This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional with an understanding and willingness to understand operational tasks as part of the role to join an international investment holding with offices in the UK and Europe. We are ideally looking for an EU-based candidate, possibly in the Czech Republic, Montenegro, Germany, or Cyprus. Other locations may be considered as remote-based options.

The role will entail a scope of project-focused operational tasks and a substantial block of general HR/people management tasks, including recruitment (UK and EU), policies and procedures, talent development, project-focused KPIs and strategic Group development.

Responsibilities

• Organisational development and operational project management, including helping EU-based project-focused entities to organise their HR basics and helping with operational set-up – offices, suppliers, teams, budgets, KPIs
• Participation in the development of the Group’s and HR business strategy
• Participation in the formation of the organisational structure of the Group
• HR budgeting, control and execution of the budget and payroll Selection and adaptation of candidates and new hires
• Hiring candidates for the Group: assessment and selection of candidates for the open vacancies for all offices
• Creation of a unified procedure and implementation of candidate assessment methodology
• Development and implementation of people’s planning and selection system
• Building and maintaining relationships with recruitment agencies in the UK and abroad
• Development and implementation of an adaptation and onboarding system for the new hires
• Individual and team motivation and performance evaluation
• Development of an effective system of remuneration linked to employee performance (based on KPIs or OKRs)
• Development of a system of non-material incentives for company employees – company awards, selection of the best employee etc.
• Formation of a training and career development plan for individuals and teams, evaluation of the effectiveness of the training, formation and development of the talent pool
• Improving and innovating Group’s people management (including creating a vacation schedule, travel accounting policy, sick-leave policy etc.)
• Formation of a system of corporate communication and creation of a corporate style
• Creating a positive image of the Group, working on the HR brand, introducing company values and principles, preparation and publication of posts
• Participation in the preparation and delivery of strategic sessions, event, and team-building activities

Key skills

• EU-based candidate. The role will be based either on one of the EU offices or it will be a completely remote option, depending on your location
• Russian and/or a European language could be a great advantage
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent in human resources, psychology, or management with an economics/finance focus
• At least 5+ years of experience in senior HR positions
• Understanding and willingness to undertake operational and organisational tasks
• Solid CV which outlines that you have been staying for a lengthy period of time in your jobs
• Working in Financial Services, PE, VC, Real Estate/Hospitality, Construction, or Renewable energy industries is highly desirable
• Experience in a stand-alone role (start-up experience) is desirable
• Willingness to work hard and go the extra mile
• Experience in developing and implementing critical HR processes
• KPIs implementation experience, especially in construction project-focused set-ups, is a great bonus
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills with entrepreneurial drive

Job advantages

• Opportunity to make the role your own within a growing business
• Remote options available
• Competitive salary and impressive bonus structure
• Long-term stable opportunity with a company that is determined to make a positive difference with its modern and impact-focused investment strategy
• Career prospects