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HR Generalist

Paris, France

Our Story

Launched in 2015, Sol de Janeiro is a globally recognized, award-winning beauty brand, drawing inspiration from Brazil’s beauty rituals, warmth, and spirit. Sol de Janeiro delivers a sensory experience beloved by multi-generational consumers worldwide, with clinically proven results, transformative textures, and transportive fragrances.  

Headquartered in New York and launched as a digitally native brand, we have expanded globally with teams in Paris, London, and Germany. Our commitment to excellence has earned high-profile honors, including being named one of TIME100’s 2024 Most Influential Companies, Fast Company’s 2024 World's Most Innovative Companies, and WWD Beauty Inc’s Power Brands of 2024, underscoring its leadership in the beauty industry and outstanding workplace. These accolades highlight our dedication to being a leading brand in the beauty industry and an exceptional workplace. 

What You’ll Do

We are looking for a proactive and hands-on HR Generalist – EMEA to join our International People Experience team.

Reporting to the Director, HRBP – EMEA & UK, you will play a key role in supporting HR operations and our employees and business leaders across the EMEA region, while acting as the primary HR Operations contact for our French legal entity.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where priorities evolve quickly and where no two days are the same!

We are looking for someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building processes from scratch, and is eager to grow into a broader HR Business Partner role over time.

What You’ll Be Working On

Employee Lifecycle & HR Operations

  • Manage the full employee lifecycle in France and across EMEA: onboarding, contract administration, changes, leaves, offboarding
  • Draft and manage employment contracts, amendments, and HR documentation in compliance with local labor laws
  • Ensure accurate and up-to-date employee data in the HRIS (status, reporting lines, documentation…)
  • Coordinate payroll inputs and act as the day-to-day HR contact for payroll provider
  • Manage employee benefits administration for the French population
  • The role may also support employee lifecycle and HR operations activities for the UK population, subject to workload and regional priorities

Employee Relations & Compliance

  • Act as a key contact for employees on HR-related topics, ensuring a supportive and confidential approach
  • Support employee relations cases (absences, performance, disciplinary processes, grievances) in close partnership with the Director HRBP

Works Council (France) – Setup & Ongoing Support

  • Support the setup and implementation of the Works Council (CSE) in France in close partnership with the Director HRBP
  • Assist with the preparation and coordination of works council elections, timelines, and required documentation
  • Support the Director HRBP in managing relationships with employee representatives
  • Prepare operational materials for works council meetings

Recruitment

  • Support recruitment activities across EMEA in coordination with the Talent Acquisition Team, the Director HRBP and Hiring Managers
  • Ensure recruitment and onboarding processes are consistently applied and compliant with local regulations

Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Support

  • Support compensation and benefits administration across the region
  • Prepare salary and benefits documentation and ensure accurate implementation
  • Liaise with external benefits providers and payroll partners as needed

HR Processes, Projects & Continuous Improvement

  • Implement and maintain HR processes and policies across EMEA
  • Support HR projects – global and international (HRIS optimization, process standardization, policy rollouts)
  • Support audits, data cleaning, and compliance checks

Stakeholder & Manager Support

  • Provide operational HR guidance to managers on processes, policies, and local requirements
  • Act as a reliable operational partner to the Director HRBP
  • Support change initiatives and organizational updates from an HR operations perspective

 

Must Haves

Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Operations role
  • Experience in a multi-country or international environment (EMEA preferred)
  • Hands-on experience with HRIS, payroll coordination, and employee lifecycle management
  • Exposure to works council topics in France is a strong plus

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong operational HR expertise and attention to detail
  • Solid understanding of employment law principles (French labor law knowledge is a plus)
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, international environment
  • Curious, proactive, reliable and a solution-oriented mindset
  • High level of autonomy and ownership

Languages

  • Fluent English required
  • French required

How You’ll Know You’re a Fit

  • You enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, where priorities evolve and adaptability is key.
  • You are agile, resilient, and comfortable navigating ambiguity. You are able to prioritize effectively, adapt to change, and remain thoughtful and composed in an evolving environment.
  • You are curious, eager to learn, and motivated to step outside your comfort zone.
  • You feel comfortable working in an international and multicultural context
  • You have strong communication and collaboration skills, with a positive and approachable attitude that helps build trust across teams.
  • You enjoy being a visible and reliable HR presence for employees.
  • You are a true brand ambassador, aligned with Sol de Janeiro’s values and committed to contributing to a positive, inclusive, and high-quality employee experience.

#LI-Hybrid

Why Sol de Janeiro?

  • Competitive salary and bonus program for full-time team members
  • Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth
  • Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality
  • The chance to be part of a fast-growing, award-winning global beauty brand

 The information contained herein is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee, as these may change or new ones may be assigned at any time. 

Sol de Janeiro is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. 

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People Experience Team at careers@soldejaneiro.com. 

https://soldejaneiro.com/pages/privacy-policy-sol-de-janeiro

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