HR Business Partner (f/m/d)

IFF; Neuilly-sur-Seine; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IFF, a global leader in flavors, fragrances, and nutrition, seeks an HR Business Partner for maternity cover to partner with leadership across regions. The role focuses on talent development, organizational effectiveness, and driving business performance through people strategies.

You will work within a dynamic HR team at our Neuilly-sur-Seine headquarters, supporting workforce planning, change management, and HR program execution in a multinational environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience, including 7+ years as HR Generalist/HRBP in a global context.
• Experience supporting stakeholders across multiple countries.

Responsibilities

• Act as trusted advisor to business leaders and employees, aligning people solutions with business priorities.
• Translate priorities into HR strategies and actions across the organization.
• Support performance management, talent reviews, and succession planning.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Influencing

Coaching

Analytical skills

Communication

Relationship building

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Summary

Provide a variety of services necessary for the recruitment, selection, assignment, motivation, training, and development of qualified employees for a large company. Span more than one area of functional specialization within the human resources function, such as compensation, benefits, labor relations, etc. Ensure adaptation and implementation of broader policies, regulations, plans, and programs to meet accepted objectives. Direct administration of local hiring, compensation, benefits, training, safety, health, and security programs; anticipate in local negotiations; and administer the labor agreement. Counsel managers on how to handle personnel problems. Population served is typically 200 to 700 employees.

Job Summary

Provide a variety of services necessary for the recruitment, selection, assignment, motivation, training, and development of qualified employees for a large company. Span more than one area of functional specialization within the human resources function, such as compensation, benefits, labor relations, etc. Ensure adaptation and implementation of broader policies, regulations, plans, and programs to meet accepted objectives. Direct administration of local hiring, compensation, benefits, training, safety, health, and security programs; anticipate in local negotiations; and administer the labor agreement. Counsel managers on how to handle personnel problems. Population served is typically 200 to 700 employees.

HR Business Partner (f/m/d) – Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

Are you passionate about partnering with business leaders, developing talent, and driving organizational effectiveness? Join IFF and help shape a high-performing, people-focused organization in a truly international environment.

At IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances), we create scents, flavors, ingredients, and experiences that enrich everyday life. With a presence in more than 100 countries, we combine science, creativity, and innovation to make a positive impact on the world.

For our headquarters in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, we are seeking an HR Business Partner on a fixed-term contract to cover a maternity leave.

You will join a dynamic, passionate, supportive, and engaged HR team, partnering closely with leaders and employees to drive business performance, talent development, and organizational transformation.

Where You'll Make a Difference?

As an HR Business Partner, you will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders and employees, helping translate business priorities into effective people solutions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Building strong relationships with leaders and key stakeholders, providing HR guidance and coaching.
• Translating business priorities into people and organizational strategies and actions.
• Supporting performance management, talent reviews, and succession planning processes.
• Leveraging HR data and analytics to generate insights and recommendations that support business objectives.
• Partnering with HR Centers of Excellence, HR Operations, and Global Business Services teams to implement HR programs and initiatives.
• Supporting workforce planning, talent development, and organizational effectiveness activities.
• Acting as the bridge between HR and the business to ensure people processes and job architecture meet organizational needs.
• Guiding leaders and employees through organizational changes and transformation initiatives.
• Driving the successful execution of key HR processes, including performance and talent management cycles through Workday.
• Preparing and participating in Works Council meetings and employee representative discussions where applicable.

What Makes You the Right Fit?

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience, including at least 7 years of broad HR Generalist or HR Business Partner experience within a global organization.
• Proven experience supporting stakeholders across multiple countries or locations.
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and coaching skills.
• Excellent analytical capabilities with the ability to interpret data and formulate strategic recommendations.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Fluency in English; French is highly desirable.

How Would You Stand Out?

• MBA, SHRM certification, SPHR, or equivalent HR qualification.
• Experience in a complex, matrixed, multinational environment.
• Strong change management and organizational design capabilities.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and build practical, business-focused solutions.
• Passion for talent development and driving employee engagement.

Why Choose Us?

At IFF, we believe that innovation thrives when diverse perspectives come together. We foster a collaborative environment where employees are empowered to contribute, grow, and make a meaningful impact.

IFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with fairness, dignity, and respect. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected characteristic.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more