People Business Partner (French & English speaking)

Lightspeed Commerce; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive People Business Partner fluent in French and English to join their People & Culture team in London. This role focuses on delivering strategic HR initiatives, supporting sales teams across France and the UK, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience in a tech environment, strong communication skills, and the ability to balance employee needs with business objectives. Join a supportive team that values flexibility and career growth while making a meaningful impact in the organization.

Benefits

Pension Fund

£400 Annual Health and Wellness Benefit

Mental Health Resources and Coaching Services

Paid Parental Leave

Monthly Public Transport Benefit

Qualifications

• Extensive HR Generalist experience in a software technology company.
• Deep knowledge of French employment law; familiarity with UK law is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR leadership to business leaders and stakeholders.
• Act as a trusted advisor to enhance performance and drive cultural alignment.

Skills

HR Generalist Experience

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Knowledge of French Employment Law

Communication Skills

Coaching Skills

Diversity and Inclusion

Relationship-Building Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HR or Related Field

Job description

People Business Partner (French & English speaking)

London, England, United Kingdom

Hi there! Thanks for stopping by

Are you actively looking for a new opportunity or just exploring the market? You might be in the right place!

We are seeking a People Business Partner to join our People & Culture team in London. This role is a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. The position can be based in Paris or London and requires fluency in both French and English. Knowledge of French employment law is essential; familiarity with UK employment law is a strong plus.

As the main contact for all people-related projects, you will partner with People and Culture colleagues, key stakeholders, and leaders to deliver a strategic people plan aligned with our teams' needs and priorities. You will specifically support the Sales teams in France and the UK, the Enablement team across EMEA, and other departments as needed.

You are a proactive communicator, a change agent, and capable of balancing employee needs with business objectives to create effective solutions.

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing strategic HR leadership to business leaders, stakeholders, and the People & Culture team, aligning initiatives with the evolving needs of teams across France, the UK, and EMEA.
• Acting as a trusted advisor and coach to senior leadership to enhance performance, foster inclusive leadership, and drive cultural alignment.
• Serving as the first point of contact for employee relations, ensuring compliance with French employment law; knowledge of UK regulations is a plus.
• Leading data-driven discussions with leaders to anticipate needs and guide decisions through insights.
• Partnering on HR programs such as career development, performance management, employee engagement, DEI, compensation, and talent development.
• Contributing to strategic projects and change initiatives supporting the People & Culture roadmap.
• Driving organizational design and workforce planning, including succession planning and talent mapping.
• Supporting managers through coaching, upskilling, and HR best practices.
• Collaborating with global partners to align local practices with global policies while ensuring legal compliance.
• Shaping and nurturing a positive employee experience that reflects Lightspeed’s values and mission.

What you need to bring:

• Extensive HR Generalist and People Business Partner experience within a software technology company.
• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or a related field.
• Fluency in French and English.
• Deep knowledge of French employment law; familiarity with UK employment law is a plus.
• Experience managing large, global projects.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and influencing skills, with credibility with leaders and ability to handle difficult conversations.
• Interest and involvement in diversity, equity, inclusion, and employee engagement.
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to connect with various personalities and leadership.
• Innovative thinking with a focus on metrics and insights.
• Ability to switch between strategic and tactical work.

Preferred but not required:

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth tech organization.
• Experience leading a team.

We encourage you to apply if you’re unsure about your fit — give it a try!

What’s in it for you?

Enjoy flexible working conditions, career growth opportunities, and a meaningful impact within a supportive team.

• Pension fund
• £400 annual health and wellness benefit
• Mental health resources and coaching services
• Paid parental leave and support
• Monthly public transport benefit

Note: Lightspeed does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people with disabilities, with accommodations available upon request.