HR Generalist

Our client is looking to onboard an experienced and proactive HR Generalist to oversee the full employee lifecycle. This role serves as the primary on-site HR representative, responsible for local HR operations and supporting franchise-wide coordination across multiple functions.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, highly organised, and able to balance day-to-day operational tasks with broader strategic objectives. This role requires strong knowledge of Maltese labour law, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset to effectively partner with stakeholders across different locations.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary HR point of contact, overseeing all HR activities in compliance with local employment legislation
• Manage the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, contract creation, internal transfers, offboarding, and conducting exit interviews
• Maintain accurate employee records, documentation, and HRIS data, including monitoring sick leave and vacation balances
• Support monthly payroll preparation and related documentation in partnership with the Finance team
• Develop and implement local HR policies and procedures in alignment with ICFR standards and broader group requirements
• Provide guidance and support to employees on workplace matters, wellbeing, and HR processes
• Coordinate with local authorities and legal advisors to ensure full adherence to Maltese labour regulations
• Represent Malta HR in cross-functional discussions, ensuring local considerations are effectively communicated at both Franchise and Group levels
• Serve as a connector between Malta and HR teams oversees, promoting consistency in HR practices while tailoring approaches to local requirements
• Coordinate recruitment activities with the central Recruitment Hub, conducting HR interviews and assessing cultural fit
• Provide HR onboarding support for international relocations, offering settling-in guidance and managing cross-border coordination
• Act as the Performance Review Process Owner, overseeing the annual appraisal cycle through scheduling, documentation, communications, and system management
• Contribute to the alignment and harmonisation of HR policies and procedures across both offices, helping build a more integrated and scalable HR function

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an HR Generalist or HR Coordinator position, ideally within an international or fast-paced environment
• Solid understanding of Maltese employment law, experience supporting HR processes in Germany is an advantage
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple HR workflows independently while contributing to broader strategic goals
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, communicate effectively, and handle sensitive information confidentially
• Highly organised, process-driven, and proactive, with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable collaborating within hybrid and distributed teams
• Experience with or willingness to learn HiBob (HRIS) and other CRM systems

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Flexibility

Job Reference: WI010