Head of HR - Central Teams
Paris
Human Resources – BHR /
FR Executive/Cadre /
Hybrid
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Malt is Europe's leading freelancing platform with one clear mission: to give people the freedom to choose who they work with. Co-founded in 2013 by Vincent Huguet, with Alexandre Fretti as co-CEO since 2022, Malt is a tech company with a human approach that helps companies and freelancers make the perfect match.
Malt is a marketplace that embraces a community of over 700,000 freelancers and over 70,000 clients, ranging from small and medium-sized enterprises to large corporations. More than just a connector, our marketplace streamlines freelancer-client communications, simplifies administrative and legal tasks, expedites invoicing and payments, and so much more.
We are all about giving both freelancers and companies choice and added peace of mind, so that every experience on Malt is nothing less than (inter)stellar. The launch of Malt Strategy in 2023 enabled Malt to broaden its scope by offering the expertise of a network of top independent consultants and transition managers, to better support companies from the strategy to the implementation of ambitious projects.
✨ Malt is also…
- a tech company with a human approach
- a company with a strong culture fueled by 700 Malters from 40+ nationalities, working from 9 countries all around Europe - Germany, Belgium, United Arab Emirates, Spain, France, Netherlands, Nordic countries, United Kingdom, and Switzerland.
- committed to creating a safe and inclusive space where every employee can thrive both personally and professionally
- committed to equality and diversity (50% of People managers are women)
- a company with strong career path policies allowing all Malters to develop and grow equally
- backed by renowned investors including ISAI, Serena, Eurazeo Growth, Goldman Sachs and BPI France
Join us on Planet Malt, we need you to help us write this next chapter! 🪐
At Malt we believe that Ambition is the Way, so all lists of missions and responsibilities are non-exhaustive.
Explore your future career 🔭
As the Head of HR - Central team you will be a strategic partner to our leadership team, driving HR initiatives that align with our business goals and fostering a culture where every employee can thrive. With a focus on global functions (Product, Tech, Data, Legal..) You will lead the HR function within your scope, addressing the strategic, operational, and tactical HR needs of the organisation. Your role will involve close collaboration with senior leaders, coaching managers, and developing HR policies that support our fast-paced and ever-evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities ✨
- Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that support business growth. Provide thought leadership on organisational and people-related strategies.
- HR Expertise: Deliver HR expertise in organisational development, performance management, employee relations, and development. Ensure the implementation of HR best practices across the organisation.
- Talent Development: Lead performance reviews and talent calibration within your scope. Support employees in their career growth and skills development, creating opportunities for internal mobility.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Analyse employee data such as compensation, job levels, and attrition to guide decision-making. Provide proactive solutions based on data insights.
- Process Implementation: Lead the implementation of core HR processes, including performance calibration, compensation cycles, and exit interviews. Ensure that these processes are legally compliant and executed professionally.
- HR Programs: Participate in the continuous development and improvement of HR programs, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of the organisation.
- Cultural Stewardship: Foster a culture of development and growth, empowering managers to build and grow their teams. Promote a workplace where every employee feels valued and supported.
About you 🧑🚀
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in HR roles, ideally in a fast-paced, scaling environment.
- Leadership: Proven track record of partnering with senior leadership to drive business-focused HR strategies.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of HR practices and labor laws, with the ability to navigate complex HR issues.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (French is a plus).
- Analytical Skills: Proficiency in data analysis, with the ability to translate insights into actionable HR strategies.
- Team Player: Collaborative mindset with a strong ability to work cross-functionally and drive results in a team-oriented environment.
- Cultural Fit: Passion for contributing to a diverse and inclusive company culture, with a commitment to equality and the development of all employees.
How to join the mission? 🚀
- Screening with Chloé, Senior TA Manager, to better understand your background, aspirations and answer your questions (30-45 minutes)
- Interview with Barbara, Chief Human Resources Manager also your future manager, to discuss your experience and the role in more detail (60 minutes)
- Business case with Richard (VP HR) and one person from the business
- Final interview with one of our Malt X member
Malt is the perfect space to thrive personally and professionally 💫
- Onboarding: Before easing into your new role, you’ll spend your first week learning about our culture, products, and services with other onboardees at our office in Paris
- Equity: Every Malter is entitled to stock options
- Lunch vouchers (legal benefit): €9/day on your Swile card
- Transportation (legal benefit): 50% reimbursement (any type of transport)
- Healthcare insurance (legal benefit)
- RTT: From 8 to 12 days off per year
- Sports: Company participation to a Gymlib membership
- Malt sabbatical: Every three years, all Malters are entitled to a one month fully paid sabbatical leave
- Free books: If you’re interested in learning more about any topic relevant to Malt’s business, just tell us the books you’d like to read, and we’ll order them for you—without any questions asked or approval processes to follow
- Remote work: Hybrid policy balancing on-site and home office
- Team building events organized every year
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