We are looking for a hands-on, proactive HR Manager to support and grow our Northern Europe countries (UK, Netherlands, Belgium and Sweden), with potential to expand the team of 40.
This is a true HR generalist role with broad exposure across the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to employee relations, performance, development, and HR operations.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring our people processes run smoothly day-to-day, while also contributing to regional HR initiatives and projects, including the implementation of new HRIS and payroll system.
The role will be based in Chiswick, London initially, with a planned move to Dorking in late Q3/early Q4. This is a hybrid role with 2 days in the office, 3 days from home. Additionally, this role requires travel to the offices in Belgium, Netherlands and Sweden at least once a quarter.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being operationally close to the business, while also stepping into strategic thinking and continuous improvement when needed.
Key Responsibilities
HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle:
- Act as the first point of contact for HR matters across the region
- Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle processes (onboarding, changes, exits)
- Ensure accurate and compliant HR administration across multiple countries
- Maintain and improve HR policies, processes, and documentation
Recruitment & Talent:
- Own and deliver recruitment across the region
- Partner with hiring managers on role scoping, sourcing and selection
- Drive a consistent and positive candidate experience
Employee Relations & Manager Support:
- Advise and support managers on performance, engagement and employee relations topics
- Handle ER cases with a pragmatic, compliant and people-focused approach
- Build strong relationships with local leadership teams
Learning & Development:
- Support development initiatives and training delivery
- Identify development needs and contribute to learning strategies
- Help drive a culture of growth and continuous feedback
Compensation, Benefits & Payroll:
- Support the administration of benefits across multiple countries
- Process monthly payroll with payroll providers and internal stakeholders
- Ensure accuracy, compliance and continuous improvement of processes
HR Systems & Projects:
- Play an active role in HRIS and payroll system transitions and optimisation
- Support data integrity, reporting and HR analytics
- Contribute to broader HR projects and regional initiatives
What We’re Looking For
We’re less focused on ticking every box and more interested in finding someone who is curious, adaptable and eager to take ownership.
- Solid experience in a generalist HR role, ideally in a multi-country environment
- Strong operational mindset with a willingness to be hands-on
- Ability to balance day-to-day execution with broader HR thinking
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and building structure where needed
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Additional European languages are a plus, not a requirement
Why Join Us
- Broad, high-impact role with exposure across multiple countries
- Opportunity to shape HR processes during a period of growth and transformation
- Involvement in HRIS and payroll system implementation
- A collaborative, international environment with room to grow
- We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every requirement.
Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- Will you need employer sponsorship in the future?
- Please note that our office will be relocating from Chiswick to Dorking later this year. Are you happy to proceed with your application based on this change?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dorking RH4 1UP
