Head of HR BU Europe - LFS (f/m)

Reporting to the Group HR Director and functionally to the Head of Territory Europe – Limagrain Field Seeds, you will define and lead the HR strategy for Limagrain Field Seeds across Europe (20 countries, 1,800 employees). As a member of the European Management Team, you play a pivotal role in driving organizational effectiveness, talent development, cultural transformation, and employee engagement to support sustainable business growth.

Main Goal

• Strategic Leadership: Design and implement HR strategy aligned with Group vision and business priorities.
• HR Operations: Oversee all HR activities including recruitment, talent management, compensation & benefits, labor relations, and compliance.
• Cultural Transformation : Promote diversity & inclusion, foster engagement, and lead change initiatives.
• Team Leadership: Manage and develop the European HR team (8 direct reports), ensuring agility and high performance.
• Performance & Compliance: Monitor KPIs, optimize HR processes, and ensure adherence to local regulations and Group policies.
• Social Dialogue: Maintain positive labor relations and manage negotiations with employee representative bodies.
• Communication & Safety: Support internal communication and reinforce safety culture across the organization.

The duties described above constitute the main responsibilities of the position. They are not exhaustive and may change depending on the needs of the company.

What we expect of you

• Education: Master’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years in HR leadership roles within international and matrix organizations.

Skills:

• Comprehensive HR expertise (recruitment, C&B, employee relations, development).
• Strong leadership and ability to influence at all levels.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Languages: Fluent in English and French.
• Personal Attributes: Strategic thinker, results-driven, adaptable, customer-focused, and change leader.

Your benefits and working environment

• A strategic role within the European Executive Committee.
• The opportunity to shape HR transformation in a multicultural environment.
• A collaborative, innovative, and purpose-driven culture.
• A dynamic international context within a cooperative group committed to sustainable agriculture.

The Limagrain Group is an employer that respects diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.