Regional HR Generalist

ph3Overview /h3pbPORTWEST /b, a leading global manufacturer of safety wear, workwear and PPE, is currently seeking applications for the position of bRegional HR Generalist /b based in bSulbiate /b on a bpermanent basis /b, reporting to the bPeople Operations Manager /b. Founded in 1904, Portwest has become one of the fastest growing workwear companies in the world, employing over 6,000 staff worldwide. With 1400 styles across more than 20 ranges, we design, manufacture and distribute market leading products globally. We are on a mission to become the world’s most requested PPE and Safety Wear brand. /ph3Responsibilities /h3ulliAct as the primary HR partner to managers and employees across Italy and France, providing guidance on policies, employment law and best practices /liliManage the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, benefit administration and employee data management /liliEnsure compliance with local labour laws, statutory requirements and internal policies across both locations /liliHandle employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, performance and absence management /liliLead HR compliance activities for a growing operation, including audits, reporting and coordination with external advisors /liliPartner with managers on organisational changes, performance issues and workforce planning across warehouse and sales teams /liliMaintain HR Payroll systems (BambooHR, ADP), ensuring data accuracy /liliMonitor, analyse and report HR metrics, identifying trends and driving continuous improvement /liliSupport the Talent Acquisition team with recruitment and hiring activities, particularly for operational roles, ensuring a smooth candidate and onboarding experience /liliCollaborate with internal stakeholders and external providers as necessary (payroll, legal, HS) to deliver efficient and consistent HR operations /li /ulh3Requirements /h3ulliDegree in HR or related field /lili3–5 years’ experience in an HR role supporting Italian operations /liliStrong knowledge of Italian employment legislation /liliFluency in Italian and English /liliProven experience managing employee relations and HR compliance /liliAbility to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment /li /ulh3Nice To Have /h3ulliExposure to French employment law /liliFrench language skills /liliExperience supporting multi-site or international organisations /liliFamiliarity with HR systems such as BambooHR and ADP /liliExperience in warehouse, manufacturing or fast-growing environments /li /ulh3Company Awards /h3ulliGreat Place To Work 2024 /liliPrivate Irish Business of the year – Export Industry Awards 2025 /liliSilver Ecovadis Sustainability Rating 2025 /li /ulpApplicants must have a right to live and work in the relevant jurisdiction. /ppPortwest is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, civil status, veteran status, family status, disability status or membership of a minority group. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr