Drive Engagement and Development as Director of People & Culture at Acendy

The Director of People & Culture will be responsible for overseeing Acendy’s people strategy, working closely with the leadership team and HR representatives across Norway, Sweden, and the Netherlands. In this key role, you will help shape an inclusive and innovative culture while implementing people strategies that align with Acendy’s goals and contribute to the company’s growth.
 
You will act as a strategic partner to the leadership team, providing counsel on talent development, organizational growth, and employee engagement. Additionally, you will drive initiatives that enhance collaboration, well-being, and alignment across Acendy’s three markets, while ensuring compliance with local regulations and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
 
The Director of People & Culture reports to the CEO and is part of the Management Team. The position is ideally based at Acendy’s headquarters in Tromsø, with travel required to connect with teams and colleagues across locations.
 
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking an HR leader with a proven track record in senior People & Culture roles. You bring solid expertise in talent management, employee relations, and cultural transformation, with the ability to manage complexity across markets and teams. Experience from tech or digital environments is an advantage.
 
You are skilled at partnering with and advising senior leaders, and you combine strategic thinking with operational execution and a hands-on approach. Fluency in English is essential, along with proficiency in either Norwegian or Swedish. As a leader, you are collaborative, strategic, and passionate about fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture that supports organizational growth.
 
Why choose Acendy and this position
This is a unique chance to design and implement people strategies for a dynamic and expanding business unit. You will have a direct impact on building an inclusive, innovative, and growth-oriented culture across three markets.
 
Acendy operates as part of the Visma group, providing you with a collaborative and supportive network, as well as access to resources and expertise from one of Europe’s leading technology companies.
 
In this role, you will be part of the international management team, giving you the opportunity to influence decisions and contribute to the strategic direction of Acendy.
 
If you have questions about the position, please contact Eva Sandboe (+47 90 96 76 44/eva@bonesvirik.no) or Christine Finset (+ 47 92 00 07 31/christine@bonesvirik.no) at Bønes Virik Executive Search. For a detailed role description, please reach out. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.
 
Deadline for application: January 13th