Kerstin Conrad - Sr. HR Business Partner

Q: Where is Kerstin based?

Kerstin is based in Schönwalde am Bungsberg, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Kerstin speak?

Kerstin speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Kerstin have?

Kerstin has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Kerstin has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 7 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 1 month . Note that Kerstin may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Kerstin's latest experience?

Kerstin's most recent position is Sr. HR Business Partner at Sensient Technologies Europe GmbH .

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

In recent years, Kerstin has worked for Sensient Technologies Europe GmbH , JLL , Heubach GmbH , and Beckman Coulter GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Kerstin most experienced in?

Kerstin is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Information Technology (IT) , and Chemical . Kerstin also has some experience in Energy , Food and Beverage , and Biotechnology .

Q: Which business areas is Kerstin most experienced in?

Kerstin is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources (HR) and Project Management .

Q: Which industries has Kerstin worked in recently?

Kerstin has recently worked in industries like Chemical , Food and Beverage , and Biotechnology .

Q: Which business areas has Kerstin worked in recently?

Kerstin has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources (HR) and Project Management .

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Schönwalde am Bungsberg, Germany

Experience

Jun 2024 - Nov 2024

6 months

Sr. HR Business Partner

Sensient Technologies Europe GmbH

Reorganization of the HR department and HR processes, and digitization to cut costs and save time
Part of the Health and Safety team
Advising and supporting the General Manager, directors, and 180 employees on all HR-related topics, People n’ Culture, performance management, succession planning, and labor law
Conducting communication trainings, mediation, and leadership development
Support of change management activities as part of the reorganization
Introduction of People and Culture topics like career paths and promotion of a positive and inclusive company culture
Negotiation of company agreements and close collaboration with the works council

Sep 2023 - Dec 2023

4 months

Frankfurt, Germany

HR Business Partner

JLL

Stakeholder management
Advising and supporting 400 employees and managers on all HR and labor law matters
Prioritization, organization, and introduction of structure
Creation of performance reviews
Issuance of terminations, warnings, and references
Resolution of interpersonal issues through de-escalation and moderation

Apr 2022 - Jun 2023

1 year 3 months

Langelsheim, Germany

HR Business Partner

Heubach GmbH

Assumption of HR management for three months and support of the merger transformation with Colorants Solutions, focusing on reorganization, HR processes, and change management
Project lead for the implementation of ADP, ATOSS, SuccessFactors, and Exit LOGA: successful leadership and management of the projects, planning and rollout, blueprint creation for ATOSS, payroll configuration in ADP and ATOSS systems, testing phase and rollout, training of employees and managers
Initiation of digitization of personnel files to reduce costs and save time
Collaboration with the works council
Preparation and formatting of HR reports and documentation

Jul 2021 - Dec 2021

6 months

Krefeld, Germany

HR Business Partner Central Region

Beckman Coulter GmbH

Advising and supporting 250 employees and managers
Handling and resolving labor law matters
Designing, supporting, continuously improving, and professionally implementing all HR processes
Successful implementation of HR strategies, projects, and change management processes at the local level
Coordination and advising on annual performance reviews and goal-setting rounds, as well as the salary review process
Budget planning
Collaboration with the works council

Jul 2019 - May 2021

1 year 11 months

Sabbatical / care leave for mother

Aug 2018 - Jun 2019

11 months

Dorsten, Germany

HR Manager

Aggreko Deutschland GmbH

Took over HR management for two employees
Implemented Workday and delivered training within three months
Supported and advised employees and managers on all HR and employment law matters
Designed, managed, continuously improved, and executed all HR processes in an international context
Supported and implemented change management processes
Coordinated and advised on annual performance reviews, compensation processes, and budget planning

Jun 2016 - May 2018

2 years

Frankfurt, Germany

Senior HR Generalist – Local HR Partner

IHS Global GmbH

Supported and advised 120–130 employees and managers on all HR and employment law matters
Implemented global and local HR strategies and policies
Executed international projects at the local site
Carried out change management initiatives
Identified training needs and conducted training sessions
Reporting, administration, and payroll

Jun 2015 - May 2016

1 year

Family/Care Leave (Mother)

Sep 2013 - May 2015

1 year 9 months

Bochum, Germany

HR Specialist, Team Lead

Sellgate Germany GmbH/Dreicom GmbH

Set up the new site and HR department
Supported and advised 120 employees and managers
Recruited specialists and managers
Worked on projects and collaborated with the works council
Managed HR administration

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 (2 years), Information Technology (1.5 years), Chemical (1 year), Energy (1 year), Food and Beverage (0.5 years), and Real Estate (0.5 years).

Professional Services

Information Technology

Chemical

Energy

Food and Beverage

Real Estate

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 (6.5 years) and Project Management (3 years).

Human Resources

Project Management

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Sep 2008 - Jun 2010

Institut für Managementlehre gGmbH

Bachelor Professional of Human Resources Management (CCI), Certified HR Specialist, Training Instructor Certificate · Human Resources Management · Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Aug 2001 - Jun 2004

Gottfried Schultz Sportwagen GmbH (Porsche Zentrum Essen)

Automotive Sales Clerk · Essen, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Training Instructor Certificate

Institut für Managementlehre gGmbH

Bachelor Professional of Human Resources Management (CCI)

Institut für Managementlehre gGmbH

Certified HR Specialist

Institut für Managementlehre gGmbH

Profile

Created

January 2025

Last Update

January 2026

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Where is Kerstin based?

Kerstin is based in Schönwalde am Bungsberg, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Kerstin speak?

Kerstin speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Kerstin have?

Kerstin has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Kerstin has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 1 month. Note that Kerstin may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Kerstin be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Kerstin would be well-suited for roles such as: Sr. HR Business Partner, HR Business Partner, HR Business Partner Central Region.

What is Kerstin's latest experience?

Kerstin's most recent position is Sr. HR Business Partner at Sensient Technologies Europe GmbH.

What companies has Kerstin worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Kerstin has worked for Sensient Technologies Europe GmbH, JLL, Heubach GmbH, and Beckman Coulter GmbH.

Which industries is Kerstin most experienced in?

Kerstin is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology (IT), and Chemical. Kerstin also has some experience in Energy, Food and Beverage, and Biotechnology.

Which business areas is Kerstin most experienced in?

Kerstin is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources (HR) and Project Management.

Which industries has Kerstin worked in recently?

Kerstin has recently worked in industries like Chemical, Food and Beverage, and Biotechnology.

Which business areas has Kerstin worked in recently?

Kerstin has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources (HR) and Project Management.

What is Kerstin's education?

Kerstin holds a Bachelor in Human Resources Management from Institut für Managementlehre gGmbH.

Does Kerstin have any certificates?

Kerstin has 3 certificates. These include: Training Instructor Certificate, Bachelor Professional of Human Resources Management (CCI), and Certified HR Specialist.

What is the availability of Kerstin?

Kerstin is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Kerstin?

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