Senior HR Generalist, France

il y a 3 jours

Paris, Île-de-France Sophos Temps plein
About Us
Role Summary
HR Generalist developing towards HR Business Partner to support local HR delivery in France and help determine necessary HR solutions and deliver proactive value add HR support.
Working closely with Global HR Business Partners, the HR Operations teams and business managers to support hire to retire HR practices and the delivery of HR Projects and initiatives.
Please note this role must be within a commutable distance of our Paris office What you will do
  • Providing a full suite of local HR generalist services locally in designated geographical region, managing all aspects of employee management from offer and contract production, onboarding, benefits enrolment, system changes, in and out of cycle employee changes through to handling employment terminations.
  • HR Administration
  • Supporting onboarding process from offer, contract, employee set up, orientation and other key administrative processes, e.g. payroll notifications, VISAs, background checks, benefits enrolment
  • Payroll reporting, ensuring monthly updates on starters, leavers and in-period changes are captured, audited and shared timely with payroll
  • Learning & Development registrations and reporting, upkeep of Learning systems, and management of OPCO account and training partners and the annual learning plan;
  • Working Time records and cyclical management of management processes
  • Ensuring H&S practices are applied timely, working with our global facilities team
  • Support CSE (works counsel) activities, e.g. set up and minutes of meetings, provision of regular reporting (headcount etc), preparation of agenda and supporting information (especially information to be handed to the CSE in advance, adhering to strict timing guidance), etc.
  • Managing occupational health needs including company doctor, medical visits, DUERP plan, etc.
  • Proactive and reactive administration of employee register (systems report), personnel files and other auditable or 'on-demand' tools and reports
  • Updating payroll with leave management records.
  • Statutory HR administration including notifications of payroll deductions, twice yearly L&D reporting (CSE), response to labor inspector or Company Dr demands, other...
  • Systems
  • Maintaining system updates and cyclical reviews with the respective HR HUB teams, including absence management, time management, working time, etc. and other new system implementations.
  • Using our HR systems SuccessFactors and Lever (Talent Acquisition); ensuring all relevant organisational information is correct (cost centre, reporting lines, position numbers, etc), maintaining and updating systems in a timely fashion with a keen eye for accurate and thorough data capture.
  • Biweekly and monthly system audits
  • Programs
  • Supporting HR Business Partners implement specific programs and initiatives in the areas of performance management, recognition, workforce planning and employee relations.
  • Work with our COE teams (i.e. Talent acquisition, L&D, C&B, Comms, Legal) to deliver on necessary activities.
  • Supporting orientation programs
  • Supporting global HR cycles, e.g. performance reviews, merit reviews, working time questionnaires, career conversations...
  • Employee Relations (depending on experience)
  • Provide subject matter expertise in local employment law, policy and processes, provide coaching and hands-on support to managers across a broad range of HR topics, ensuring local culture and legislation are understood and applied
  • Provide day-to-day coaching and guidance to line management on areas such as Performance Management, Career development and Employee Welfare 
What you will bring
  • Essential
  • Proven generalist and administrative HR experience in an environment where change is the norm.
  • Experience of managing cradle to grave administrative processes in France and annual cycle HR solutions and practices.
  • Proven experience of managing multiple priorities
  • Proven background of delivery in a complex and fast-paced international work environment
  • Able to organise and structure the job so that work is completed accurately and timely, e.g. develop or work to an annual plan of actions
  • Demonstrable ability to diligently see projects and work through to the appropriate end which also includes tying up loose ends, ensuring stakeholders are informed, filing information correctly and timely.
  • Strong systems experience with commitment to accuracy and excellence in service delivery
  • 3-5 years HR experience in HR administration.
  • Fluent spoken and written business English and French.
  • Preferred
  • Previous experience of working in an international business, proven to participate as a member of a broad HR team
  • Project management experience
  • Other European languages may be useful but not essential.
  • Skills & Abilities 
  • HR Qualified or working towards; knowledge of French employment law (or able to identify when knowledge is lacking and work with COE partners to build out knowledge).
  • Highly collaborative with a strong desire to deliver results and create a positive work environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including English and French, with demonstrated ability to adapt to a variety of communication settings and styles
  • Strong prioritisation skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team, whilst simultaneously being accountable for personal delivery and results
  • A desire to learn, grow – the ideal candidate may not have all the skills to the preferred standard, but will display a willingness to lean into new challenges and seek coaching and support from the team in their endeavours (which will be fully provided).
  • Understanding of commercial drivers 
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What's Great About Sophos? ·   Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. While we are a remote first organization, applicants must have legal authorization to work in the jurisdiction where the position is posted, without requiring employer sponsorship. ·   Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit ·   Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy ·   Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities ·   Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint ·   Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp ·   Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge  ·   Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing
Our Commitment To You We're proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we're committed to ensuring equality of opportunity.   We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team.  All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation.  We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know. 
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