HR Manager @ InterSystems

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Position Overview

InterSystems is hiring an experienced and motivated Human Resources Manager to lead and manage all HR activities across our French offices. As one of several European subsidiary offices, this is a key operational role, responsible for implementing compliant, people-focused HR practices aligned with both French labour law and the company’s values as a privately owned U.S.-based organisation.

The HR Manager will also be responsible for managing a team of administrative staff in France, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and supporting site-level coordination. They will collaborate closely with senior leadership and internal stakeholders to oversee employee development, labour relations, facilities support, and employee wellbeing across multiple French locations.

Partnering with Senior Management & Managers

Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to senior leadership and departmental managers on all HR-related matters.
Provide support and coaching to managers in navigating complex HR issues, promoting fair and consistent decision-making aligned with business objectives.
Collaborate with managers to align talent development and succession planning with the company’s long-term strategic goals.
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous feedback, and high performance through effective manager enablement.
Act as a bridge between leadership and employees, ensuring transparent communication and alignment of HR initiatives with operational needs.

Team & Office Management

Provide strong leadership and direction to a team of administrative staff across multiple French offices, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and a high standard of service delivery.
Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of administrative operations, promoting consistency, accuracy, and professionalism across all locations.
Supervise and support the coordination of local and regional events i.e. sales kick-off, year-end celebrations, family days.
Supervise and support the coordination of cross-site office functions including facilities management, procurement, vendor liaison, and on-site employee support.
Ensure the administration team is fully equipped to respond to evolving business needs, supporting a culture of adaptability, ownership, and continuous improvement.

HR Policy & Procedures

Keep up to date with labour law in order to develop, implement, and continuously refine HR policies and procedures in full alignment with French labour legislation and corporate standards.
Lead consultation processes with senior leadership and the Director of HR, Facilities and ASG to gain input and secure buy-in on key HR policies.
Manage a centralised and up-to-date repository of HR policies and ensure ongoing visibility and accessibility through the intranet.
Coach and support managers and employees on policy application, offering practical training and advice to embed consistency and compliance.

Employee Relations & Labour Law Compliance

Serve as the lead contact for all matters related to the Workers Council (CSE), Trade Unions, and Health & Safety Committees, ensuring legally compliant and constructive dialogue.
Manage complex employee relations cases, including grievances, investigations, and conflict resolution with a pragmatic, fair, and legally sound approach.
Maintain positive working relationship with external legal counsel in order to provide senior-level expertise on French labour law, organisational change, disciplinary processes, and restructuring initiatives.

Talent Development & Performance

Assess, update, and drive improvements in the company’s performance management and employee development frameworks.
Work with managers to identify skill gaps and deliver strategic, targeted training plans that support employee growth and business performance.
Oversee structured onboarding and offboarding processes to provide a consistent and positive employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle.

Recruitment & Retention

Draft compliant, well-structured employment contracts and job offers in line with statutory and internal guidelines.
Partner with hiring managers and in-house Recruitment to help design and execute recruitment plans that attract top talent and align with long-term workforce planning.
Conduct exit interviews, analyse underlying trends, and recommend proactive retention strategies based on qualitative and quantitative data.

Compensation & Benefits

Act as a first point of contact on employee compensation, benefits, and statutory entitlements; provide guidance to employees and line managers alike.
Support the design, benchmarking, and communication of competitive reward structures in line with market standards and internal equity.
Contribute to cost-of-living reviews, salary benchmarking studies, and broader compensation strategy planning as required.

Performance Review Administration

Manage the annual performance review cycle, ensuring compliance with corporate timelines and standards.
Validate that all role changes, promotions, and salary reviews are documented, justified, and aligned with internal governance protocols.
Provide senior leadership with clear, timely performance data and recommendations to inform people decisions.

Health, Safety & Workplace Support

Collaborate with external health & safety experts to guarantee compliance with French legislation and best practices.
Coordinate mandatory training and maintain audit-ready documentation and reporting.
Oversee the smooth running of office operations, including maintenance, security, and service provider contracts.

Data Protection & HR Compliance

Ensure compliance with GDPR and French data protection laws, working in collaboration with in-house and external legal counsel.
Maintain secure and compliant personnel records and HR documentation across all locations.

Reporting & Communication

Collaborate with the HRIS Specialist to track and analyse key HR metrics, including attendance, absenteeism, turnover, and leave patterns, and report on emerging trends.
Maintain open, timely, and transparent communication across offices, ensuring alignment with leadership and consistency of message.
Act as a key communication bridge between French operations and the broader European HR network.

Strategic and Ad Hoc Projects

Undertake strategic and ad hoc project work assigned by the Director of HR, Facilities and ASG or their assigned deputy.
Actively shape local HR strategy to support evolving business priorities while preserving and promoting company culture.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior HR role, preferably in an international organisation.
Prior experience working with French Workers Councils, Trade Unions, and collective bargaining frameworks.
Proven ability to lead and manage a team, ideally administrative or HR support personnel.
Strong understanding of French employment law and HR best practices.
Experience working with U.S.-headquartered companies and balancing local/global expectations.

Skills & Attributes

Fluent in French (native level) and professional English.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate.
Flexible and adaptable, able to respond quickly to changing priorities and business needs while retaining a positive can-do attitude.
Proactive and responsive, with a strong sense of ownership and urgency in delivering HR support.
Hands-on, organised, and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to challenges.
Comfortable managing multiple office locations and juggling competing priorities.
Strong facilitation, training, and conflict resolution capabilities.
Tech-savvy with proficiency in MS Office and HR systems.

Why Join Us?

Be a central HR Manager supporting the growth and wellbeing of our French workforce.
Enjoy meaningful impact across multiple office sites, working with engaged teams and supportive leadership.
Join a purpose-driven, people-first organisation with global reach and local accountability.
Thrive in a collaborative and innovative work environment.

As an equal opportunities employer, InterSystems does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join our organization.

About InterSystems

InterSystems, a creative data technology provider, delivers a unified foundation for next-generation applications for healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and supply chain customers in more than 80 countries. Our data platforms solve interoperability, speed, and scalability problems for large organizations around the globe to unlock the power of data and allow people to perceive data in imaginative ways. Established in 1978, InterSystems is committed to excellence through its 24×7 support for customers and partners around the world. Privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, InterSystems has 38 offices in 28 countries worldwide. For more information, please visit InterSystems.com.

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