HR Manager France - Maternity Leave

France·AnneyronTemporary Full-Timemid

Hr ManagerPeople

1 views0 saves0 applied

Apply Now

Quick Summary

Requirements Summary

Flexible, able to connect with the internal stakeholders, Team player, Communicator and relational skills. Location: Anneyron (26) or La Défense Courbevoie (92), France. Working hours: Full time,

Technical Tools

Hr ManagerPeople

Founded in Italy in 1919, IRCA Group is a leading international B2B provider of high-quality semi-finished ingredients for the food industry, including chocolate, creams, decorations, inclusions, nuts and pistachios, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other specialty solutions. Today, IRCA Group employs more than 2,200 people, operates 20 manufacturing facilities worldwide, and generates approximately €1 billion in annual revenues.

---------------------

What We Offer

~1 min read

✓A dynamic, inclusive and international environment, with exposure to senior stakeholders and opportunities to contribute to both local and EMEA HR projects.

✓A broad and impactful HR role, combining strategic business partnering with hands-on management of key people processes.

✓The opportunity to support organizational growth and employee development while working in a collaborative, multicultural, and fast-paced environment.

Reporting directly to the Chief HR Officer (CHRO), this position is offered as a maternity leave replacement for the HR Manager France. The successful candidate will act as a partner for the business development, leading all key Human Resources activities for France while overseeing General Services and compliance with laws in matter, supporting local business in driving organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and people development.

Act as HR Business Partner for the French organization, partnering with managers and the local Leadership Team on all people-related matters.

Oversee payroll, personnel administration, time & attendance management, and ensure compliance with labor legislation and internal policies.

Lead talent acquisition in coordination with Central TA Function, training and development activities, annual performance reviews, objective-setting processes, and compensation review cycles.

Manage employee relations, disciplinary matters, labor law topics, and maintain constructive dialogue with employee representative bodies (CSE).

Monitor and maintain a good internal climate and people relations.

Monitor and analyze HR metrics and KPIs, driving continuous improvement initiatives and supporting data-driven decision making.

Coordinate temporary workforce management and oversee General Services, including company cars, mobile and IT equipment, travel expense administration, and workplace services.

Contribute to local and regional HR projects, including workforce planning, skills matrix implementation, collective agreement deployment, health & safety initiatives, and employee engagement events.

Education: Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Law, Economics, or a related field.
Experience: 10+ years of experience in HR positions preferably for structured companies, 3/5 years in HR leading roles.
Professional skills: Solid knowledge of payroll tools (ideally ADP CELERGO). Understanding of talent acquisition, learning & development, employee relations, and performance management practices. Good analytical skills with experience in HR reporting and KPI monitoring.
Language Skills: French and English language knowledge are mandatory.
Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Other software like Infor M3 and Talentia are preferrable.
Behavioral Requirements: Flexible, able to connect with the internal stakeholders, Team player, Communicator and relational skills.

Location: Anneyron (26) or La Défense Courbevoie (92), France.

Working hours: Full time, 40h/week, from Monday to Friday

Duration: Fixed-term assignment for maternity leave coverage. 9 months starting from January 2027.

IRCA fosters a dynamic environment, valuing different perspectives and international experiences, offering a stimulating context. We promote professional growth and career opportunities locally and internationally. With locations worldwide, we offer the chance to work on international projects, collaborate across cultures, and gain a global perspective. If you are looking for stimulating challenges and the chance to contribute your ideas for process improvement in an ever-growing company, IRCA is the right place.

We welcome applications from candidates of all genders, backgrounds, identities, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, parental responsibilities, age, religion, or belief. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that our hiring process complies with the highest standards of non-discrimination and inclusivity. IRCA Group is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves, reach their full potential, and feel a true sense of belonging. Join us in creating a workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone can thrive.