HR Manager Italy

Sonoco; Tavernerio; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonoco, based in Italy, is seeking a Country Human Resources Business Partner to support business objectives through effective people strategies and to translate corporate HR initiatives into locally relevant actions. You will advise on organizational design, workforce planning, and employee engagement.

In this role you will ensure compliance with local employment law, lead employee relations matters, drive talent development, coordinate compensation and rewards, and support HR operations and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 4+ years of progressive HR experience, including HR Business Partner experience.
• Experience in a multinational and matrixed organization.
• Experience supporting business leaders in a manufacturing/industrial environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with country leadership to support business objectives through effective people strategies.
• Translate corporate and divisional HR initiatives into locally relevant actions while ensuring alignment with business priorities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, talent management, and employee engagement.
• Support achievement of business goals and HR KPIs through proactive people solutions.

Skills

Local employment law & compliance

Employee relations

Business acumen

Stakeholder management

Change management

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/BA or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

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Job description

Country Human Resources Business Partner

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Partnership

• Partner with country leadership to support business objectives through effective people strategies.
• Translate corporate and divisional HR initiatives into locally relevant actions while ensuring alignment with business priorities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, talent management, and employee engagement.
• Support achievement of business goals and HR KPIs through proactive people solutions.

Employee Relations & Labor Law Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local employment legislation, collective agreements, and company policies.
• Lead and manage employee relations matters, including investigations, grievances, disciplinary processes, performance management, and workforce changes.
• Partner with managers to identify and mitigate employee relations and legal risks.
• Maintain positive relationships with employee representatives and works councils where applicable.

Talent Management & Development

• Drive local implementation of talent management processes, including performance reviews, succession planning, and development initiatives.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support recruitment needs and workforce planning.
• Coach managers on leadership effectiveness, team development, and employee engagement.
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the country.

Compensation, Benefits & Rewards

• Partner with Compensation & Benefits teams to ensure competitive and compliant reward practices.
• Support annual salary review and incentive processes.
• Provide guidance to managers on compensation decisions within established frameworks.
• Ensure local application of reward programs is aligned with corporate standards and market practices.

HR Operations & Service Delivery

• Serve as the primary HR contact for the country.
• Partner with HR Shared Services and Centers of Excellence to deliver effective HR support.
• Maintain data accuracy and support reporting and analytics requirements.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and processes.

Change Management & Organizational Effectiveness

• Lead the HR aspects of organizational changes within the country.
• Support leaders and employees through business transformation and change initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement of HR processes and employee experience.
• Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and performance.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 4+ years of progressive HR experience, including HR Business Partner experience.
• Experience working within a multinational and matrixed organization.
• Strong experience supporting business leaders in a manufacturing and/or industrial environment preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of local employment law and employee relations practices.
• Proven ability to manage complex employee relations matters.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align HR initiatives with business needs.
• Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, coaching, and communication skills.
• Experience supporting change management and organizational transformation initiatives.
• Ability to analyze data and translate insights into actions.

Personal Attributes

• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Pragmatic, resilient, and solutions-oriented.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and managing competing priorities.
• Strong judgment and decision-making capabilities.

Travel & Location

• Based in Tavernerio - Italy
• Occasional domestic travel as required (approximately 10-15%).
• Regular interaction with global HR teams and business stakeholders.

Success Measures

• Strong partnership and credibility with country leadership.
• Compliance with local labor legislation and company policies.
• Positive employee relations climate and effective risk management.
• Improved talent outcomes, including engagement, retention, and succession readiness.
• Timely and effective delivery of HR initiatives and programs.
• Consistent application of HR processes and high-quality HR service delivery.

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