HR Business Partner

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HR Business Partner

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HR Business Partner

ABB's Electrification business offers a wide-ranging portfolio of products, digital solutions and services, from substation to socket, enabling safe, smart and sustainable electrification. Offerings encompass digital and connected innovations for low- and medium-voltage, including EV infrastructure, solar inverters, modular substations, distribution automation, power protection, wiring accessories, switchgear, enclosures, cabling, sensing and control.

We are seeking a proactive and business-oriented HR Business Partner for ABB Electrification Norway AS in Skien. You will work closely with our professional management teams to coach and develop the organization, managers, and employees to reach our goals based on the business- and HR strategy. Tasks are performed in close cooperation with ABB’s global HR team and service centers.

As HRBP, you will have the opportunity to influence the organizational development within Business Line Switchgear and use your knowledge, experience, and competence to develop the organization in the right direction in an unprecedent growth period.

Tasks and Responsibility:

Collaborate with the Leadership team to drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive organizational culture, while contributing to strategic projects that support business objectives.

Serve as the main HR contact for all key personnel matters within a specific function or area, supporting line management with HR issues and challenges.

Support managers and be proactive with regards change management in a highly dynamic working environment.

Advise on HR processes such as employee relations, performance management, organizational changes, succession planning, and development in line with ABB standards and strategy.

Implement HR policies and Compensation & Benefits schemes in line with ABB country policy

Participate in recruitment processes as HRBP in cooperation with hiring manager and EL Talent Partner

Influence on diversity, equality and inclusion-related initiatives

Lead local Business Line Competence & People Development initiatives by identifying skill gaps with management, summarizing course options for all staff, and designing training to drive business success. Support managers with the implementation of the strategic workforce plan and succession planning strategies.

Development and maintaining onboarding programs for office workers, production workers and new managers.

Drive employer branding by organizing engaging workshops, seminars, and collaborative school and university visits to our factories, while coordinating with key stakeholders and acting as a central contact for apprentice coordinators to ensure a seamless and appealing apprenticeship experience.

Background:

We are looking for a confident, robust, and resourceful HR Business Partner with initiative

You must have a structured way of working with an adaptable and flexible attitude

Business and people-oriented mindset

Highly communicative or Strong communication skills

In-depth knowledge of local labor law and best practices

Absolutely trustworthy and confidential

Minimum bachelor’s degree in HR related topics or other relevant education

Minimum 6 years’ experience in HR Management

Proven experience in creating and implementing people development plans

Fluent in Norwegian and English, both oral and written. Culture change agent and focused on driving improvement on all aspects of diversity.

Positive attitude -- we can do it

At ABB, you’re not just taking a job --- you’re gaining an opportunity to grow. We place great emphasis on personal and career development, offering an inclusive and flexible work environment where you can thrive. We believe that diversity is key to creating innovative solutions!

With us, you will get:

The opportunity to work in an international company with exciting challenges.

Focus on your personal development and career opportunities.

A supportive work environment with an emphasis on collaboration and diversity.

Competitive salary, along with comprehensive insurance and pension plans.

Access to on-site fitness facilities, corporate sports activities and company cabins.

Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.

Application deadline is: 23.03.2026

The position is located in: Skien

For more information regarding the position, please contact HR Business Partner, Per Morten Ihler at; +47 90698903

ABB is a supplier of critical infrastructure. Personnel safety is therefore important to ABB and our customers. In collaboration with Meditor, ABB in Norway conducts background checks on candidates who receive offers of employment. This is to ensure compliance with ABB’s guidelines for recruitment and personnel safety, as well as compliance with legal requirements related to trade sanctions. Candidates will be asked to provide relevant information.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

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