At Oda, we develop affordable grocery services to make the logistics of living surprisingly easy. First, we built Norway’s leading online grocery store, and now, partnered with Mathem in Sweden, we’re on our way to becoming the world’s most effective retail system, delivering to thousands of Scandinavian doorsteps every week.

As part of our team, you’ll work with smart, passionate colleagues who bring their whole selves to work every day. It’s a fast-moving, collaborative environment where everyone is welcome and everyone’s opinion matters. Whether you're shaping the future of online retail, tackling complex logistical problems, or making everyday life better for our customers, your work will have a real impact. Read on to find out what part you could play in our story.

Our world-class logistics and tech solutions allow us to reduce food waste, save time and money, and ease the mental and physical load for people who want more space for life.

We're looking for a People Partner to join our People team in Oda!

As a People Partner at Oda, you’ll play an important role in shaping how we support and develop our teams. You’ll be the go-to partner for our Delivery organization — and work closely with leaders to make sure we create great conditions for people to thrive and grow, while helping the business succeed.

You’ll be part of a close-knit team of People Partners and Advisors who support each other, share insights, and collaborate across Oda. Together, we aim to build strong, people-centered practices that scale with the company.

What we offer 🚀

• A chance to make a real impact as a People Partner in a fast-moving company with a product people love - while shaking up the grocery industry.

• Teammates who aim high and have each other’s backs. We care about people, and that means supporting each other every step of the way.

• A flat structure where we team up across disciplines to solve exciting challenges. Big ideas come from everywhere!

• A transparent way of working. We use Slack to stay in the loop-less email, fewer meetings, more getting things done.

• Discounted lunch and a free gym to stay fueled and energized.

• A collaborative approach - we tackle exciting tech and product challenges together, across different fields.

• A chance to shape the future of grocery shopping while building a company that’s here to stay.

What you’ll be doing as a People Partner

• Partner with leaders to design team structures and ways of working that support their goals
  
  

• Use people data (like engagement, sick leave, turnover, etc.) to spot trends and help leaders make informed decisions
  
  

• Lead and support organizational changes — from team restructuring to role adjustments
  
  

• Give guidance on roles, compensation, and job architecture
  
  

• Help plan for future talent needs and identify potential gaps or risks
  
  

• Build good relationships with unions (like Fellesforbundet) and participate in negotiations
  
  

• Improve and develop HR processes and create useful tools and materials for leaders
  
  

• Support leaders with complex personnel matters in a fair and thoughtful way
  
  

• Ensure we follow relevant laws and internal guidelines
  
  

• Act as a coach and sounding board for leaders as they grow in their roles
  
  

• Bring insights from your areas to help improve how we work with people across Oda
  

To thrive in this role, we believe you enjoy working both strategically and hands-on. You're curious, pragmatic, and comfortable navigating complex people challenges. You pay attention to detail, build trust easily, and know how to balance empathy with business needs. You're a confident communicator who’s not afraid to challenge or be challenged — always with the goal of helping people and teams grow.

What you’ll need to succeed 🌟

• Educational background in HR or relevant field, or equivalent experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Operational HR, working closely with leaders

• Strong understanding of both the human and business sides of leadership

• Solid knowledge of labor law, union collaboration, and compliance matters

• Experience with HR systems (e.g,. Workday, Quinyx, Peakon, or similar)

• Fluent in both English and Norwegian

What would be nice to have 💡

• A business-minded HR professional who sees the bigger picture

• A problem-solver who identifies root causes and recommends effective solutions

• Someone who builds trust with leaders while also challenging them when needed

• Strong communication and negotiation skills

• Ability to handle quick operational tasks and drive long-term initiatives

• It’s a bonus if you’ve worked with People data and enjoy drawing insights to support good decisions.

A few final words

At Oda, you’ll join a passionate, ambitious team working to change the future of grocery shopping. We’re all different—just like you—and we wouldn’t have it any other way. If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, just let us know, and we’ll do our best to help. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and want everyone to have an equal shot at landing the job. 🧡

Come build the future of grocery with us! Want to know more about how we work? Check out these posts on Medium.

We can’t wait to hear from you! 🧡