When moving from start-up to scale-up and heading to a world-class growth company, Virta Group is now seeking a Chief People and Culture in Helsinki! Join us to build growth and lead the change journey with us!

We are seeking an experienced HR professional who is enthusiastic about a diverse range of responsibilities spanning both strategic and operational HR areas. As Chief People and Culture at Virta, you will have the opportunity to dive in and embark on a growth and transformation journey with us. This is a position where you can bring your perspectives and expertise to the forefront and will have the responsibility to refine our HR processes and practices. In addition to day-to-day operational work, you will make strategic-level decisions and set directions in both smaller and larger matters. You will be a member of the group management team, reporting directly to the CEO. Read more below and apply today!

About us

Virta is one of Europe’s fastest-growing companies in the electric vehicle (EV) charging services sector, on a mission to accelerate the shift toward sustainable mobility. With 200+ people in 7 countries and more joining the Group through our global EOR network, we’re a purpose-driven organisation powered by innovation, collaboration, and a shared vision for a cleaner future.

We’re now entering our next phase: evolving from a high-velocity start-up to a profitable scale-up, world-class growth company. This means refining our operations, strengthening our culture, and embedding sustainability into everything we do. 

To get to know more about us, please visit: Taking charge of tomorrow - Virta

As the Chief People and Culture, you will

• Own and evolve the global people strategy to accelerate growth, align with our mission, and financial objectives. You will lead talent acquisition, leadership development, engagement, high performance, compensation & benefits, and HR operations while sustaining a value-driven culture that is strong, inclusive, and globally connected.
  
• Guide and build performance management. You will design a clear, objective-driven framework that drives clarity, accountability, and results at every level; enable ongoing feedback, coaching, and recognition.
  
• Drive sustainability strategy, embed ESG in operations, ensure CSRD/GRI compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
  
• Develop leadership and lead transformation programs, including restructures and operational shifts, balance compliance, transparency, and culture. You will partner with the executive team and line managers to ensure people’s strategies support operational efficiency and profitability goals.
  
• Oversee global HR compliance, risk, and governance, and adapt global frameworks to local regulations and cultural contexts.
  
• Serve as a trusted strategic partner to the leadership team, driving organisational effectiveness, championing sustainability, and building a performance-driven culture that inspires and retains top talent worldwide.

What capabilities and background do we see as a best fit for the Chief People and Culture role

• Substantial experience in responsible HR roles; senior international HR leadership, ideally in high-growth, multi-country environments, driving performance management, building leadership capability, and leading change at scale.
• Skilled at uniting diverse teams under a shared culture and purpose.
• Experience in attracting and retaining top talent.
• Strong knowledge of international HR compliance and governance, with a focus on employment regulations and practices in Europe, specifically in Sweden, Germany, France, and the United Kingdom.
• Passion for sustainability and ESG integration.
• Fluent communication in English and Finnish, proficiency in other languages, especially Swedish, French, or German, is considered an advantage.
• Self-driven work style; we hope you are a proactive developer and results-oriented HR-leader who takes the initiative.
• Inclusive, inspiring, and motivating professional who accelerates growth with us.

This is a hands-on role where rolling up your sleeves comes naturally, and leading tasks while uplifting people is a strength. We’re looking for someone with prior group management team experience, ideally with international exposure. Most of all, you’ll embody our values and be ready to scale with us.

What we can offer you

• A seat at the top table of one of Europe’s most exciting clean-tech companies.
• Chance to shape the future of mobility while shaping the culture of a scaling global organisation.
• A compensation level that matches your responsibilities and experience. We will clarify our salary criteria during the initial stages of recruitment.
• Be part of a collaborative and inclusive work culture.
• Office facilities in Salmisaari, Helsinki, with hybrid work opportunities.

Join us to build something new and steer our growth from startup to scale-up. If you’re an agile Chief People and Culture professional who can drive change, bring a genuine passion for people, and have the courage to challenge the status quo, this is your role!

Ready to join us and make an impact?

Excellent — we’re eager to learn more about you! Please submit your application via our recruitment platform, including your salary expectations and a brief summary of your background and motivation for applying to this role. The application deadline is September 9, 2025. We will begin interviews during the application period, and the position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is identified. We look forward to receiving your application!

Greenstep is supporting Virta Group in handling the recruitment process. For any questions, please contact Greenstep’s recruiter, Riika, at riika-maria.kuivalainen @ greenstep.fi. Please note that for data protection reasons, we cannot accept applications by email.