Lead our employee administration and payroll processes across the region, making sure they’re accurate, timely, and fully compliant with local tax and labor laws.
Simplify and standardize People & Culture processes to improve efficiency and align with global best practices.
Work closely with our external payroll and benefits partners, acting as the bridge between vendors, finance, and P&C teams to resolve issues.
Partner with our Reward, Data, and HRIS Manager to ensure our systems work seamlessly together.
Keep people data accurate, consistent, and reliable for informed decisions.
Own the end-to-end employee lifecycle for the region.
Support compensation and benefits activities, making sure they’re processed accurately.
Maintain and update our People & Culture documentation and policies.
Be the go-to expert for complex employment matters.
Stay on top of changing labor laws and ensure compliance.
Lead internal audits and risk assessments.
Ensure compliance around visas, work permits, employee classification, and remote work.
Help prepare our HR operations for future due diligence or private equity scenarios.
Shape the future of how we deliver HR services.
Provide guidance to People Leaders and P&C colleagues.
Be a trusted point of contact for employees with complex questions.
Support performance management across the region.
Lead, mentor, and support a team of four HR professionals across the EURA/UK region.

7–10 years of progressive experience in HR operations, payroll, and compliance, with significant exposure to multi-country or regional roles (especially Belgium, France, Netherlands, UK, Germany, Romania).
Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or a related field is ideal. A bachelor’s degree is required.
Proven experience in leading, mentoring, and developing a team of HR professionals.
In-depth knowledge of employment laws, payroll legislation, and HR compliance frameworks in key EMEA countries.
Advanced skills in conducting impartial workplace investigations, grievance handling, conflict resolution, and managing sensitive cases (performance, incapacity, misconduct).
Demonstrated experience leading global payroll processes, managing vendors, and driving improvements in HR service delivery and compliance.
Proficiency in HR systems and tools; experience with system integration, automation, and data reporting platforms is a plus. Meticulous approach to data integrity and process documentation.
Clear and empathetic communicator with the ability to balance strategic initiatives with daily operational tasks and urgent, complex cases. A hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves mentality.

Senior HR Manager – Operations, Compliance

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