Senior People Business Partner

Job Description

Lightspeed is seeking a Senior People Business Partner for a 12-month maternity cover contract. This role can be based in either Paris or London. The People Business Partner will be the primary contact for people-related projects, collaborating with People & Culture colleagues, stakeholders, and leaders to implement a strategic people plan. They will support the Sales teams in France and the UK, the Enablement team across EMEA, and other departments as needed.

Role Involves:

• Providing strategic HR leadership to business leaders.
• Acting as a trusted advisor and coach to senior leadership.
• Serving as the first point of contact for employee relations matters.
• Leading data-driven discussions with business leaders.
• Partnering with cross-functional stakeholders on core HR programs.
• Leading and contributing to key strategic projects and change initiatives.
• Driving organisational design and workforce planning efforts.
• Supporting managers in their day-to-day responsibilities.
• Collaborating with global P&C partners.
• Acting as a cultural ambassador.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in an HR Generalist and People Business Partner function within a software technology company.
• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related discipline.
• Fluency in French and English.
• In-depth knowledge of French employment law; UK employment law is a plus.
• Experience working on large, global and complex projects.
• Superb communication, coaching, and influencing skills.
• Keen interest in Diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Exceptional relationship building skills.
• Out of the box thinker with a strong desire to bring in metrics and insights.

Lightspeed offers:

• A flexible work environment.
• Genuine career opportunities.
• A team environment where you can make a real impact.

Lightspeed is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free workplace.