HR Generalist & GGA

1138 Springer-Verlag France SAS; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Springer Nature in Paris seeks an HR Generalist & General Affairs (GGA) to act as the first HR contact, delivering compliant advisory services across the employee lifecycle. You will support recruitment, contracts, joiners/leavers, and payroll with an external provider.

You will oversee Workday data accuracy, HR policy reviews, and collaborate with Employee Representatives to enable effective people processes in a multinational environment.

Qualifications

• HR administration and advisory knowledge.
• Professional HR experience in an international environment.
• Independent and structured way of working.
• Excellent communication skills in French and English.
• MS-Office proficiency.
• Experience with Workday or comparable HR systems.
• Knowledge of French labour legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-class HR administrative support and advisory services in France.
• Liaise with Talent Acquisition to support recruitment and hiring.
• Prepare employment contracts and joiner/leaver documentation.
• Manage monthly payroll with the external provider.
• Administer time and absence management and respond to queries.
• Act as a Workday subject matter expert and maintain HR data.
• Review HR policies with stakeholders and ensure compliance.
• Maintain relationships with Employee Representatives (CSE).
• Support career development and performance processes with HR teams.
• Contribute to HR projects and general affairs management.

Skills

HR admin & advisory

International HR experience

Independent & structured

Bilingual FR/EN

MS Office proficiency

HR systems (Workday)

French labour law knowledge

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Title: HR Generalist & GGA Location: Paris – Hybrid Application Deadline: 2nd November 2026

About Springer Nature

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About The Role

The HR Generalist & General Affairs (GGA) role acts as the first point of contact for managers and employees in France, providing efficient, compliant HR advice and administrative support throughout the employee lifecycle.

• Provide first-class HR administrative support and advisory services to employees and managers in France, applying strong consulting skills and effective case management throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Liaise with the Talent Acquisition team to support recruitment and hiring processes, using effective communication and the ability to assess people where appropriate.
• Prepare employment contracts, working agreements, and joiner/leaver documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with French labour law.
• Manage the monthly payroll process with the external provider.
• Administer time and absence management, addressing employee queries and resolving cases efficiently and consistently.
• Act as a subject matter expert for Workday, maintaining accurate HR data and providing reliable HR information to support reporting and data-driven decision-making.
• Provide expertise on local statutory HR processes and contribute to HR compliance, applying knowledge of French labour law and a proactive, action-oriented approach.
• Review and manage HR policies and guidelines in collaboration with HR Centres of Expertise, communicating effectively and balancing stakeholder needs.
• Maintain constructive relationships with Employee Representatives (CSE), using strong stakeholder management, consulting and persuasion skills to support effective collaboration.
• Support employee career development and performance management processes in partnership with HR Centres of Expertise, applying sound judgement and effective communication.
• Contribute to HR projects and other administrative activities, demonstrating resilience, adaptability and a proactive approach to changing priorities.
• Oversee general affairs and administrative responsibilities, ensuring smooth and efficient local operations.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• HR administration and advisory knowledge
• Professional HR experience in a similar position within an international environment
• Independent and structured way of working
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal in French and English
• Experienced MS-Office knowledge
• Knowledge of handling Workday or comparable HR systems
• Knowledge of French labour legislation

At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture, and develop the very best talent. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence, or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodations.

For more information about career opportunities at Springer Nature, please visit: https://careers.springernature.com/

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