Your mission in the team:

As the Head of People and Culture, France, you will lead the strategic integration of newly acquired entities, Luko and Eurofil, into Allianz Direct’s operating model. Your primary mission is to shape a unified and high-performing organizational culture while ensuring a seamless employee experience across all HR touchpoints. You will be responsible for translating the global People strategy into local execution, aligning structures, systems, and people practices during post-merger integration. This includes harmonizing HR policies, leading change management efforts, and fostering employee engagement throughout the transition

Key Responsibilities :

• Strategic Leadership:

Lead the integration of Luko and Eurofil into Allianz Direct’s operating model, ensuring alignment with global People strategy.
Work hand in hand with the leaders of the organization to shape a unified organizational culture that enhances employee experience and performance.
Drive change management efforts to support post-merger integration and cultural alignment

• Operational Excellence:

Harmonize HR policies and practices to ensure consistency and compliance across entities.
Oversee core people processes such as performance management, learning and development, and talent growth initiatives.
Optimize HR operations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness during the transition

• Works Council (CSE) Management:

- Serve as the primary point of contact between the organization and the works council, fostering a collaborative relationship and ensuring open communication.
- Lead negotiations and consultations with the works council on matters related to employee rights, working conditions, and organizational changes.
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements related to works council operations, including labor laws and collective agreements.
- Mediate and resolve conflicts between management and the works council, ensuring fair and equitable treatment for all parties involved

• Governance:

Establish governance frameworks to manage HR risks and ensure accountability.
Monitor HR performance and provide regular reports to the executive team.
Ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices in HR management

• Innovation & Collaboration:

Foster strong relationships with leadership teams and stakeholders to support integration efforts.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive HR initiatives and support business goals.
Drive innovation by exploring new technologies and business models in HR management.
Stay abreast of industry trends and leverage insights to inform HR decisions.

What is in it for you?

This is an opportunity to join a company in the process of scaling up, working within a close-knit team, and collaborating with Allianz Direct’s European subsidiaries to exchange best practices and address cross-functional challenges. You may also benefit from internal mobility opportunities across the group in Europe.

• Growth and Mobility: Join a fast-growing company, collaborate with Allianz Direct’s European subsidiaries, and explore potential internal mobility across Europe.

• International Team: Be part of a diverse, collaborative team based in our central Paris office (2nd arrondissement).

• Hybrid Work Model: Enjoy flexibility with options for remote work.

• Continuous Learning: Access professional development and training programs.

• Meal Vouchers: Benefit from Swile meal vouchers for a variety of dining options.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance through Alan.

• Paid Time Off: 28 days of vacation plus 9 to 11 RTT days.

• Holiday Bonus: Annual holiday bonus paid in May.

• Pro Bono Days: 6 days per year to volunteer during working hours

• Cross border remote work policy

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Supplementary Pension Plan

• Proven experience in managing social relations and working closely with a Works Council (CSE), ideally in the context of restructure (7 to 10  years)

• Proven experience as a HR executive or similar role (3 to 5 years) in international enviroment.

• Proven track record of successful post-merger integration and cultural alignment

• Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

• Knowledge of HR functions (pay & benefits, recruitment, training & development etc.

• Knowledge of labor laws and disciplinary procedures

• Proficient in MS Office and HR software (e.g. HRIS or HRMS).

• Knowledge of managing employee relations, including conflict resolution and communication