Chief People Officer, Global HR

il y a 3 semaines

Paris, Île-de-France Le Wagon, Inc. Temps plein

Le Wagon is a prominent global entity in immersive technology education. Our goal is to equip individuals from diverse backgrounds with essential skills in coding, data analysis, and product management, providing them with an unparalleled learning experience and aiding them in advancing their careers. Additionally, we assist organizations in becoming more data-centric by harnessing their data and unlocking the potential of their workforce through corporate training initiatives.

Established in Paris in 2013, Le Wagon has expanded to over 40 locations across 25 countries, including major tech centers like Berlin, London, Tokyo, Shanghai, Singapore, and São Paulo. Most importantly, Le Wagon boasts a vibrant community of over 26,000 graduates from various backgrounds, including career switchers, digital nomads, and numerous entrepreneurs who have launched over 220 tech startups and raised more than $1 billion.

As the Chief People Officer at Le Wagon, your primary responsibility will be to craft and implement a comprehensive global people strategy, ensuring that our team members (180+ Wagoners across more than 10 countries) feel empowered to maintain Le Wagon's esteemed reputation as a leading tech training provider while enjoying their journey with us and fostering their personal development.

Reporting directly to the COO and overseeing a team of four (Talent Acquisition, People Operations, Internal Communications, and Employer Branding), your role will be pivotal in achieving operational excellence and collaborating with the business to unlock future growth opportunities for Le Wagon. This position presents a unique chance for a seasoned People leader to build upon a solid foundation.

Location: Flexible work arrangements available | Contract: Full-time, permanent position

Your Responsibilities as Chief People Officer include:

People Strategy & Leadership

  • Formulate and execute a holistic people strategy that aligns with Le Wagon's growth and long-term goals.
    • Manage the People Budget and establish related guidelines (e.g., travel and team-building policies, IT resources, etc.).
    • Prioritize People Projects to enhance an innovative yet robust People structure, ensuring an exceptional employee experience for Wagoners.
  • Collaborate with the executive team to align people initiatives with business objectives and ensure effective communication of key messages to employees.
  • Address sensitive communications and provide leadership guidance on change management.

People Processes and Stakeholder Support

  • Oversee essential people processes such as Compensation Review, Variable Pay, and Performance Review, ensuring all necessary documentation is prepared prior to each key process rollout.
    • Compensation Review: Define budget, applicable policies, and processes; distribute documentation and tools for collecting compensation requests; facilitate arbitration at the executive level; and communicate outcomes to employees.
    • Variable Pay: Establish policy and implement variable plans annually (including process documentation, manager coaching, and employee communication).
    • Performance Review: Own the process and tools, define applicable procedures, and support managers and employees throughout all phases.
  • Provide coaching and support to managers on employee relations issues, including performance management, conflict resolution, and action planning.
  • Manage employee disputes and offer one-on-one coaching on various topics as needed.
  • Assist the People Team in training and development initiatives to foster growth among our Wagoners (skills assessment, learning and development, career pathways, etc.).

Employee Relations:

  • Collaborate with local legal advisors as necessary to address complex situational issues and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
  • In France:
    • Set the agenda for our three CSE committees (in partnership with the founder and General Counsel) and provide all required data.

Payroll:

  • Supervise global payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
    • This primarily involves supporting the People Operations Manager in preparing and executing payroll across all our countries.
    • For France, you will directly manage more complex payroll matters with our external payroll provider.

Leading the People Team:

  • Define the priorities for the People Team, aligning with the roadmap you will oversee and execute.
  • Support Talent Acquisition in structuring processes to ensure Le Wagon provides an exceptional candidate experience and successfully hires the best talent for our roles.
  • Assist People Operations in delivering accurate and timely payroll each month, maximizing the use of our tools (BambooHR) to maintain a detailed and precise overview of our employees, while clarifying operational processes (e.g., time off, benefits, perks) to ensure a seamless experience at Le Wagon.
  • Promote Internal Communication and knowledge sharing to foster transparency and open dialogue within Le Wagon, while enhancing every Wagoner's growth by showcasing their expertise.

This role is ideal for you if:

  • You are based in Paris and appreciate the opportunity to engage with the team on-site several days a week.
  • You possess a strong background in HR and have prior managerial experience in France.
  • You are a dedicated people practitioner with experience managing employees across EMEA (e.g., France, UK, Germany).
  • You have extensive experience in French employee relations and hands-on knowledge of CSE.
  • You thrive in a multi-tasking environment, driven by self-organization and the exploration of new technology tools.
  • You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English .
  • You are an empathetic leader with a data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
  • You maintain a positive mindset, with the ability to inspire and motivate global teams to achieve results.

We believe that transparency in the hiring process fosters inclusivity and enhances the candidate experience. Here’s how we envision your candidate journey with us:

  • HR Interview with our Talent Acquisition Manager: an overview of your career, motivations, and HR project management skills.
  • Hiring Managers Interview with the interim VP of People and COO: discussing the day-to-day role and vision of the organization.
  • Case Study Presentation to the executive team: this panel will evaluate your problem-solving abilities, HRBP, and data-related skills.
  • Stakeholder Interview with cross-functional leadership: an opportunity to meet key leaders and learn more about our organizational culture.
  • Meet the People Team : ideally, this meeting will take place on-site to introduce you to all members of the People Team.

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