HR Manager

As HR Manager , you will act as the primary HR point of contact in Italy , ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of day-to-day HR services. 

This includes overseeing payroll operations , ensuring compliance with local social legislation, and managing constructive dialogue with employee representatives and unions.

In this role, you will drive the local implementation of  global HR programs while supporting operational business needs . You will partner closely with managers and employees across Italy, providing hands-on HR guidance and ensuring a consistent and high-quality employee experience.

Reporting to the Lead HR Business Partner for Global Operations, you will play a key role in translating HR strategy into impactful local execution, contributing to both business performance and  employee engagement .

Main Accountabilities

• Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of all local payroll activities and related processes, fully compliant with Italian labour and social legislation.
• Provide dedicated HR support and guidance to the local management team, addressing people-related needs and driving the effective execution of HR actions.
• Lead local internal communication efforts, ensuring effective cascading of global and local messages, and supporting employer and employee branding initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with the Lead HR Business Partner (Operations & Healthcare) to align on HR priorities, strategies, and key initiatives.
• Oversee and continuously improve HR processes throughout the employee lifecycle, while coaching people leaders and key talents on topics such as performance, development, and career growth.
• Act as the primary point of contact for local unions and external stakeholders (e.g. trade unions, Confindustria), fostering constructive and compliant industrial relations.
• Monitor and actively support employee engagement initiatives, ensuring timely follow-up on feedback and action plans.
• Partner with HR Centres of Expertise to co-create and implement innovative HR solutions and effectively deploy global HR programs in Italy.
• Monitor and stimulate organizational performance through data-driven insights and targeted HR interventions.

Education

• Master’s degree in human resources, Social Sciences, Business Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant qualifications and experience

Experience

• Proven experience in an HR support role within an international and matrixed environment, with a solid track record in operational HR management.
• Demonstrated hands-on expertise in delivering core HR services, including payroll coordination, employee relations, and compliance with local labour legislation.
• Experience supporting business leaders and employees across different functions, translating business needs into effective HR actions and solutions.
• Familiarity with working in a complex stakeholder landscape, with the ability to balance global HR frameworks and local requirements.
• Track record of contributing to or implementing HR initiatives and processes, ensuring high-quality execution and continuous improvement.

Competencies

• Proven expertise in payroll processes and Italian labour law, complemented by experience in at least two additional HR domains (e.g. staffing, HRIS, training & development, organizational development, HR business partnering)
• Fluent in Italian and English, both written and spoken, with the ability to communicate effectively across different audiences and organizational levels 
• Acts with integrity, strong ethical standards, and a results-driven mindset
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize
• Builds trusted partnerships with stakeholders through a strong customer focus, collaborative mindset, and delivery orientation
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders through well-structured and thoughtful recommendations
• Strong listening, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Solid conflict management capabilities

What We Offer

• Join the HR Team and help shape decisions that drive our people strategy.
• Professional growth: Develop your HR expertise across a broad range of domains, from talent and performance management to reward and social relations, while gaining exposure to international best practices.
• Purposeful work: Help shape a workplace where people thrive, engagement flourishes, and innovation is fuelled by human potential

How to Apply

• Please submit your motivation letter and resume in English, including two professional references.
• We look forward to welcoming you to our team and embarking on this exciting journey together!

Our Culture : At Barco, our culture is centered around customer orientation, winning collaboration, and impactful innovation. We are committed to "Visioneering a bright tomorrow" and believe in the power of passionate employees to create meaningful change.

Join Us: If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation and excellence, we invite you to apply for this position at Barco.

Please note: This opportunity to join Barco is offered as a fixed long-term engagement. We are not considering freelance or temporary applications for this role.