Dr. Martens is more than a brand - it’s a global icon with over 60 years of attitude, heritage, and cultural impact. We’re a thriving, values‑driven business powered by diverse thinkers, bold doers, and people who bring their whole selves to work. If you’re ready to make your mark, you’re in the right place.
At DM, our values guide everything we do: Be Yourself, Act Courageously, Show You Care. They’re not just words - they’re how we turn passion into progress.
WHERE YOU SITAs our People Lead- Nordics & Benelux you’ll be part of the People Team working closely with brilliant people across the business. Reporting directly to Head of People – UK, Nordics & Benelux. You’ll be at the core of fast‑moving, high‑impact initiatives shaping Dr. Martens - today and for the future. Based in our Amsterdam office.
WHERE YOU CONTRIBUTEThe People Lead - Nordics & Benelux is responsible for delivering the People agenda across the Nordics and Benelux markets, acting as a trusted advisor to leaders and enabling strong business performance through effective people strategies.
This role partners closely with market leaders and the wider People function to translate global People frameworks into locally relevant solutions. It supports organisational effectiveness, leadership capability, employee engagement and performance, while ensuring compliance with local employment legislation and internal governance.
By balancing strategic partnership with hands-on delivery, the role plays a key part in building a high performing, values led organisation aligned to Dr. Martens’ consumer centric growth ambitions.
People Business Partnering
Organisational Effectiveness & Workplace Planning
Talent, Performance & Development
Employee Engagement & Culture
Employee Relations & Compliance
Key Skills & Capabilities
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
READY TO FILL YOUR BOOTS?
If you’re excited to own your impact, shape the future of an iconic brand, and grow your career in a place that champions individuality — we’d love to hear from you.
At Dr. Martens, we are committed to creating an environment in which we can all be our best and bring our authentic selves to work. We encourage applications, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or disability. Diverse and inclusive teams have a positive impact on our brand; helping us speak authentically to our consumers. We strive to develop a business where our people can thrive and feel empowered to express themselves. Because we believe everyone should feel supported and included whatever their role in the Dr. Martens community.
