Administrative and HR Manager

SLR has a great opportunity for an Administration and HR Manager to join its busy team based in Grenoble

What will you be doing?

About the role As part of a team of 30 people, and reporting to the Managing Director of SLR Consulting France, you will lead on all aspects of Administration, Human Resources and Finance for our operations in France - working closely with SLR's UK Shared Services team who manage these aspects. With integrations of other businesses joining SLR via acquisitions, this is a key role to ensure smooth day to day operation of our business within France. The position is a permanent contract, based in Grenoble, as part of the SLR Consulting France team. This team works on technical, environmental and social studies for major infrastructure and mining projects in Africa, Asia, South America and Eastern Europe.

In this highly versatile position, you will be responsible for the following day-to-day tasks:

• Human Resources Management:Employee Relations: Handle employee grievances, mediate conflicts, consult and collaborate with the CSE, and ensure a positive work environment.
• Compensation and Benefits: Manage payroll, benefits, and ensure compliance with France labour laws.
• Compliance: Ensure the organization adheres to all employment laws and regulations, including the SYNTEC Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Recruitment and Staffing: Oversee the hiring process, from job postings and interviews to onboarding new employees, promotions, redundancies.
• Training and Development: Organize training programs to enhance employees' skills and career development.

• Administrative & Financial Management:Leadership: Provide leadership and direction to the administrative staff, including mentoring, professional development, and performance management.
• Compliance: Develop and implement company policies and procedures to improve efficiency and compliance. Ensure adherence to local and international financial regulations, including tax laws and corporate governance standards.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to optimize administrative workflows and productivity.
• Coordination with Group Shared Services: Collaborate with the SLR Europe finance team to ensure consistency in financial practices and reporting across the group. Liaise and assist SLR Shared Services (People, IT, Legal, Finance, Health& Safety) in implementing and improving support provided to SLR France staff. Help manage relationships with Banks, Insurance companies, Leasing companies and similar
• Government Relations: Manage relationships with French governmental agencies and institutions, including tax authorities and legal bodies, to ensure compliance and effective communication.

About us

SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a

company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day’s annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life.

What you will need

With experience gained in a similar role, we would expect you to be able to demonstrate:

• Fluent French and strong English – most of the work to be completed will be in English, but French will be needed to communicate with suppliers, authorities and some clients.
• Proven experience in financial and/or human resources management, preferably within an international group providing services. Experience in the French market is essential.
• Good knowledge of French administration processes and laws, particularly around tax, office management, and labour laws
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft package, in particular Excel and Word.
• Master’s degree in human resources, finance, accounting, or a related field.

Culture & Inclusion at SLR

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently under-represented at SLR, such as people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent.

Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR.

SLR Commitment – All applicants with a disability who meet the essential requirements for the job will be guaranteed an interview in line with our Disability Confident Committed status.