People Partner at Quantware

ABOUT US QuantWare is the world's leading manufacturer of superconducting quantum hardware. As a hyper-growth scale-up with a global customer base, our mission is to accelerate the advent of the quantum computer. We push the boundaries of what's possible in our field. We work on making the world’s largest quantum processors as fast as possible. At QuantWare, we’re not just producing quantum hardware for the hyperscalers of tomorrow; we’re working on technology that will change the world. To make that ambition a reality, we need exceptional people who drive real impact. That’s where you come in.  As our only People Partner, you will report to the VP People and bring to life our People & Culture agenda across the office and labs - delivering the key projects needed to scale our culture and retain our talent as we continue in a phase of hypergrowth. You bring empathy, structure, ownership, and calm execution in a fast-moving scale-up environment. You will work closely with the rest of the People team, finance, line managers and the rest of our 75+ employees. We have scientists in labs and commercial teams in the office, all based in Delft (opposite the TUDelft campus). To be successful in this role you need to have strong communication and social skills to build trust with the stakeholders from 25+ nationalities ages 20 to 60+ and a very wide range of educational backgrounds. You bring flexibility, speed, and eagerness to find solutions with a pragmatic and resourceful approach. You enjoy dealing with ambiguity and ensuring People topics are handled with care, compliance and consistency. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING - Support our managers on topics such as performance management, onboarding, feedback skills, sickness absence management, gender inclusion. - Own the people-manager community, building their peer learning and collective capability. - Proactively identify opportunities to strengthen and scale our culture, then design and deliver initiatives that harness the opportunity. - Prepare the organisation for upcoming labour law regulation changes, eg EU Pay Transparency. - Leverage Personio’s analytical capability to generate and review People KPIs. - Step in as administrative back up for our People & Culture coordinator when she is out (contract preparation, Personio data management, etc). - Run recurring compensation processes such as bonus cycles and incentive administration where applicable. YOUR PROFILE You do not need to tick every box, but if most of these sound like you, we would love to hear from you! - 3-5 years experience of HR in a scale up environment - Working knowledge of Dutch labour law and comfort in advising managers in a compliant manner - Eagerness to learn and get things done with quality and speed, in a very diverse and dynamic environment. - Strong team player, great organizational skills and high attention to detail. - Confident working with HR systems and improving processes. - You are naturally approachable, positive, friendly and able to build strong working relationships across the wider company, not just process driven, but people driven. - Excellent communication skills in English. Dutch is a plus. WHAT WE OFFER: At QuantWare, you’ll be part of a high-performing team of world-class experts in an ambitious, fast-moving environment. From day one, you’ll have the trust, tools, and support to do your best work. Here’s what you can expect: Competitive salary - A competitive monthly salary, plus an 8% annual holiday bonus paid out each May. Pension that’s built to last - We contribute around 13.5% of your salary to a future-proof pension plan that includes partner and dependent coverage. Flexibility built on trust - We focus on outcomes. Work flexibly, in a hybrid setup, with an open vacation policy that lets you manage your time. Personal growth - We invest in your L&D, with a budget available to each team member, dependent on their individual ambitions, development needs, and performance. A focus on well-being - We support your physical and mental energy through wellness initiatives that help you recharge and stay sharp. A connected team - We make space to celebrate wins together, with team events, offsites, and spontaneous moments that bring us closer. DIVERSITY & INCLUSION AT QUANTWARE At QuantWare, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. We believe that varied perspectives drive better decisions, foster innovation, and strengthen our work. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You might bring a unique perspective or skill set that makes you a great fit for our team. As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening.