Global Head of HR Operations

Pelico; Paris; Sur place; EUR 80 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A dynamic technology scale-up in Paris is seeking an HR Ops Director to lead efficient people operations. The role involves implementing AI-driven HR processes, ensuring compliance with labor regulations, and optimizing employee experiences. Candidates should have 8–12 years of experience in HR operations, be bilingual in French and English, and possess strong project management skills. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement with excellent benefits.

Prestations

Stock Options

Premium Health Coverage

Meal Allowance

Transportation Support

Collaborative Environment

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in HR Operations or People roles.
• Strong expertise in HRIS and payroll systems.
• Demonstrated ability to design scalable processes.

Responsabilités

• Design and scale HR Operations globally.
• Ensure compliance with local labor regulations.
• Optimize HR systems & data.

Connaissances

Experience in HR Operations

HRIS expertise

Data-driven mindset

Project management skills

Stakeholder management

Bilingual French & English

Description du poste

About Pelico

Pelico is an innovative French scale-up on a mission to revolutionize manufacturing intelligence through resource optimization. We have developed a platform that enables factories to be more agile, efficient, and resilient, minimizing disruptions and ensuring continuous productivity.

At the forefront of supply chain disruption management, we empower factories with unmatched agility and resilience. Our cutting-edge SaaS Supply Chain Operations platform enables teams to swiftly navigate disruptions, ensuring maximum efficiency.

Since 2019, we’ve transformed operations for industry leaders in aerospace, industrial equipment, and luxury watchmaking, driving impact in 15+ countries. Trusted by Airbus, Safran, Cartier, Daikin, and Eaton, we are redefining the future of manufacturing.

About our Team

With a dynamic team of over 120 professionals across the US and France, Pelico is a melting pot of top-tier talent from Tech, Data Science, and Manufacturing domains.

Our collaborative environment fosters innovation and excellence, driving us to solve complex challenges and shape the future of manufacturing.

• Empowerment
• Ownership
• Resilience
• Outcome Orientation
• Playfulness

Your Role's mission

At Pelico, the HR Ops Director ensures scalable, efficient, and compliant people operations across all our entities.

By leveraging AI-driven processes, automation, and data intelligence, this role is central to:

• Building a seamless employee experience,
• Supporting rapid international growth,
• Enabling managers and employees to thrive through robust HR processes, systems, and compliance frameworks.

Main Responsibilities

• Design and scale HR Operations globally by implementing automated, AI-enabled workflows across the full employee lifecycle (onboarding, offboarding, payroll, mobility, benefits).
• Ensure compliance with local labor regulations, tax, and social obligations in all active countries (France, EU, US).
• Optimize HR systems & data: streamline processes, build dashboards, and provide predictive analytics to guide leadership decisions.
• Deliver a seamless employee experience: from onboarding to benefits, in close collaboration with IT and Facilities.
• Enable managers with clear policies, playbooks, and training, acting as a trusted advisor on HR operations.
• Contribute to transversal People projects (performance cycle, compensation, DEI initiatives).
• Partner with Finance for workforce planning and payroll forecasting.

Example of Strategic Projects

• Supporting management in organizational redesign during a high-growth phase.
• Implementing AI-driven HR dashboards to forecast attrition and optimize workforce planning.
• Leading the rollout of global mobility frameworks to support international expansion.

Location: You will be based in Paris, with English as your working language. We offer a hybrid work arrangement.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Pelico promotes inclusion and non-discrimination, and acts daily in favor of social mix, gender equality, senior citizens & disability.

• Proven experience (8–12 years) in HR Operations or People roles, ideally in a fast-paced, international, and scaling environment.
• Strong expertise in HRIS (e.g., HiBob) and payroll systems, with a track record of driving AI or automation-enabled HR transformation.
• Solid understanding of global employment law and compliance (France, EU, US priority).
• Demonstrated ability to design scalable processes across the full employee lifecycle (onboarding, offboarding, mobility, benefits).
• Data-driven mindset: comfortable building dashboards, analyzing KPIs, and leveraging predictive analytics for decision-making.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and deliver in a scale-up context.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills; able to influence and collaborate with executives, managers, and employees across geographies.
• High level of problem-solving and critical thinking, with the ability to thrive in ambiguity.
• Bilingual French & English (verbal and written).

What we offer

Our culture thrives on trust and empowerment complemented by benefits that truly support you like:

• Work on a highly impactful product that delivers exceptional value and resonates strongly with users.
• Office locations: In the heart of Paris (75002) and Miami, USA.
• Stock Options: Available for every Pelican.
• Remote Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere.
• Premium Health Coverage: Up to 70% covered by Pelico (Alan Healthcare).
• Meal Allowance: €10 / day worked, covered at 50% (via Swile card).
• Transportation Support: 50% public transportation coverage or an equivalent sustainable mobility package.
• Collaborative Environment: We foster a vibrant, growth-focused workplace where professional development and team connections thrive.

Your interview experience

• HR screening Interview: 30-45 mins
• Hiring Manager Interview: 1h
• On-site case study: 1h (or online for remote candidates)
• Fit Interview with one of our co-founders: 45 mins