mediation
Conducting a leadership and team-building workshop
Follow-up review

Sep 2023 - Jul 2024

11 months

Pfalzgrafenweiler, Germany

HR Management

KOCH Pac-Systeme GmbH

Advising managers and employees on various HR topics
Advising management on staffing, leadership-related, and labor law issues
Coordinating, optimizing, and supporting HR processes
Coordinating and supporting organizational change processes
Advising and assisting with personnel cost planning
Project support "Organization 25 – Specialist Career"
Advising on implementing performance assurance measures
Developing and implementing HR strategies and concepts
Advising on specific HR topics, such as employee retention and employer branding
Recruiting
Constructive collaboration with the works council
Coaching a junior HR officer
Strengthening the standing and improving the image of the HR department

Mar 2023 - Jun 2023

4 months

HR Project

Unnamed insurance broker

Designing HR guidelines
Setting up a performance management process
Designing/updating the corporate-wide organizational chart

Jul 2022 - Nov 2023

1 year 5 months

Mannheim, Germany

HR Management

CloserStill Media Germany GmbH

Consulting managers and employees in various HR contexts
Digitizing personnel records
Designing a company suggestion scheme
Revising the employee handbook
Intensive onboarding and support for the new HR manager
Implementing new HR software in cooperation with the parent company in England

Apr 2022 - Dec 2022

9 months

Duisburg, Germany

HR Management

trinkkontor GmbH

Restructuring the HR department
Advising the management board and other senior leaders
Managing the change process
Coaching new HR staff
Facilitating workshops
Interactive presentation for managers on dealing with change
Creating new processes, company policies, organizational guidelines, checklists, etc.
Developing and launching various talent development tools, such as a talent pool and leadership development program
Creating and reviewing personality profiles
Recruiting
Drafting warnings and terminations

Oct 2021 - Jul 2022

10 months

Singen, Germany

Leadership Project

Trewitax GmbH

Workshops with the firm's partners
Employee survey:
Design, execution, analysis, and presentation
Reviewing individual results in one-on-one meetings
Deriving and developing targeted action plans
Supporting recruiting

Sep 2021 - Jan 2022

5 months

Mannheim, Germany

HR Management

spring Messemanagement GmbH

Consulting managers and employees in various HR contexts
Managing the change process
Implementing company integration management
Recruiting

Jul 2021 - Present

4 years 8 months

Buggingen, Germany

Freelance Business Coach

Eigenes Business Coaching

Various business coaching sessions in different contexts

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Professional Services (4.5 years), Food and Beverage (2.5 years), Metals and Mining (1.5 years), Media and Entertainment (1.5 years), Manufacturing (1 year), and Insurance (0.5 years).

Professional Services

Food and Beverage

Metals and Mining

Media and Entertainment

Manufacturing

Insurance

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Human Resources (4.5 years).

Human Resources

Skills

Advising Managers And Employees On All Hr Topics
Legal Hr Topics
Supporting Change Processes
Business Coaching
Talent Development & Training
Implementing And Improving Hr Structures, Processes, And Programs
Recruiting
Financial Services: Banks And Insurance Companies
Tax Consultants / Auditors
Trade / Logistics Including Strong Industrial Focus
Event Management / Trade Shows
(Special) Mechanical Engineering
It: Ms Office: Good Knowledge
Hr It: Sap, Paris, Geno.hr, Hibob, Personalwolke, Percos (New: Magellan), X-time, Atoss, Hr4you, Rexx…

Languages

English

Advanced

German

Intermediate

French

Elementary

Education

Bank clerk, additional qualification in financial management · Bank clerk

Academy of German Cooperatives (ADG)

Diploma in Bank Business Administration · Bank business administration · Montabaur, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Trainer (IHK)

Business Coach (IHK)

Certified Bank Business Administrator (ADG)

Mediator (Business Mediation) (IHK)

Certified HR Manager (ADG)

Profile

Created

October 2024

Last Update

April 2025

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Where is Diana based?

Diana is based in Buggingen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Diana speak?

Diana speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), German (Intermediate), French (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Diana have?

Diana has at least 5 years of experience. During this time, Diana has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 6 months. Note that Diana may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Diana be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Diana would be well-suited for roles such as: HR Management, Talent Development & Leadership Coaching, HR Project.

What is Diana's latest experience?

Diana's most recent position is HR Management at Höganäs Germany GmbH.

What companies has Diana worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Diana has worked for Höganäs Germany GmbH, trinkkontor GmbH, Unnamed wholesale company, KOCH Pac-Systeme GmbH, and Unnamed insurance broker.

Which industries is Diana most experienced in?

Diana is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Food and Beverage, and Metals and Mining. Diana also has some experience in Media, Entertainment and Publishing, Manufacturing, and Insurance.

Which business areas is Diana most experienced in?

Diana is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources (HR).

What is Diana's education?

Diana attended education in Bank clerk.

Does Diana have any certificates?

Diana has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: Trainer (IHK), Business Coach (IHK), and Certified Bank Business Administrator (ADG).

What is the availability of Diana?

Diana is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Diana?

Diana's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.