Regional HR Director - Americas Professional

Nilfisk is seeking a visionary, strategic, and people-first leader to serve as Regional Human Resources Director - Americas Professional. This role is a key member of the global People, Organization & Culture Team, serving as a trusted partner to senior leadership in the Americas and a dedicated champion for our employees.

You will lead aspects of the regional people strategy, including talent development, employee engagement, and organizational culture. This is an opportunity to influence both the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of a purpose-driven organization.

At Nilfisk, we embrace a people-centric culture rooted in diversity, inclusion, and employee growth. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Leadership

• Partner with the Americas Professional Leadership Team to support people initiatives and HR programs aligned with Nilfisk’s mission, vision, and values
• Provide HR guidance and expertise in organizational planning, workforce matters, and people-related decisions across the region
• Cultivate an inclusive, values-driven company culture that fosters connection, collaboration, accountability, and performance.
• Support change management initiatives and strengthen leadership capabilities across the organization.

People & Culture Development

• Drive employee development through leadership training, coaching, performance management, and career progression programs.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, open feedback, and innovation.
• Equip managers with tools and training to lead high-performing, engaged teams.
• Utilize people analytics tools (e.g., Workday, Peakon) to monitor engagement, satisfaction, and productivity, turning insights into actionable strategy.
• Lead talent management initiatives focused on engagement, retention, and succession planning.
• Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across all functions and levels.

HR Operations & Administration

• Collaborate closely with local and Global HR Centers of Excellence, including Compensation & Benefits, Talent Acquisition, HR Services, and Organizational Development.
• Address employee concerns and resolve workplace issues with fairness, empathy, and professionalism.
• Continuously support in the improvement of systems for performance evaluation, workforce planning, and employee development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree or HR certifications such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of progressive HR Business Partnering, including at least 2 years partnering and supporting a Sr. Leadership team.
• Proven success driving strategic people initiatives, fostering culture, and improving employee engagement.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align people strategies with broader organizational goals.
• High emotional intelligence, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence and build trust at all levels of the organization.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%, including internationally.

Why Join Us?

If you're passionate about people-first leadership and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where HR is integral to business success—this role is for you.

At Nilfisk, we value trust, innovation, and diversity. We offer a workplace where employees are empowered to grow and contribute meaningfully. Join us in shaping the future of work and creating a culture where people truly come first.

Let’s create a cleaner future together

Cleaning has emerged as a key contributor to health and safety, sparked by technology and innovation. At Nilfisk we are a driving force in this development. Being part of Nilfisk means thinking outside of the box, bringing your inspiring ideas to life, sharing the results, and learning from your setbacks. We believe that diversity is our greatest strength – as we achieve the best results from a wide variety of views and approaches. At Nilfisk, you have the freedom to be yourself and express your opinions. Nilfisk is firmly committed to growth and sustainability in everything we do. You will be empowered in your role as you collaborate with passionate colleagues on a quest to create a cleaner future.

Are you ready to make a change for a cleaner future?

About Nilfisk

Nilfisk is a world-leading provider of professional cleaning equipment and services, founded in Denmark in 1906. With approximately 4,500 employees across 45 countries a