HR Services Manager - Bulgaria & Turkey

Companies; Turkey; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy

Bonding Leave

Charitable Days

Rewards Program

Bonus/SIP

Job summary

Safeguard Global is seeking an HR Services Manager to act as the trusted HR partner for global clients and workers across Turkey and Bulgaria. You will guide on local employment legislation, HR practices, and the employee lifecycle, ensuring a compliant and positive experience.

Responsibilities include end-to-end lifecycle management, advising on local laws, collaborating with Payroll and Sales, and driving continuous improvement to service delivery across regions.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years HR experience with strong knowledge of local employment legislation (Turkish/Bulgarian).
• Degree in HR or related field; university education preferred.
• Fluency in the local language and English.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, collaboration, and client-service skills.
• Proactive, detail-oriented mindset with solution focus.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle across onboarding, contracts, transfers, performance, and offboarding.
• Advise on local employment law, HR policies, benefits, and market practices for clients and workers.
• Partner with Payroll, Sales, Client Success, and global teams for accurate local HR guidance.
• Manage HR matters and projects independently with SLA adherence and compliance.
• Identify gaps and opportunities for improvement and contribute to initiatives.

Skills

HR Experience

Labor Law Knowledge

English Proficiency

Communication Skills

Client Service

Education

Degree in HR or related field

Job description

Why join Safeguard Global? We want to help you “Work in Any Way” - that makes time for family, commitments, and life outside, so that you can have the best of both worlds. When you own what you do and are driven to deliver, you have the flexibility to decide where and how you work. Our roles aren’t just remote and hybrid first—they break free from the traditional ways of doing things, paving a way for A Job That Works for You.

The role in a nutshell:

As an HR Services Manager, you’ll be the trusted HR partner for global clients and workers, providing guidance on local employment legislation, HR practices, and the employee lifecycle. You’ll manage a broad range of HR matters in both Turkey & Bulgaria while ensuring a compliant, high-quality, and positive experience for both clients and workers.

How you will make a difference:

• Manage the end-to-end employee lifecycle, including onboarding, contracts, transfers, performance matters, and offboarding, ensuring a smooth and compliant experience.
• Act as a trusted advisor on local employment law, HR policies, benefits, and market practices, helping clients and workers navigate local requirements.
• Partner with Payroll, Sales, Client Success, and global teams to provide accurate local HR guidance and seamless service delivery.
• Manage HR matters and projects independently, ensuring quality, SLA adherence, compliance, and timely resolution.
• Identify process gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with clients and workers, using feedback and market insights to improve service quality, engagement, and satisfaction..

What will give you an advantage:

• 3–5 years of HR experience with strong knowledge of local employment legislation (Turkish Labor Law or Bulgarian Labor Law).
• Degree in HR or a related field; university education preferred.
• Experience handling a broad range of HR matters independently, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in the local language and English.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, collaboration, and client-service skills.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused mindset.

We are hiring this position across multiple EU countries, compensation varies by hiring location, base salary starts from:

Bulgaria: €25,000

Who we are and what we do:

Safeguard Global is….Global! With offices worldwide, we help 1500+ companies hire, manage, and pay employees in 170+ countries. It's all about people! Join us to meet diverse folks, explore new cultures, and connect with amazing folks from around the globe.

Our Global Benefits

• Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in Any Way): Be supported with as much flexibility as possible.
• Bonding Leave: Enjoy paid leave to bond with your new family member.
• 2 Charitable Days: Contribute to causes you believe in.
• Reward & Recognition Program: Be rewarded for your success and championing our values.
• Corporate bonus/SIP: All Guardians are eligible for our annual bonus scheme or sales incentive plan.

Why become a Guardian:

• International Environment: Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into local expertise.
• Our Culture: We emphasize the people factor in everything we do. Our nurturing culture ensures your ideas reach our leaders and your contributions get the recognition they deserve.
• Learning: We support your continuous growth by providing access to 2 learning platforms, where you can learn at your own pace.

At Safeguard Global, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and Guardians.