Olaf Drewicke - Owner/Counselor

Q: Where is Olaf based?

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

Q: What languages does Olaf speak?

Olaf speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Olaf have?

Olaf has at least 30 years of experience. During this time, Olaf has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 5 years . Note that Olaf may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Olaf's latest experience?

Olaf's most recent position is Owner/Counselor at Management & Karriere .

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

In recent years, Olaf has worked for Management & Karriere .

Q: Which industries is Olaf most experienced in?

Olaf is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Construction , and Automotive . Olaf also has some experience in Chemical , Education , and Energy .

Q: Which business areas is Olaf most experienced in?

Olaf is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources (HR) , Information Technology (IT) , and Strategy and Planning .

Q: Which industries has Olaf worked in recently?

Olaf has recently worked in industries like Automotive , Chemical , and Construction .

Q: Which business areas has Olaf worked in recently?

Olaf has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources (HR) , Information Technology (IT) , and Strategy and Planning .

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Hamburg, Germany

Experience

Jan 2018 - Present

8 years 3 months

Hamburg, Germany

Owner/Counselor

Management & Karriere

HR management consulting, transformation & restructuring, leadership coaching
Acting HR Director Europe, FMCG, Berlin/NYC
Acting Head of HR, Private University, Bremen
Acting HR Director, Automotive, Bremen
Acting SVP Human Resources, Ship Building & Construction, Hamburg
Acting Senior HR Business Partner, Chemicals & Pharma, Hamburg
Acting Head of People & Culture, Energy, Hamburg
Acting Head of HR, FMCG/Production site, Hamburg
Leading the transformation agenda to support business profitability & people growth
Leading restructuring activities to execute change & organizational development
Coaching & counselling to leadership board, managers and employees
Selecting, recruiting and retaining top employees at all levels in the organization
Managing labor relations and unions
Negotiating reconciliation of interests & social plans in Germany and internationally
Leading the HR team to support day to day activities
Managing company external relations with governmental & local authorities
Aligning business needs to HR processes & procedures
Introducing performance management tools to support & develop employees and managers
Modernizing & investing into HR IS & digitalization
Implementing HR IS systems globally (e.g. Workday)
Designing & introducing global HR policies to enable good & compliant business practices
Building partnerships with external providers globally (transformation & outsourcing)

May 2012 - Dec 2017

5 years 8 months

Hamburg, Germany

International Human Resources Manager

Reemtsma/Imperial Brands

Contributed to manufacturing, supply and R&D strategy development as part of the functional HR leadership team
Advised functional & departmental directors on organization, planning and change management
Provided support and guidance on global HR issues including resourcing, management appointments, promotions and expatriation
Coordinated career development and talent management processes such as succession management & sourcing, future leader development and roll out of group initiatives
Supported managing relations with works councils, trade unions and employee representatives
Participated in cross functional group wide project teams (e.g. engagement surveys, 1HR transformation, organizational development, restructuring, social plan & reconciliation of interests)

Jan 2008 - May 2012

4 years 5 months

Hamburg, Germany

Head of HR

Muehlhan AG

Global responsibility for all HR at Muehlhan Group of companies, reporting directly to the board of management
Implemented HR strategies including development of competence models, revision of the recruitment strategy, systematisation of HR controlling and development of human capital assessment systems
Managed appointment and dismissal of senior management and employees groupwide
Handled assignment and contract management for international technical staff and senior management
Revised group remuneration structure and negotiated bonus and incentive arrangements for international general/senior management

Nov 2004 - Dec 2007

3 years 2 months

Wahlstedt, Germany

On-site

Head of HR Development, Germany Factory

Grundfos

Set up an HR and organisational development system at the production site for 650 employees
Developed and implemented a strategic HR management system in line with corporate guidelines
Introduced and implemented methods and tools for personnel assessment, selection and development (e.g. changing job specifications, competency models, 360° feedback, coaching, potential analyses)
Developed staff with potential for senior technical and managerial roles
Established an employer brand through press releases, PR, cooperation with universities, internal and external personnel advertising and recruitment programmes

Apr 2002 - Nov 2004

2 years 8 months

Hamburg, Germany

Corporate HR Development Manager

Jungheinrich AG

Improved systematic talent management including contract clarification, project planning and presentation strategies
Selected and developed staff for senior technical and managerial roles
Implemented successful succession planning methods
Introduced a dialogue & feedback-oriented corporate culture and provided leadership coaching
Enhanced international exchange of employees engaged on projects to strengthen corporate image

Jan 1995 - Mar 2001

6 years 3 months

Bremen, Germany

Head of Training and Development

Arbeiter Samariter Bund e.V.

Established and developed a training institute for health professionals including job specifications, employee selection and supervision
Developed and implemented vocational training and training concepts
Promoted cooperation between organisations, committees and associations in health care to ensure economic viability
Achieved international recognition and opinion leadership securing cooperation on socio-political and health politics projects

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 Manufacturing (14 years), Construction (12.5 years), Automotive (8 years), Chemical (8 years), Education (8 years), and Energy (8 years).

Manufacturing

Construction

Automotive

Chemical

Education

Energy

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 (30 years), Information Technology (8 years), and Strategy (8 years).

Human Resources

Information Technology

Strategy

Summary

Bringing extensive experience in Automotive, FMCG, Life Science, R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales & Services, I specialize in aligning people strategies with business goals. My expertise lies in Change-Management, Transformation, and Organizational Development, driving impactful results in dynamic and complex environments. As a hands-on leader with an international perspective, I excel in fostering collaboration across cultures and functions. I am passionate about partnering with the business to enable growth and innovation. Known for my inspiring and motivational mindset, I strive to empower teams, navigate change, and create sustainable value.

Skills

Leading The Transformation Agenda To Support Business Profitability & People Growth
Leading Restructuring Activities To Execute Change & Organizational Development
Coaching & Counselling To Leadership Board, Managers And Employees
Selecting, Recruiting And Retaining Top Employees At All Levels In The Organization
Managing Labor Relations And Unions
Negotiating Reconcilliation Of Interests & Social Plans In Germany And Internationally
Leading The Hr Team To Support Day To Day Activities
Managing Company External Relations With Governmental & Local Authorities
Aligning Business Needs To Hr Processes & Procedures
Introducing Performance Management Tools To Support & Develop Employees And Managers
Modernizing & Investing Into Hr Is & Digitalization
Implementing Hr Is Systems Globally (E.g Workday)
Designing & Introduction Of Global Hr Policies To Enable Good & Compliant Business Practices
Building Partnerships With External Providers Globally (Transformation & Outsourcing)

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Intermediate

Education

Oct 1992 - Jun 1998

University of Bremen

Political science and economics · Bremen, Germany

Certifications & licenses

EFQM®Assessor

Predictive Index® Analyst

StrengthsFinder® Coach

Profile

Created

January 2026

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Where is Olaf based?

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

What languages does Olaf speak?

Olaf speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Olaf have?

Olaf has at least 30 years of experience. During this time, Olaf has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 5 years. Note that Olaf may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Olaf be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Olaf would be well-suited for roles such as: Owner/Counselor, International Human Resources Manager, Head of HR.

What is Olaf's latest experience?

Olaf's most recent position is Owner/Counselor at Management & Karriere.

What companies has Olaf worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Olaf has worked for Management & Karriere.

Which industries is Olaf most experienced in?

Olaf is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Construction, and Automotive. Olaf also has some experience in Chemical, Education, and Energy.

Which business areas is Olaf most experienced in?

Olaf is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources (HR), Information Technology (IT), and Strategy and Planning.

Which industries has Olaf worked in recently?

Olaf has recently worked in industries like Automotive, Chemical, and Construction.

Which business areas has Olaf worked in recently?

Olaf has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources (HR), Information Technology (IT), and Strategy and Planning.

What is Olaf's education?

Olaf attended University of Bremen for Political science and economics.

Does Olaf have any certificates?

Olaf has 3 certificates. These include: EFQM®Assessor, Predictive Index® Analyst, and StrengthsFinder® Coach.

What is the availability of Olaf?

Olaf is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Olaf?

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