HR Business Partner EMEA

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We are looking for a HR Business Partner EMEA who will report to the HRBP Manager EMEA. As part of your role, you will be advice, guide and support the assigned teams.

The HRBP supports the EMEA HR Manager in executing and monitoring the deployment of the HR strategy to support the achievement of the regional business plan.

The HRBP is the main connection between BRP and HR function and the main point of contact for employees. The HRBP develops trustworthy relationships by being a trusted partner with the ability to understand and influence the business strategy and goals and translates them into actionable business aligned people strategies.

She/he supports the development and implementation of HR plans, programs, and tools with local business leaders and Global Practices to build and enhance organizational capability.

The HRBP evolves in an environment that fosters world class professional development and is part of a dynamic and passionate team having a great influence on the decision making. Located in our office in Meyreuil or in Lausanne, the HRBP has a limited number of business trips during the year.

You’ll Have The Opportunity To

• HR Business Partnering (approx. 60% of the time)
• Provides advice and support to assigned teams on all HR related matters.
• Acts as a business partner to drive business results that optimize talent, structure, processes and culture by asking appropriate questions and providing solutions.
• Collaborates with the HR Manager and the HRBP’s team to further nurture and develop a best-in-class Employee Experience.
• Promotes the business ethics and company values by being its ambassador.
• Participates in HR projects supported by the team as needed. Creates and nurtures a network of partners to support the realization of EMEA HR initiatives.
• Models a caring mindset and promote healthy teams’ dynamic. Encourages discussions with employees’ part of assigned teams about various situations and takes action to solve them, as per needs.
• Participates in the recruitment process in her/his assigned area for permanent and temporary professional positions until the employee is hired.
• Elevates onboarding experience for employees in her/his assigned area in collaboration with the Talent team. Boosts human connections and experiences that really matter. Makes sure the presentations and training material are up to date. Delivers content to the newly hired employees.
• Follows up on integration of newly hired employees and makes sure their engagement is kept at the required level.
• Commits to DE&I mindset that removes barrier.
• Punctually collaborates with the Total rewards team in making sure the internal equity is maintained within her/his assigned teams (participates in salary review, salary offers elaboration, etc.)
• Supports the HR Manager in relocation, expatriation or short-term assignment processes management (offers preparations, follow up, communications, integration, etc.).
• Actively participates in local employee value proposition activities.
• Leadership and Talent Development (approx. 20% of the time)
• Attracts, protects and stretches talent to foster engagement and growth.
• Supports the Talent programs activation and execution with the global center of excellence. Regularly communicates with the global center of excellence and adapt novelties into EMEA reality.
• Helps the HR Manager and the HRBP running the whole talent cycle for the region (Performance management process incl. reports preparation, performance reviews co-animation, follows up on results and supports action plans. Co-manages Talent reviews for the region - high potential employees & leaders’ identification, follows-up on development activities & ensures succession plan for mission critical positions).
• Ensures organization has the talents needed by encouraging a culture for continuous learning, support global talent team in the deployment of their initiatives such as mentoring, eLearning library, office vibe, etc.
• Helps assigned team members in their ambitions by actively supporting establishment & implementation of personal development plans.
• Co-develops retention strategy (together with the EMEA HR Manager, HRBP and the Talent team).
• HR Administration (approx. 20% of the time)
• Our new colleague is not afraid to manage HR administration.
• Prepares and maintains monthly HR reports together with other team members
• Prepare employees work certificates, internal company announcements or bonus memo
• Lead or co-lead various projects requiring administrative follow up (for ex. Company car policy renewal, WellBe newsletters and other EVP initiatives)
  

YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

• 5-7 years of experience as HR generalist including 2-3 years as HRBP
• Experience ideally acquired within an international HR environment
• Academic degree, ideally in HR/OD related field
• Knowledge of the Europeans labor law (notably French) is a plus
• Excellent written and communication skills in English, any other European language is a plus
• Irreproachable business ethics and solid interpersonal skills
• Strong interest in operational part, without being afraid taking over administrative tasks
• Dynamic and collaborative, curious to question, learn, listen and develop “can do” solutions
• Ability to challenge and be challenged
• Ability to influence decisions
• Strong self-organization, priorities setting skills and ability to deal with multiple priorities
• Enthusiastic team player demonstrating drive and passion while respecting Company values
  

WELCOME TO BRP

We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce of over 14,500 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination; It’s about the journey.

This position is based in Lausanne, Switzerland or in Sophia Antipolis, France.