HR Director (m/f)

Reference Number / No de référence: 1452543 Job Title / Intitulé de poste: HR Director M/F Job Type / Type de contrat: CDI Duration / Durée: Industry / Secteur d'activité: Science et recherche Salary / Salaire et Avantages: €90000 - €100000 an Experience / Nombre minimum d'années d'experience: 10 Location / Localité: Western Europe,Luxembourg Driving License / Permis: Oui Client Information / Informations sur le client: Drive a strategic HR transformation program!

We are looking for an HR Director for one of our client based in Luxembourg

• Permanent contract or freelance contract (6 to 12 months contract)
• 90 000€ to 110 000€ annual gross salary
• Languages : French (C1/C2), English (B2/C1)

Job Description / Description détaillée du poste: ~~Our client is currently recruiting an HR Director to lead and transform its Human Resources function during a strategic period of organizational evolution.

Reporting directly to senior leadership, the HR Director will oversee both the day-to-day management of HR operations and the delivery of an ambitious HR transformation roadmap. This role requires a hands-on leader capable of ensuring operational excellence while driving modernization initiatives, including the implementation of a new HRIS platform and the enhancement of HR processes across the organization.

The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to management, ensuring a high-quality HR service for employees and managers while maintaining full compliance with Luxembourg labour regulations.

Responsibilities HR Operations Management :

• Lead and oversee all daily HR operations to ensure continuity and service excellence.
• Supervise personnel administration, including employment contracts, amendments, legal declarations, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
• Manage absence, leave, and sick leave administration.
• Coordinate with payroll providers and ensure the accuracy of payroll-related data.
• Ensure compliance with Luxembourg labour law and regulatory requirements.
• Handle sensitive employee relations and disciplinary matters.
• Manage legal HR reporting obligations and statutory requirements.
• Oversee recruitment activities across all levels, including senior and technical positions.
• Coordinate learning and development initiatives and annual training plans.
• Support managers on HR-related matters and performance management processes.
• Produce HR dashboards and reports for executive management.
• Monitor key HR metrics, including turnover, absenteeism, and payroll indicators.
• Prepare social balance sheets and other statutory HR reports.

HR Transformation & Strategic Projects :

• Drive the HR transformation roadmap and modernization initiatives.
• Lead the implementation and deployment of a new HRIS platform.
• Oversee system configuration, data migration, testing, user training, and change management activities.
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities across recruitment, learning & development, and broader HR functions.
• Promote best practices and enhance the overall employee experience.
• Support the organization in adopting modern HR tools, processes, and governance frameworks.

Candidate Profile / Profil du candidat: Experience :

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Human Resources management.
• At least 5 years of experience as an HR Director, Deputy HR Director, or in a senior HR leadership position with full operational responsibility.
• Proven experience managing HR functions within multi-site and multicultural environments.
• Previous experience in HR transformation, organizational change, or HR modernization projects.
• Experience in interim HR management or transition consulting is considered a strong asset.
• Strong knowledge of the Luxembourg regulatory and employment landscape. Experience within the Benelux region may also be considered.

Technical Skills :

• Strong expertise in Luxembourg labour law, collective agreements, and employment regulations.
• Solid experience covering the full employee lifecycle, including contracts, payroll coordination, employee relations, and compliance.
• Demonstrated success in HR transformation initiatives and change management programs.
• Strong recruitment leadership experience, including executive and specialized hiring.
• Advanced HR reporting, workforce analytics, and dashboard management capabilities.
• Experience implementing or managing HRIS platforms.

Personal Competencies :

• Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on operational approach.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage complex and sensitive HR matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Apply Email: lannoyd.53008.7100@haysfrance.aplitrak.com