HR Path Expands Its Outsourcing Services with HORN Payroll Acquisition in Germany

In a significant move aimed at boosting its outsourcing capabilities in Germany, HR Path, a worldwide leader in HR consulting and HRIS solutions, has announced the acquisition of the HORN Payroll Company GmbH. This acquisition marks a pivotal moment for HR Path, which has established its presence in 28 countries and boasts a workforce of over 2,500 skilled professionals.

Founded in 2001, HR Path has consistently aimed to revolutionize human resources practices around the globe. The company specializes in offering advisory, implementation, and operational services, delivering innovative solutions designed to enhance efficiency and spur growth. The acquisition of HORN Payroll Company GmbH, which was founded in 2017, significantly enhances HR Path's capabilities in the realm of payroll outsourcing and interim services. HORN has cultivated a solid reputation for delivering custom payroll solutions that help international and rapidly growing businesses achieve compliance, scalability, and operational excellence.

This strategic acquisition not only reinforces HR Path’s leadership position within the HR sector but also strengthens its footprint in Germany. The integration of HORN’s specialized focus on payroll services with HR Path’s comprehensive HR solutions paves the way for augmented service offerings to clients in the region.

Carlo Fischer, Partner at HR Path, stated, “The acquisition greatly broadens the range of payroll-related services we now provide. Our collaboration with HORN Payroll Company GmbH allows us to leverage their expertise in payroll outsourcing and bolster our support for clients in Germany.” Fischer emphasized that the local knowledge and strong client relationships that HORN offers will complement HR Path’s global operational strategies. He further noted, “Through this partnership, we can deliver more tailored and customized support to meet our clients' diverse HR needs.”

Steven Horn, Managing Director at HORN Payroll Company GmbH, expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating, “We are excited about this new chapter! This partnership opens up significant opportunities for us while ensuring our commitment to providing exceptional service remains steadfast. We are eager to explore new possibilities as part of HR Path.”

Jean-Luc Barbier, another Partner at HR Path, added to the excitement by saying, “We are thrilled to welcome HORN Payroll Company GmbH and its talented team to our outsourcing practice. This integration is a crucial step toward enhancing our ability to deliver specialized payroll management solutions within Germany.”

As HR Path embarks on this journey with HORN, clients and stakeholders alike can anticipate an expanded suite of HR services that align with contemporary business needs. This acquisition not only demonstrates HR Path’s commitment to innovation in HR solutions but also highlights its strategic vision to provide comprehensive support to organizations in the increasingly complex landscape of workforce management.

With HR Path’s expanded reach and the strengths brought by HORN’s specialized services, the company is well-poised to lead the transformation of human resource management practices in Germany and beyond.