HR Director – Scale-Up Environment

We’re partnering with a fast-growing, international tech-driven company to hire an HR Director to support its next phase of growth.

This is a key leadership role, working closely with the CEO and leadership team to shape and execute the people strategy in a dynamic, scaling environment.

The position requires a hands-on, pragmatic HR leader who can balance strategic thinking with execution, and operate effectively within the French legal and social framework.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with the CEO and leadership team on all people-related decisions
Design and implement HR frameworks adapted to a scaling organisation
Lead organisational design and support business growth initiatives
Drive performance management and contribute to a strong company culture
Support international expansion (hiring, HR practices, local adaptation)
Manage employee relations within the French legal and social environment (CSE, labour law)
Lead and support change management initiatives (growth, restructuring, leadership evolution)
Build and improve HR processes with a pragmatic, test-and-learn approach
Stay close to the business, supporting key hires and sensitive people topics

Profile

Proven experience in a senior HR leadership role within a scaling environment
Strong track record of building or transforming HR practices in companies under ~200 employees
Hands-on expertise in French labour law and employee relations
International exposure (multi-country hiring, cross-border teams, expansion)
Strong business partnering skills with senior stakeholders
Pragmatic, action-oriented mindset with the ability to operate in ambiguity
Comfortable combining strategy and execution
Languages: French and English required

Base salary: €70-80K or more (depending on location, seniority, and profile)