As HR Business Partner, you will play a central role in managing all core HR activities for the Porto Support Office. This position requires a hands-on professional with strong operational experience across the full HR areas, including recruitment, employee relations, contract management, compliance, training, and day-to-day HR administration.
Client Details
Our client is an international industrial group currently investing in Portugal, with the establishment of a new manufacturing facility in the country and a Support Office in Porto.
Description
* Support the setup and implementation of all core HR processes within the Support Office (employment contracts, onboarding, payroll coordination, time management, etc.);
* Create and maintain HR documentation, policies, and procedures in compliance with local labor legislation;
* Establish internal HR systems and ensure proper HR data management and reporting;
* Develop employee files, databases, and templates from the ground up;
* Manage full-cycle recruitment for the Support Office and the Factory, from defining job requirements to onboarding new employees.
* Contribute to workforce planning and ensure timely staffing to support operational ramp-up;
* Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers on HR-related topics;
* Manage employment contracts, amendments, terminations, and ensure compliance with Portuguese labor law;
* Liaise with external legal advisors, payroll providers, and public authorities;
* Promote a positive and collaborative working environment aligned with company culture and values;
Profile
* Minimum 8 years of professional experience in HR, preferably in an industrial or shared services environment;
* Proven experience in building HR structures or teams from scratch;
* Strong knowledge of Portuguese labor law and HR operational processes;
* Hands-on, pragmatic, and able to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment;
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a service-oriented mindset;
* Fluent in English (written and spoken); Portuguese required.
Job Offer
* Opportunity to work within a development sector;
* Collaborative and professional work environment.