FoxRH cabinet de recrutement spécialisé en RH et paie recrute pour son client entreprise du secteur du retail son DRH France.
ROLE PURPOSE
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Work closely with the France Operations Director to drive People and Culture strategies across the French market
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Lead all HR operations in France
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Deliver a high level of HR service and foster a best-in-class work environment to attract, retain and develop top talent
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Act as a role model for the company’s values and principles
RESPONSIBILITIES
Business
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Support leadership in defining and evolving the organizational structure
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Build and implement a 1–3 year HR strategy aligned with business objectives
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Support operational leaders on day-to-day HR matters
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Oversee HR policies and tools
People Development
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Oversee workforce planning and succession planning
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Lead talent development strategies and processes (training, performance, promotion) in collaboration with HR teams
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Drive employee engagement and motivation initiatives across all levels
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Manage and optimize the training plan and related legal obligations
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Oversee Diversity & Inclusion initiatives
Compensation & Benefits
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Manage bonus and incentive schemes across all levels
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Benchmark market practices and advise leadership on compensation trends
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Lead annual negotiations with employee representatives
Employee Relations
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Act as escalation point for complex employee relations matters
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Coach managers and employees on HR topics
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Handle sensitive disciplinary and grievance cases
Employee Representative Relations
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Ensure effective communication and partnership with employee representatives and works council
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Lead complex discussions with unions alongside relevant stakeholders
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Chair the Works Council (CSE)
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Act as key contact for external labor authorities when required
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Ensure proper application of collective agreements and legal requirements
Payroll & HRIS
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Oversee payroll operations, systems, and processes
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Optimize payroll processes to ensure accuracy and data quality
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Act as decision-maker on HRIS and payroll-related changes
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Collaborate with European and global teams on systems and improvements
Labor Relations & Compliance
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Oversee labor relations and ensure full compliance with local regulations
Management
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Recruit, build, and develop a team of HR professionals (generalists and specialists)
Additional Responsibilities
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Build and manage the HR budget, including vendor selection
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Ensure accurate HR reporting
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Continuously improve HR processes and tools
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Collaborate with European and global HR teams
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Contribute to cross-functional and ad hoc projects
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Represent the company externally when required
Background
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Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
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Significant HR experience (10–12+ years) in a generalist role, including payroll and labor law
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Experience in retail or hospitality
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Experience in an international environment
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Experience in Management
Skills & Competencies
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Strong ability to build trust at all levels of the organization
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Proven leadership and team development skills
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Strategic mindset with strong execution capabilities
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High adaptability and resilience
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Business and results-oriented
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
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Innovative and proactive mindset
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Excellent communication skills
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Fluent in English
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Willingness to travel across France regularly
