Human Resources Lead

Job description

**Setup**: Warsaw Metropolitan area (flexible hybrid) Our client is a leading European distributor and market developer in the premium surfaces and architectural materials sector. Operating across multiple countries, the company partners with globall manufacturers to bring quartz, sintered stone, and solid surface solutions to the European market. Driven by customer insight, design trends, and a commitment to quality, the organization has established itself as a key player in the industry. As **HR Lead**, you will take ownership of the full HR function across multiple countries, with a primary focus on recruitment and onboarding, while coordinating local HR teams in Ukraine, Poland, and other markets across Europe and Central Asia. You will build scalable HR processes, drive talent acquisition, and ensure every new hire integrates successfully into the organization. This is a strategic yet hands-on role for an experienced HR professional who combines people-first thinking with operational discipline and a genuine passion for building high-performing teams. **Key Responsibilities** - Own the full recruitment cycle: sourcing, attracting, evaluating, and retaining talent across all markets. - Design and implement a structured onboarding system, ensuring smooth role entry and probationary period completion for every new hire. - Plan and manage employee integration timelines, providing hands-on support throughout the adaptation process. - Coordinate local HR specialists across countries, ensuring aligned processes and consistent standards. - Manage core HR processes: recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluation, and employee development. - Oversee HR documentation, reporting, and compliance with local labor regulations in each market. - Identify and mitigate HR risks; manage conflict resolution and employment-related legal matters. - Develop internal communications and foster a strong, cohesive team culture across geographies. - Design and optimize compensation, motivation, and retention programs. - Build employee competency frameworks, training initiatives, and talent pipeline development. - Align individual employee goals with overall business objectives. **Candidate Profile** - 5+ years of HR experience with a strong track record in recruitment and onboarding. - Prior experience managing or coordinating HR teams across multiple locations is a strong advantage. - Deep knowledge of the full recruitment cycle and modern talent sourcing methods. - Structured and process-oriented, able to build systems from scratch and optimize existing ones. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively across cultures and time zones. - Comfortable navigating labor law requirements in different jurisdictions. - Proactive, organized, and results-driven, able to balance strategic thinking with day-to-day execution. - Higher education in HR, Psychology, Law, or a related field. - Strong English and Polish language skills, complemented by fluency in Ukrainian or Russian to effectively engage the candidate pools and markets this role serves. - Readiness for occasional business travel to support local HR teams and onboarding processes across multiple countries. **What the Company Offers** - Full ownership of the HR function across an international, multi-market organization. - Direct impact on company culture, talent quality, and business growth. - Opportunity to build HR infrastructure and processes from the ground up. - Collaborative leadership and a culture that values initiative and continuous improvement. - Career growth within a rapidly expanding European company.