HR Manager

Our client in a niche field is searching for an HR Manager to join their team. Reporting directly to the COO, the chosen candidate will be responsible for:  

• Design and implement recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
• Manage the full recruitment process, including job postings, interviews, selection, and onboarding.
• Collaborate with department heads to define staffing needs and create job descriptions.
• Foster a positive work environment and handle employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and performance management.
• Serve as a key HR contact for employee-related inquiries and issues.
• Implement and oversee the performance appraisal process.
• Identify training and development needs in collaboration with department heads.
• Provide coaching and support to managers on performance management and employee development.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, and payroll administration.
• Conduct compensation benchmarking to ensure industry competitiveness.
• Manage relationships with benefits providers and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures.
• Conduct audits to ensure HR practices meet legal requirements.
• Identify and address employee training needs.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive training program, including in-house and external opportunities.
• Promote continuous learning and professional development across the organization.
• Partner with senior leadership on organizational change and development initiatives.
• Support the development of a strong company culture aligned with organizational values and mission.
• Maintain accurate HR records and manage HR systems.
• Prepare and analyze HR metrics for senior management reporting.
• Use data to inform HR strategy and decision-making.

• Fluency in Maltese and English both spoken and written is a must
• Strong administrative, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Must be resourceful and attentive, with the ability to work independently and in team
• Must be proactive with a hands-on approach and open to new systems and processes

• Qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field
• At least 3-5 years of local experience in the same role with a large/corporate entity is a MUST.

• Phone allowance