HR Generalist

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

Job Description

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

This is a fixed term contract, until December 2025.

You speak native French and Fluent English.

You have HR experience as a real Business Partner in a dynamic and international context.

Please submit your CV in English.

YOUR MISSION

The Human Resources Generalist provides direction and support to employees and managers by providing timely and accurate information in the areas of HR policy and procedures.

Our future HR Talent Specialist will also provide support and training for annual HR processes e.g. Optimizing Performance and is responsible for ensuring the shared services support delivery model meets clients’ needs.

YOUR GOALS

1. Act as the first point of contact for all employees with regards to HR queries and where applicable direct interaction with the HR Operations team.
2. Provide day-to-day administration of HR policies and programs and ensure that they are effectively communicated to all employees.
3. Build, manage the budget and roll out the French training plan (training needs, training organization, payment, training administration, relations with the OPCO…).
4. Work with managers to create specific local internal trainings.
5. Provide support to managers on employee related queries.
6. Advise and coach managers on talent management and career paths.
7. Ensure smooth delivery of on-boarding, training and compliance initiatives.
8. Provide support and training of annual HR processes including Optimizing Performance, ASR, Talent Reviews and Pulse Surveys.
9. Work closely with regional HR Operations team to lead process improvement initiatives.
10. Provide support to regional Recruitment and Employee Relations teams as required.
11. Partner with Centres of Expertise (COE) to support Reward and Talent & Learning initiatives with managers and employees.
12. Partner and support ER Manager on employee relations issues.
13. Influence managers to ensure compliance with the existing policies and effective people management.
14. Support in engaging with employee groups and union representatives that focus on communication, planning and problem solving to ensure excellent employee and labor relations.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or in a relevant Human Resource technical discipline.
• Desirable: Postgraduate qualifications in business or related discipline, experience and knowledge in employee relations, labor relations.

Experience

• 5 years related experience in Human Resources.
• Proven experience in administration and explanation of HR policies and procedures.
• Experience with end user customer support and training.
• Experience of HR systems, Workday preferable.

Skills and Knowledge

• Demonstrated experience interacting with employees and management at all levels and providing excellent customer service.
• Customer service focused.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Languages

• Essential: Native French, fluent English, another EU language like Spanish or Italian will be a real plus.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Hybrid working - 3 days in the office and 2 working from home.
• Flexible time management.
• Volunteer days – 3.
• Annual Bonus.
• Referral Program.
• Transport subsidy.
• Life Insurance, ticket restaurant.
• Career development programs.

Remote Type

Hybrid Remote

Skills to succeed in the role

Active Learning, Adaptability, Coaching, Cross-Functional Work, Curiosity, Digital Literacy, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Employee Experience, Human Resource Case Management, Initiative, Organizational Change Management, Performance Management (PM), Problem Solving, Relationship Building, Succession Planning, Talent Development, Work Performance.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at recruitment@brambles.com.