In the middle of rapid growth, OX2’s HR team faced a familiar challenge: a key team member was heading on a year-long parental leave. The question was clear — how to ensure both smooth daily operations and the momentum of essential HR development?

The starting point

OX2’s fast expansion had left development needs in its HR processes. At the same time, the company’s People Partner was preparing for parental leave. The situation required careful balance between managing day-to-day HR operations and driving strategic initiatives forward.

“During a growth phase, some things naturally get left behind. We needed someone who could bring structure while maintaining a high level of service.”

Experienced HR support when it mattered

We provided an experienced interim HR Consultant to step into the People Partner role for a year.
HR Consultant took responsibility for HR operations across three markets — Finland, Estonia, and Italy — and quickly integrated into OX2’s organization. Consultant’s role was not only to keep daily HR running smoothly but also to strengthen the company culture and lead development projects that had a direct impact on both employee experience and business goals.

Key achievements during the year

• ISO 45001 recertification: A major safety audit supporting OX2’s commitment to being a responsible and safe workplace.
• Talent Review: The company’s first comprehensive assessment of existing capabilities, role alignment, and future development needs.
• Values workshops: Facilitating the relaunch of company values to ensure they became a genuine part of daily culture.
• Engagement survey actions: Turning insights into tangible actions that strengthened commitment and engagement.
• Leadership development: Training and supporting new and existing leaders to equip them with the tools for effective leadership.
• Operational HR: Overseeing payroll, reporting, and the full employee lifecycle — from onboarding to offboarding.
• Legal entity change: Transforming the Finnish entity into a limited company to support business objectives.
• Change negotiations: Managing necessary business adjustments with care and responsibility.

Impact and outcomes

Our consultant helped OX2 maintain stability, clarity, and progress during a period of change.
They brought structure, took ownership, and ensured that key development projects were successfully completed. Solution-oriented and proactive approach made it possible for HR to effectively support the business throughout the entire assignment.

In the client’s words

“5/5 — Interim HR consultant never felt like an external consultant, but a true part of our team. They took ownership, worked independently, and made things happen. The solution-focused and courageous approach brought real value to OX2, developing both the team and the organization.”

About OX2

OX2 is a pioneer in renewable energy and one of Europe’s leading developers of wind power. Operating in eight European countries and in Australia, OX2’s mission is to increase the availability of renewable energy and accelerate the energy transition by developing, constructing, and managing large-scale renewable energy solutions.

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