We are looking for a Senior HR Manager to join our team, working on-site from our Paris office. In this role you will be a key member of our Human Resources function, contributing directly to our goals and working closely with talented colleagues across the business.
This is a hands-on role with real ownership and impact. You will apply your skills in HR Strategy, Employee Relations and Performance Management to solve interesting problems, ship work you can be proud of and help us raise the bar for what we do. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, share your ideas openly and have the support you need to do your best work and grow along the way.
You will bring around 7 to 11 years of relevant experience and strong, practical knowledge of HR Strategy, Employee Relations and Performance Management. Just as important are clear communication, sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with people across different teams and backgrounds. Experience leading projects, mentoring others and influencing decisions will set you up for success in this role.
Within your first few months, you will get up to speed with our products, processes and people, build strong working relationships across the team, and begin taking ownership of your own work. Over time, you will have the opportunity to deepen your expertise, take on broader scope and grow your career with us as the company continues to scale.
In return, we offer a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, competitive pay, meaningful benefits and the chance to do work that genuinely matters. We care about our people, invest in their growth and want everyone here to be able to do the best work of their careers.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Northwind Cloud is an equal-opportunity employer: we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Apply today and tell us why you would be a great fit.
Responsibilities
As a Senior HR Manager at Northwind Cloud, you will play a central role within our Human Resources function and take ownership of a broad and varied set of responsibilities. Working alongside a collaborative, motivated team, your day-to-day duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:- Build alignment across stakeholders and resolve competing priorities constructively.
- Make and clearly communicate well-reasoned decisions, including difficult trade-offs.
- Design and deliver onboarding experiences that set new joiners up for success from day one.
- Champion diversity, equity and inclusion in everything from hiring to day-to-day practices.
- Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with labour laws and internal policies.
- Continuously improve HR processes, tools and documentation for efficiency and a great employee experience.
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening to interviewing, offers and onboarding.
- Support learning, development and career-growth programmes across the organisation.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and build effective, inclusive hiring processes.
- Coordinate employer-branding activities to attract and retain top talent.
- Administer HR processes such as performance reviews, compensation cycles and policy updates.
- Support employee engagement, retention and relations initiatives that strengthen company culture.
- Act as a trusted point of contact for employees on HR questions, concerns and grievances.
- Analyse people data and metrics to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, care and integrity at all times.
- Uphold the company's values, policies, security requirements and standards of professional conduct in all activities.
- Plan and manage your workload to balance quality, speed and competing demands.
- Ensure your work meets agreed quality, compliance and security standards before it is considered complete.
- Support onboarding, knowledge-sharing and documentation so the wider team can learn, scale and succeed.
- Contribute to a culture of accountability, learning from mistakes and celebrating shared wins.
- Bring energy, curiosity and a solutions-focused mindset to everyday challenges.
- Proactively flag dependencies and coordinate with other teams to keep work moving smoothly.
- Collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues across teams, functions, time zones and locations.
- Participate constructively in team meetings, stand-ups, planning sessions, demos and retrospectives.
- Maintain accurate, thorough documentation and keep all relevant systems, tools and trackers up to date.
- Support and step in for teammates when needed to help the team meet its shared goals.
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute actively to a positive, inclusive, supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Take full ownership of your work, manage your own priorities and consistently deliver to a high standard and on time.
What we're looking for
7-11 years of professional experience in a HR Manager or similar roleStrong working knowledge of HR Strategy, Employee Relations and Performance Management
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources (Master's preferred)
Proven track record of leading projects and mentoring team members
Benefits
At Northwind Cloud, we believe that looking after our people is the foundation of doing great work. We offer a comprehensive, thoughtfully designed benefits and perks package that supports your health, your finances, your growth and your life outside of work. When you join us, you can expect the following:- Support for relocation where relevant, to help you make a smooth move and settle in quickly.
- Transparent, structured pay bands and clear criteria for progression, so you always know how to grow your earnings.
- Commuter, transport and travel support to make getting to and from work easier and more affordable.
- Employee discounts and access to a curated range of partner perks, offers and benefits.
- Thoughtful welcome kits, branded swag and little extras that make you feel part of the team.
- Wellness initiatives throughout the year, from health talks and screenings to fitness challenges and mindfulness sessions.
- Transparent communication, regular all-hands updates and direct, approachable access to leadership.
- Company-funded health insurance with access to a wide network of hospitals and clinics, plus an annual preventive health check-up.
- Mental-health support including confidential counselling, an Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellbeing resources.
- A modern, well-equipped office in a convenient location, with snacks, great coffee and plenty of collaborative space.
- a generous annual leave allowance well above the statutory minimum, plus public holidays, because rest and time to recharge are essential to doing great, sustainable work.
- Full sponsorship for relevant professional certifications, memberships and qualifications.
- Free snacks, beverages and regular catered meals to keep you fuelled through the day.
- a company-supported retirement savings plan, helping you build long-term financial security for the future.
- Access to telemedicine and online doctor consultations so you can get care quickly, wherever you are.
- A results-focused environment that values outcomes and impact over hours logged at a desk.
- A competitive salary that is reviewed regularly and benchmarked against the market to keep your pay fair and current.
- A culture that actively encourages experimentation, stretch projects and learning from both wins and mistakes.
- The chance to do meaningful, high-impact work alongside talented, friendly, humble and ambitious colleagues.
- A real commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, with employee resource groups and an open, respectful culture.
- Allowances and reimbursements for work-related expenses, handled quickly and without unnecessary bureaucracy.
- Recognition of personal milestones with celebration leave and thoughtful gestures.
- Structured mentorship, regular feedback and clear, transparent career-progression frameworks to help you grow.
- Additional wellbeing and volunteering days each year to look after yourself and give back to your community.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources (Master's preferred)