HR Generalist

Our Story

Launched in 2015, S ol de J aneiro is a globally recognized, award-winning beauty brand, drawing inspiration from Brazil’s beauty rituals, warmth, and spirit. S ol de J aneiro delivers a sensory experience beloved by multi-generational consumers worldwide, with clinically proven results, transformative textures, and transportive fragrances.

Headquartered in New York and launched as a digitally native brand, we have expanded globally with teams in Paris, London, and Germany. Our commitment to excellence has earned high-profile honors, including being named one of TIME1 00’s 2024 Most Influential Companies, Fast Company’s 2024 World's Most Innovative Companies, and WWD Beauty Inc’s Power Brands of 2024, underscoring its leadership in the beauty industry and outstanding workplace . These accolades highlight our dedication to being a leading brand in the beauty industry and an exceptional workplace.

What You’ll Do

We are looking for a proactive and hands-on HR Generalist – EMEA to join our International People Experience team.

Reporting to the Director, HRBP – EMEA & UK, you will play a key role in supporting HR operations and our employees and business leaders across the EMEA region, while acting as the primary HR Operations contact for our French legal entity.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where priorities evolve quickly and where no two days are the same!

We are looking for someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building processes from scratch, and is eager to grow into a broader HR Business Partner role over time.

What You’ll Be Working On

Employee Lifecycle & HR Operations

Manage the full employee lifecycle in France and across EMEA: onboarding, contract administration, changes, leaves, offboarding

Draft and manage employment contracts, amendments, and HR documentation in compliance with local labor laws

Ensure accurate and up-to-date employee data in the HRIS (status, reporting lines, documentation…)

Coordinate payroll inputs and act as the day-to-day HR contact for payroll provider

Manage employee benefits administration for the French population

The role may also support employee lifecycle and HR operations activities for the UK population, subject to workload and regional priorities

Employee Relations & Compliance

Act as a key contact for employees on HR-related topics, ensuring a supportive and confidential approach

Support employee relations cases (absences, performance, disciplinary processes, grievances) in close partnership with the Director HRBP

Works Council (France) – Setup & Ongoing Support

Support the setup and implementation of the Works Council (CSE) in France in close partnership with the Director HRBP

Assist with the preparation and coordination of works council elections, timelines, and required documentation

Support the Director HRBP in managing relationships with employee representatives

Prepare operational materials for works council meetings

Recruitment

Support recruitment activities across EMEA in coordination with the Talent Acquisition Team, the Director HRBP and Hiring Managers

Ensure recruitment and onboarding processes are consistently applied and compliant with local regulations

Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Support

Support compensation and benefits administration across the region

Prepare salary and benefits documentation and ensure accurate implementation

Liaise with external benefits providers and payroll partners as needed

HR Processes, Projects & Continuous Improvement

Implement and maintain HR processes and policies across EMEA

Support HR projects – global and international (HRIS optimization, process standardization, policy rollouts)

Support audits, data cleaning, and compliance checks

Stakeholder & Manager Support

Provide operational HR guidance to managers on processes, policies, and local requirements

Act as a reliable operational partner to the Director HRBP

Support change initiatives and organizational updates from an HR operations perspective

Must Haves

Experience

Minimum 3 years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Operations role

Experience in a multi-country or international environment (EMEA preferred)

Hands-on experience with HRIS, payroll coordination, and employee lifecycle management

Exposure to works council topics in France is a strong plus

Skills & Competencies

Strong operational HR expertise and attention to detail

Solid understanding of employment law principles (French labor law knowledge is a plus)

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, international environment

Curious, proactive, reliable and a solution-oriented mindset

High level of autonomy and ownership

Languages

Fluent English required

French required

How You’ll Know You’re a Fit

You enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, where priorities evolve and adaptability is key.

You are agile, resilient, and comfortable navigating ambiguity. You are able to prioritize effectively, adapt to change, and remain thoughtful and composed in an evolving environment.

You are curious, eager to learn, and motivated to step outside your comfort zone.

You feel comfortable working in an international and multicultural context

You have strong communication and collaboration skills, with a positive and approachable attitude that helps build trust across teams.

You enjoy being a visible and reliable HR presence for employees.

You are a true brand ambassador, aligned with Sol de Janeiro’s values and committed to contributing to a positive, inclusive, and high-quality employee experience.

#LI-Hybrid Why Sol de Janeiro?

Competitive salary and bonus program for full-time team members

Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth

Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality

The chance to be part of a fast-growing, award-winning global beauty brand

The information contained herein is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee, as these may change or new ones may be assigned at any time.

Sol de Janeiro is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People Experience Team at careers@soldejaneiro.com .

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