The Independents is a global marketing and communications group for industry leaders across luxury and lifestyle.
We have assembled a collective of agencies who share common values: a passion for innovation, a drive for excellence, and a sense of community rooted in thoughtful collaboration. We are an entrepreneur-driven community, with 15 offices worldwide, and each agency is the best at what they do. Together, we form a powerful creative force that harnesses culture and technology to produce results-driven solutions that help global brands influence their consumers.
CONTEXT
In a growth phase, we are seeking a HR Director France for our agencies: Atelier Athem, Atelier Lum, Bureau Betak, Lefty, Cztar, Bureau Future, Kitty Events, Kitten, K2, Karla Otto, and The Independents holding. Reporting to the Global HRD, you will manage a team of four: a HR Manager, a Payroll and Admin Assistant, her intern, and a Talent Acquisition Manager.
MISSIONS
- Develop and implement a comprehensive people strategy supporting the company's mission, vision, and values across all subsidiaries.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to align people initiatives with business goals and drive organizational effectiveness globally.
- Oversee all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding, ensuring consistent practices across subsidiaries.
- Lead the design and implementation of talent development and succession planning programs to foster growth opportunities worldwide.
- Develop and manage competitive, compliant compensation and benefits programs tailored to local regulations in each subsidiary.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations across all countries of operation, maintaining up-to-date HR policies and procedures.
- Foster a positive, inclusive work environment by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across all subsidiaries.
- Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR matters, including employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance improvement, respecting cultural differences.
- Implement and leverage HR technology and systems to streamline processes globally and enhance data-driven decision-making.
PROFILE
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred).
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in leadership roles, preferably within the luxury sector.
- Proven success in developing and executing people strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building relationships at all organizational levels.
- Ability to navigate complex employee relations issues and provide effective guidance.
- Strategic thinker with innovative problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership qualities, inspiring and motivating teams.
- Proficient in HR systems and technology, with skills to leverage data for insights and decision-making.