HR Manager

Are you a dedicated and experienced hands-on HR Manager looking to join a dynamic team and drive the HR strategy forward? Do you have International HR experience and would you like to join a creative and innovative company who design toys across the world?

The company

My client is one of the largest, privately held toy and entertainment companies in the world and is known for it’s commitment to creativity, quality and innovation.  The CEO himself says that he treats all his staff like his family and he looks out for staff who are incredibly driven, talented and creative at heart.  The global award winning company has been going since 1979 and has created some amazing brands from scratch.  This is an exciting place to work where the goal for the designer’s is to turn play into limitless possibilities! 

Working in HR is exciting and inspiring because the talent which this company attracts are the creative blue sky thinkers of this world who think outside the box! 

Position Requirements

The dedicated and experienced HR Manager will join a dynamic team. This is a hands-on management role, that supports the HR Strategy in-line with the overarching business strategy. The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly organized, and capable of managing a variety of HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance with UK employment laws. Additionally, this position supports the Senior Management team in the UK and a broad client group of professionals. 

 This will include:

• Building effective relationships to provide leaders, managers and associates with professional, proactive support and coaching on people management issues.
• Recruitment, onboarding, Employee Relations, L&D, Performance Management, HR Policy & Compliance, Compensation & Benefits, HR Reporting & Analysis and Employee Wellbeing.
• Advising managers and associates on statutory compliance and HR best practice e.g. discipline, grievance, maternity etc.
• Supporting key projects in-line with HR Strategy, e.g. induction, performance management, talent management
• Supporting the setting up of procedures/workflows within EMEA.
• Management and maintenance of all key administration, including payroll, pensions etc.

To be successful in this role

They are looking for drive, resilience and ownership; whilst the role is working closely with the VP HR, EMEA, you need to be able to make decisions and take responsibility for your areas of accountability.   You need to be commercially focused, with a good understanding of employment law. The environment is fast-paced and growing so you need to be able to demonstrate the ability to think on your feet.

To be considered for the role you need to demonstrate:

• At least 6 years proven experience in a senior-level HR role.
• Strong knowledge of UK HR rules and legislation. Knowledge of Polish legislation is an advantage.
• Proven experience of working in an international environment.
• Solid experience in working with MS office and HRIS.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Excellent organisational skills, with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach.
• A good command of Polish language is desirable, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• A problem-solver with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Empathetic, approachable, and a strong advocate for employee wellbeing.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs and work in a fast-paced environment.

Perks and Benefits

One of the company’s guiding principles is to take care of their own. They consistently deliver on this philosophy by making sure their benefits and perks are set up to cover of all aspects of your life.

Take care of yourself and your family

Full-time employees receive broad spectrum care with health, dental, and vision coverage:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flex-spending Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supplemental Benefits
• 401(k) with Generous Matching
• Pet insurance
  
  Special Perks
• Enjoy the perks of the job – you deserve it!
• Free Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
• Employee Purchase Program for Company Products
• Cell Phone Discounts
• Library Book Exchange
• Holiday Parties
• Sip & Socials – Monthly Happy Hours
• Bagel Mondays
• Mobile Car Wash
• State of the Art Gym
• On-site Retail (Coming Soon)
• On-site Childcare (Coming Soon)
• Outdoor Movie Theatre
• Summer Hours on Fridays