Paris - Head of HR

Oakleaf Partnership; Paris; Hybride; EUR 100 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global consultancy firm based in Paris is seeking an experienced Senior HR Business Partner. This role will shape employee experience across European markets, embed a people-first culture, and align HR strategy with business growth. The ideal candidate will have proven experience within Management Consultancy, strong knowledge of French labour law, and fluency in French and English. This position offers a competitive salary and a flexible hybrid working model.

Prestations

Annual bonus and benefits

Hybrid work model

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR Business Partner role within Management Consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of French labour law and European exposure.
• Hands-on generalist across employee relations and performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Responsabilités

• Align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Lead initiatives in talent management and succession planning.
• Provide expertise in employee relations and performance management.
• Support leaders in organisational change and transformation.
• Ensure compliance with local labour laws.

Connaissances

Experience as HR Business Partner

Knowledge of French labour law

Fluency in French and English

Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders

Expertise in employee relations

Description du poste

Paris - Senior HR Business Partner

• Permanent
• Up to €120,000 per annum
• Annual bonus and benefits
• Two day a week in the office with occasional travel

Oakleaf Partnership are delighted to be partnering with a global leader in Consultancy, seeking an experienced HR Business Partner who holds experience within Management Consultancy to join their European People & Culture team, based in Paris with occasional travel due to growth.

This role will play a pivotal part in shaping and elevating the employee experience across multiple European markets, embedding a people-first culture and aligning HR strategy with business growth. You will be hands‑on across the full employee lifecycle while acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and employees alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives and drive organisational performance.
• Lead initiatives across talent management, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Provide expertise in employee relations, performance management, organisational development, and coaching.
• Supports leaders in managing organizational change, cultural shifts and transformation initiatives as the organisation grows through planned acquisitions.
• Ensure compliance with local labour laws and mitigate HR-related risks.
• Drive a culture of excellence, embedding the company's core values and DE&I initiatives.
• Use HR data and analytics to inform people strategies and business decision‑making.

About You

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner role or similar operating within Management Consultancy / financial services firm with an international or multi‑country context.
• Strong knowledge of French labour law, with wider European exposure highly desirable.
• A hands‑on generalist with expertise across employee relations, organisational design, and performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and influence senior stakeholders.
• Comfortable operating remotely, while remaining connected and collaborative with colleagues across Europe.
• Passionate about creating a culture where people feel engaged, empowered, and inspired to deliver excellence.
• Fluency in French and English is essential, additional European language skills would be highly advantageous.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a values‑led, international organisation where the employee is at the heart of every decision. You'll have the chance to truly influence culture, shape HR strategy, and deliver meaningful change across Europe.

If you're looking for your next challenge in a purpose‑driven organisation with a global reach, please contact Rebecca Lancelles - Foskett at Oakleaf Partnership Europe or click the link to apply.