HR Business Partner - OSTP Finland Oy Ab - Jakobstad, Finland

At OSTP, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are now looking for an HR Business Partner – Competence & Work Ability to join our HR & Communications team of five professionals and strengthen our capabilities in Jakobstad. In this role, you will play a key part in developing how we build competence, support employee development, and ensure long-term work ability – all in alignment with our strategy and future ambitions in digitalization and AI. YOUR ROLE As an HR Business Partner, you will take ownership of key HR processes related to: COMPETENCE & LEARNING DEVELOPMENT Develop and maintain competence management practices, including competence matrices and development planning Coordinate training and learning activities (technical, soft skills, and certifications) Act as administrator of OSTP Academy (Learning Management System) Support the development of digital HR tools and data-driven ways of working Build cooperation with educational institutions and support talent pipelines EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT Own and develop employee development processes (e.g. PDD, onboarding) Support supervisors in identifying and implementing development actions Monitor competence development and related KPIs WORK ABILITY & WELL-BEING Develop and coordinate work ability management practices (early support, return-to-work) Act as the main contact for Occupational Health Care Support supervisors in work ability, well-being, and absence-related matters Analyze trends and drive preventive actions in cooperation with HSE and HR WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU BACKGROUND Bachelor or Master degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field Relevant experience in HR, especially within competence development, employee development, or work ability management Experience from an industrial or operational environment is an advantage SKILLS & CAPABILITIES Strong ability to take ownership and drive development forward Structured and analytical way of working Excellent cooperation and communication skills Ability to support and coach supervisors Interest in developing digital HR processes and data-driven practices OTHER REQUIREMENTS Understanding of Finnish labor legislation and collective agreements Fluent in Finnish, Swedish, and English WHY JOIN OSTP? Be part of developing future-oriented HR practices, including digitalization and AI Work in a role with real ownership and impact Collaborate closely with supervisors, management, and experts across the organization Contribute to building a workplace that supports performance, learning, and well-being Join a company committed to safety, responsiveness and sustainability INTERESTED? Please apply for the position no later than 2 August 2026. Interviews will be initiated during August. For more information about the role, please contact HR Manager Leena Kinaret, tel. +358 40 581 6890 or e-mail leena.kinaret@ostp.biz.