Senior HR Operations, Governance & Rewards Manager

Job description

• Specialising in the recruitment of qualified and expert profiles, People Solutions by Arhis offers tailored support to help you take the next step in your professional journey.
  We work with companies across various sectors (banking, insurance, industry, and services) that are actively looking for talented individuals like you.
  
  At People Solutions by Arhis, we understand that every career path is unique. That’s why we put our recruitment expertise at the heart of your career project, offering you personalised and attentive guidance to help you find the opportunity that truly matches your ambitions.
  
  We are currently recruiting for one of our clients a:
  
  SENIOR HR OPERATIONS, GOVERNANCE & REWARDS MANAGER
  
  
• Have already operated within complex multi-country HR and payroll environments across Europe ?
• Enjoy leading and structuring international HR transformation and governance projects in evolving organisations ?
• Are comfortable combining strategic HR leadership with a strong operational and hands-on approach in an international matrix setting ?

Your Mission

As Senior HR Operations, Governance & Rewards Manager, you will play a central role in overseeing and enhancing HR operations, governance frameworks and compensation practices across multiple European jurisdictions.

This highly visible position combines operational leadership, compliance oversight, compensation and performance management, as well as the delivery of strategic cross-border HR transformation projects.

You will work closely with HR, Finance, Legal and senior business stakeholders to ensure efficient, compliant and scalable HR practices supporting business growth and organisational evolution.

This role is ideal for an experienced HR professional seeking a broad regional scope within a complex and international environment, while maintaining a strong hands-on involvement.

Your Key Responsibilities

Payroll Governance & Operational Excellence

• Oversee end-to-end payroll governance across multiple European jurisdictions covering approximately 500 employees
• Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance and timely execution in partnership with local providers and Finance teams
• Define and strengthen payroll controls, reporting standards and audit mechanisms
• Monitor labour law, tax and regulatory developments to ensure continuous compliance

HR Projects & Transformation

Lead and coordinate strategic HR initiatives across Europe, including:

• Pay Transparency implementation
• Set-up of new legal entities (contracts, payroll, benefits, compliance, vendors)
• HR systems and process enhancement projects (HRIS, badging systems, automation initiatives)

You will:

• Drive projects from conception to implementation
• Coordinate international stakeholders and external partners
• Ensure scalable and business-oriented solutions aligned with global HR strategy

HR Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

• Define and maintain robust HR governance frameworks across multiple jurisdictions
• Ensure alignment of HR policies and practices with local legislation and collective agreements
• Lead HR audits and ensure audit readiness
• Identify and mitigate operational, legal and reputational HR risks
• Partner with Legal teams, employee representatives and external stakeholders where applicable

Compensation, Performance & Rewards

• Lead annual compensation and performance management cycles
• Coordinate salary reviews, bonus processes and benchmarking exercises
• Ensure internal equity and external competitiveness of compensation structures
• Oversee grading consistency and job evaluation frameworks
• Provide strategic insights and analytics to support decision-making

International Mobility

• Manage cross-border employee movements and international transfers
• Ensure compliance with immigration, tax and employment regulations
• Partner with Finance and Legal teams on associated cost and risk implications
• Contribute to the standardisation and optimisation of mobility processes across the region

Requirements

The profile we are looking for:

• 8 to 12+ years of experience within HR Operations, Compensation & Benefits, Total Rewards and/or HR Governance
• Strong expertise in multi-country European payroll environments and labour law
• Proven experience managing complex international HR projects
• Solid understanding of compensation frameworks, job evaluation methodologies and performance management processes
• Experience in HR compliance, governance and audit environments
• Ability to combine strategic thinking with operational execution
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills within international and matrix organisations
• Comfortable navigating complexity, ambiguity and transformation contexts
• Fluent English is required; additional European languages would be considered an asset

What Will Make You Successful

• • Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
  • High level of ownership and accountability
  • Structured, pragmatic and solution-oriented approach
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities
  • Ability to build credibility across functions and geographies
  • Agile and business-oriented mindset

Your Candidate Experience with People Solutions by Arhis
To ensure that your profile aligns with our opportunities, we guide you through a thorough recruitment process, including individual interviews, assessment centers, personality and motivation questionnaires, as well as coaching sessions led by our team of certified coaches.

Rest assured that we carefully review every application received, including those automatically acknowledged upon submission.
Your profile will be evaluated by a consultant specialized in your field of expertise.

We listen to your needs, keep you informed, and provide guidance throughout the recruitment process until your successful integration with our client. Our commitment is to offer you our expertise to ensure the success of your next professional endeavor.

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