Job Description

We are looking for an experienced HR Manager to join a fast‑paced, commercially driven organisation with an international footprint. This is a strategic role, partnering closely with senior leaders to deliver people initiatives that drive performance, growth and organisational effectiveness across multiple regions.This role would suit a progressive HR professional with strong international experience and a proven track record of leading complex HR projects in dynamic environments.

The Role

As HR Manager, you will act as a trusted advisor to leaders, balancing strategic input with operational delivery. You will play a key role in shaping people strategy, ensuring HR solutions are commercially aligned and scalable across geographies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Partnering with senior leaders to deliver people strategies aligned to commercial and organisational goals
• Supporting international leadership teams across multiple countries, navigating cultural and legislative complexity
• Driving key people and organisational projects such as operating model changes or transformation programmes
• Providing insight and challenge through data‑led decision‑making and workforce analytics
• Coaching leaders on employee relations, performance, talent and engagement matters
• Ensuring consistent application of people policies and practices while allowing for local nuance
• Contributing to broader HR and People team initiatives and continuous improvement projects

About You

You will be a confident, commercial HR professional who enjoys working at pace and influencing at senior level.

You will bring:

• Proven experience in a HR Manager role within an international or multi‑country environment
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to link people decisions to business outcomes
• Solid project management experience, leading complex HR or organisational change initiatives
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• A practical, solutions‑focused approach with the confidence to challenge when needed
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of employment legislation, ideally across multiple jurisdictions
• CIPD qualification (or equivalent experience)

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