HR Manager

Fotoware; Oslo; On-site; NOK 650,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Norwegian software company is seeking an HR Manager to oversee the entire HR value chain including recruitment and onboarding. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of HR experience, knowledge of Norwegian labour law, and a strong drive for execution. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in an inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

Travel insurance

Private health insurance

Flexible workstyles

Qualifications

• Solid experience with employee relations and personnel cases.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in HR roles, preferably in the tech industry.
• Fluent in English and Norwegian.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and the entire employee journey.
• Guide managers on HR best practices and Norwegian labour law.
• Drive employee engagement and retention programs.

Skills

Employee relations

HR systems

Norwegian labour law

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Higher education in HR, leadership, or business

Tools

Flex HRM

Job description

Do you have drive, strong execution skills, and thrive in a high-paced environment? We would love to hear from you!

We are looking for a HR Manager with passion for people, tech and business!

This is a unique opportunity for a skilled HR professional with proven experience, who are motivated by combining execution with strategic influence, in an international Norway based tech environment.

As Fotoware HR Manager you will have full ownership of the entire HR value chain, from recruitment, onboarding, and day-to-day operations. In collaboration with People Managers, you will continue to develop an inclusive and engaging employee experience.

What you will do:

• Take hands on ownership of recruitment, onboarding, and the entire employee journey
• Be a trusted partner for managers, providing guidance on HR best practices, employee relations, and Norwegian labour law
• Drive employee engagement, feedback processes, and retention programs
• Support and develop leaders through workshops, career paths, and training initiatives
• Use HR systems and insights to drive proactive HR initiatives (Fotoware are using Flex HRM today)
• Build career paths and succession plans for management and key roles
• Develop and implement HR policies and processes that support our business goals
• Play a vital role in culture and organizational development, including M&A integration

The position reports to the CEO and is part of the extended leadership team.

Who you are:

• Business-minded, hands-on, and results-driven
• Passionate, forward-leaning with a strong drive for execution
• Comfortable working independently, while also being a strong collaborator
• Structured, adaptable, and motivated by change
• Have a growth mindset and are willing to learn new things
• Comfortable handling complex matters, not afraid to address challenges head-on, and known for taking ownership and creating solutions rather than avoiding conflict
• Solid experience with employee relations, personnel cases, and Norwegian labour law
• Skilled in HR systems and metrics
• Minimum 5 years’ experience from roles as HR consultant, manager or BP, ideally with a background from the tech industry or scaling companies
• Higher education in HR, leadership, business, or similar
• Fluent in English and Norwegian

What Fotoware offers you:

• An inclusive workplace which values flexible workstyles, work hours and diversity
• Fotoware share of women are around 45% and our internal survey results score 4,7 of 5
• A key role in a company with more than 25 years of experience in helping thousands of customers globally to manage their digital media files and workflows
• An international environment filled with possibilities for personal and professional growth
• A company certified as Great Place to Work and awarded Norway's Best Workplace in 2020, 2021 and 2022. We were also awarded one of Europe’s Best Workplaces in 2020 and 2021.
• Travel insurance and private health insurance that includes free physiotherapy and psychological treatment
• We prefer physical presence but offer flexibility with remote work options

Fotoware is a place where you will have opportunities to shape your own role, work independently, and share your expertise with the rest of our company. If you want to be part of our team, we would like to hear from you!

Company Culture:

At Fotoware, we believe in challenging norms in the market and embracing big, bold goals. Our culture is built on four core values: Responsible, Passionate, Caring, and Innovative. We take ownership of our work, deliver on our promises, and support each other in achieving our goals.

We foster an inclusive workplace that values diversity and encourages everyone to bring their best selves to work. Our team is made up of technology enthusiasts who love empowering our users and making each other great.

Our leadership team places a strong emphasis on trust and empowerment, allowing employees to explore new ideas and take initiative.

Please send your CV and application in either English or Norwegian as soon as possible and at the latest 19.10.2025.

Fotoware is a leading Norwegian software company with more than 30 years of expertise, specializing in streamlining content workflows. Renowned for its state-of-the-art solutions in media and metadata management, Fotoware has expanded its footprint across Europe.

The company's commitment to making a positive impact extends beyond its software solutions, embodying a culture that fosters innovation, inclusivity, and client success. With a strong team of in-house consultants, Fotoware thrives on understanding and addressing the unique challenges faced by organizations.

About Fotoware:

• Established Presence: With a strong footprint in Scandinavia, the UK, and the DACH region, Fotoware has become a trusted player, serving over 4,000 organizations globally.
• Versatile Solutions: From classical Digital Asset Management (DAM) to advanced Content Operations, Fotoware's highly customizable solutions cater to a plethora of different industries.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Recognized as Norway's best workplace for three consecutive years, Fotoware prioritizes diversity with a multinational team representing over twenty nationalities and achieving a healthy gender balance.
• Microsoft Gold Partnership: As a Microsoft Gold Partner, Fotoware provides secure and reliable SaaS solutions while supporting on-premises configurations.

This is what our customers think about us...

White House Historical Association

Fotoware has expanded our potential, broadened our user base, and allowed for the rapid growth of our collection.

We make the story around images. Therefore, we need Fotoware to find the best pictures we can get.

Processes that had previously taken hours of people`s time, running around and chasing people, can now be done in a matter of minutes.