Human Resources Business Partner

nLighten; Paris; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading company in digital infrastructure seeks an HR Business Partner in France to oversee employee relations, performance management, and compliance. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing employee engagement and aligning HR practices across Europe.

Prestations

Professional growth and development opportunities

Collaborative international environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a multinational environment preferred.
• Fluency in English required; proficiency in French preferred.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a dynamic environment.

Responsabilités

• Manage employee lifecycle including onboarding, training, and performance management.
• Provide HR advisory services to employees and managers.
• Ensure compliance with French labor laws and oversee compensation.

Connaissances

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Mindset

Attention to Detail

Formation

3 years of hands-on HR experience

Knowledge of French labor law

Outils

HiBob

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

nLighten is a digital infrastructure platform and a portfolio company of I Squared Capital, providing best-in-class network access to organizations, private users, and the mobile workforce. We offer low-latency solutions, innovative power strategies, diverse connectivity, and reliable, secure infrastructure for high-volume real-time data processing.

As the digital transformation accelerates, nLighten is at the forefront of delivering edge data center solutions that meet evolving technological advancements, including AI and IoT. Our edge data centers, strategically located across Europe, are designed for efficiency and sustainability. Founded in 2021 by a team of seasoned industry experts, we are committed to shaping the future of digital infrastructure.

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on HR Business Partner – France to support our growing team. As the key HR contact in France, you will oversee employee relations, performance management, payroll coordination, and onboarding , while ensuring compliance with French labor laws.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with managers and employees to drive engagement, culture-building, and HR process improvements . Working in a fast-paced, international environment, you’ll play a vital role in aligning HR policies across Europe and integrating new employees into our team.

Key Responsibilities

• HR Advisory & Employee Relations : Act as the primary HR point of contact for all French employees and managers, providing guidance on performance management, grievances, compliance, and engagement initiatives.
• Onboarding & Offboarding : Manage the full employee lifecycle, including employment contracts, background checks, system enrollments (expense system, meal vouchers, etc.), and exit processes.
• Training & Development : Implement and facilitate training programs for management, leadership, talent development, health & safety, and learning management systems (LMS).
• Compensation & Benefits : Ensure payroll accuracy and timely salary payments while overseeing benefits administration and compliance with tax regulations and company policies.
• HR Systems & Compliance : Maintain HR data accuracy in HiBob and ensure compliance with French labor laws and company HR policies.
• Recruitment & Employer Branding : Support hiring efforts, ensuring a seamless recruitment process while strengthening nLighten’s employer brand in France.
• HR Strategy & Integration : Assist in the integration of new entities and employees into nLighten’s European HR framework, ensuring consistency in policies and processes.
• Stakeholder Management : Partner with leadership, employees, and external vendors to drive HR excellence across the French entity and, as needed, support HR operations in other European locations (e.g., Spain).

What We’re Looking For

• 3 years of hands-on experience in a broad HR role , ideally in a multinational or dynamic environment.
• Strong knowledge of French labor law and HR best practices.
• Experience working with an HR Information System (HiBob preferred but not mandatory).
• Fluency in English is required ; strong proficiency in French is highly preferred for legal and documentation purposes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) .
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving mindset .
• Ability to thrive in a fast-changing, dynamic, matrixed organization .
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills .
• Proactive approach with the ability to take ownership and work independently .

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing, innovative company shaping the future of digital infrastructure.
• Drive impactful HR initiatives in a fast-paced, international environment.
• Collaborate with dynamic teams across Europe , influencing HR strategy at scale.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development in a cutting-edge industry.

Apply now and be part of our journey toward a more connected, efficient, and sustainable digital future.

All selected candidates will undergo a background check to ensure a safe workplace, protect company assets, and comply with regulations.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

nLighten is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Even if you do not meet every requirement listed, we welcome your application. We particularly encourage women and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.