Human Resources Manager

Lloyd Morgan China; Lazio; In loco; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Lloyd Morgan China is hiring an experienced Human Resources Manager to own all people-related activities at the site in Italy. The role requires overseeing HR operations, workforce planning, and engagement at a manufacturing plant with 60–70 employees, while maintaining strong union relations and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has a track record in industrial settings, fluent English, and a relevant degree, with deep CCNL knowledge and hands-on HR expertise.

Competenze

• In-depth knowledge of Italy labour law and CCNL for the Chemical Industry.
• Experience with CIGS (Cassa Integrazione Guadagni Straordinaria) projects.
• Native English proficiency is required.

Mansioni

• Lead all HR operations for the plant, including recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and employee relations.
• Serve as primary contact for unions and employee representatives; manage collective bargaining and grievances.
• Ensure compliance with CCNL and Italy employment laws; implement regulatory changes.
• Oversee job grading, wage structures, incentives, overtime; maintain equity and competitiveness.
• Partner with management on workforce planning, design, and succession; drive engagement.
• Coach line managers on people issues, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement.
• Manage HR administration, payroll alignment, and HR metric reporting.

Conoscenze

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Leadership

On-site management

Formazione

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Law, Business Administration, or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Company

Our client is a globally recognised leader in the production of graphite electrodes and advanced carbon solutions, serving the steel and metallurgical industries worldwide. With a strong commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability, the company operates state‑of‑the‑art production sites across Europe and other key regions. The plant is a strategic hub, employing a mix of skilled blue‑collar professionals.

About the Role

To strengthen local HR leadership, we are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to take full ownership of all people‑related activities at this site.

Responsibilities

• Lead all HR operations for the plant, including recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and employee relations
• Act as the primary point of contact for trade unions and employee representatives; manage collective bargaining processes, handle grievances, and resolve labour disputes in a timely and effective manner.
• Ensure full compliance with the applicable CCNL (Chemical Industry) and all Italy employment laws, staying abreast of regulatory changes and implementing necessary adjustments.
• Oversee job grading, wage structures, incentive schemes, and overtime management for production, maintenance, and logistics personnel, ensuring internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Partner with plant management on workforce planning, organisational design, and succession planning to support operational targets.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives, promote a positive workplace culture, and foster effective two‑way communication between management and the workforce.
• Manage HR administration, payroll alignment with CCNL provisions, and regular reporting on HR metrics (headcount, turnover, absenteeism, training hours, etc.).
• Support health safety committees and ensure HR processes align with safety regulations and company policies.
• Coach and advise line managers on people management issues, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement plans.

Qualification

• Native-level proficiency in English
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.At Least 8–10 years of progressive HR experience, with a substantial portion gained in a manufacturing / industrial plant environment.
• Deep, hands‑on knowledge of the CCNL for the Chemical Industry and labour relations practices.
• Proven experience managing a workforce of 60–70 employees in a plant setting.
• Strong track record in managing union relationships, collective bargaining, and complex labour disputes in a factory environment.
• Solid understanding of blue‑collar job classifications, wage grading, and incentive systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Ability to work on‑site full‑time and thrive in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Prior experience in the graphite, steel, heavy industry, or chemical sector is a strong plus

Required

• Skills In-depth expertise in Italy labour law and the National Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL) for the Chemical Industry.
• Have experience handling CIGS (Cassa Integrazione Guadagni Straordinaria) projects

Preferred Skills

Experience in managing union relationships and collective bargaining.