Company Overview -

TerraCycle is an international leader in innovative sustainability solutions, creating and operating first-of-their-kind platforms in recycling, recycled materials, and reuse.

Operating in 20 countries, including 12 in Europe, TerraCycle works with manufacturers, retailers and end users to implement turnkey recycling programs through a range of public-facing services for hundreds of everyday waste streams that other waste management companies are unable to recycle.

In 2019, TerraCycle introduced Loop - a platform that allows brands, retailers and consumers to move from a disposable to durable supply chain, enabling consumers to responsibly shop for a wide variety of commonly used products in reusable packaging. Since its debut, Loop has developed into the leading global reuse platform and is available in France, the United States and Japan.

TerraCycle and Loop have received hundreds of awards and recognitions and have been highlighted in some of the world's most recognized media outlets, including CNN, Wall St. Journal, Reuters.com, New York Times, Forbes, Time, and thousands of others.

Job Overview

The Manager for People Operations primarily supports TerraCycle’s growing office in Paris, France and provides general HR help to the European business. Working with the larger European People Operations team, this role will focus primarily on HR compliance including local, national, and EU regulations. The ideal candidate will have a high attention to detail, familiarity with labor laws, and be fluent in French.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Responsible for onboarding to offboarding all French employees
  • Oversee and manage full-cycle recruitment process for French positions.
  • Research, and interpret European Labor markets for payroll, insurance, and Finance
  • Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Continuously monitor and review HR policies and processes and implement changes where necessary.
  • Provide proper training and audit services to ensure 100% visa and Passport check compliance.
  • GDPR Management with current and future employees
  • Paylocity – Regular updates (correct Name, Job Title, GDPR, etc)
  • Maintain and evolve company resources for onboarding and training.
  • Managing payroll compliance for all employees
  • Keeping Org Charts updated
  • Review and analyzes compliance monitoring reports (ie, Payroll, GDPR, Training)
  • Support and Manage Employee engagement activities.
  • Other ad-hoc duties

Desired Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience within an HR position
  • Fluent in French - Required
  • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment with changing priorities
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel), Google Apps etc.
  • A problem solver capable of thinking outside the box
  • Solid team player who can collaborate cross-functionally

Compensation/benefits

  • 25 Paid Holiday Days
  • 2 Paid Volunteering Days
  • Quarterly Team Building
  • Company Pension contribution
  • Employee Discount
  • Enhanced Parental Leave
  • Casual and friendly work environment with an open-office space full of up-cycled decor

Start date – ASAP

Please attach your portfolio to your application.

Job description is not all inclusive. TerraCycle reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. TerraCycle is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We can only accept applications from candidates who can prove their eligibility to work in the UK.