Associate HR Director

at  Helen of Troy

We have an immediate opening for our EMEA (Europe Middle East & Africa) Headquarters in Bussigny, Switzerland for an:

ABOUT US

Many of our products rank as #1 brand in their category- we are proud to be market leaders. Behind all these achievements stand exceptionally talented and passionate associates. We are a dynamic mid-size multinational company that offers challenges and opportunities equal to your talents and abilities. Our 15+ locations elicit unique team cultures; our powerful brands are marketed in approximately 75 countries.
If you want to join us on this journey you can find out more on www.helenoftroy.com/emea. You can also find us on our career website https://careers.helenoftroy.com/home or on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

SOUND LIKE A PERFECT FIT?

If you’re seeking an exciting professional position in a dynamic international environment and be empowered to inspire fresh ideas, then Helen of Troy wants to get to know you!
Next Steps: We will ask you to complete a quick survey as we would love to get to know you by learning more about your experience and skills. If your application is selected, we will reach out to you ASAP for a first informal introductory call.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role mission is to ensure the EMEA business can SOAR through the implementation of the Corporate HR strategy, the support of the EMEA associates all through their journey from potential candidates to ambassadors after their departure, the collaboration with the EMEA management and managers to develop, align, and execute HR programs that are in line with the strategy of the business, both corporate and site, and that protect the company from liability.
This role oversees the EMEA HR team, which contributes to the success of the region by implementing the global HR strategy and programs, taking into consideration national/regional law/habits/culture/needs and rolling-out local HR plans that create an increasingly effective and dynamic organization with top quality people.
operations to ensure that the employee and employer relationship results in knowledgeable, motivated, and productive employees. The Associate Director, HR is responsible for liaising with Centers of Expertise within the International and Global HR Team to ensure EMEA RMO needs are understood and represented.
He/she is a member of the EMEA Management Team and provides advice, coaching and guidance to the MT, managers and employees on HR related issues.
Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the EMEA HR team.
This role will also oversee Facilities & EHS (excl. Ops/SC) for EMEA.

WHAT YOU’LL DO IN THE ROLE

• Define and implement the EMEA RMO HR Strategy, to drive business performance including leading changes across the region.
• Develops EMEA’ strategies and priorities by identifying and researching human resources issues and opportunities, contributing information, analysis, and recommendations to organization strategic thinking and direction; establishing human resources objectives in line with organizational and business objectives.
• Coach and advise employees and managers in their leadership roles in line with policies/practices and legal considerations to facilitate resolution of employee relations issues and ensure high employee engagement and satisfaction. Support management by providing human resources advice, counsel, and decisions.
• Accomplishes special project results by identifying and clarifying issues, opportunities and priorities; communicating and coordinating requirements; evaluating milestone accomplishments; evaluating optional courses of action; changing assumptions and direction. Communicate results to stakeholders.
• Be the business partner for EMEA organization, ensuring implementation and communication for all the global processes (Merit, AIP, Performance) as well as employee relations and legal challenges.
• Collaborate with the International Talent & Development Manager by giving input and support (communication with business) the implementation of L&D activities including performance reviews, training programs, development plans, 360, succession planning, etc.
• Supervise HR administration (including payroll, social charges, insurances, pension plans, contracts, etc.) and ensure efficiency and compliance with all local laws.
• Collaborate with the International HR Operations Manager to investigate opportunities to make changes to processes, policies and benefits to increase efficiency and/or lower cost.
• Identify staffing needs and workforce forecasts and leverage the Talent Acquisition CoE to maximize efficiency and attract the best talent. Lead recruitment process and strategies for EMEA.
• Own the Headcount and FTE budget. Fully responsible for ensuring budgeting of the workforce for EMEA and delivering on budget (includes FTE, Salaries, Benefits, Merit, AIP). Shares plan and AIP plan are not in scope; however, the incumbent can advise Global C&B on local practices and should flag any elements that would not be in compliance with local laws, regulations or taxes.
• Supervise Facilities and Office Administration related activities such as Corporate Events organization, Health and Safety issues, external suppliers and service providers management.
• Prepare, manage and monitor regional HR and Facilities budgets.

WHAT WILL HELP YOU DO THE JOB WELL

Essential:

• University Degree in Management, HR, Work & Organizational Psychology or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years Generalist HR experience in an multinational environment (preferably FMCG) including the responsibility of local swiss employees and exposure to UK, FR, GE (other EMEA markets is an asset)
• EMEA labor law - (focus on CH, UK, DE, FR)
• Fluent in English and French. German is a plus.
• Organizational development /management development
• Solid Recruiting skills.
• Coaching skills.
• Budgeting and Reporting skills.
• Business acumen.
• Excitement about joining a midsize yet growing company with fast-growing brands!