Employee Relations Specialist

About the role

The in Paris serves as the critical guardian of our legal and social compliance framework, ensuring that our ambitious growth never compromises our integrity. You will own the end-to-end management of employee relations matters, providing expert guidance that transforms complex regulations into clear, actionable policies for the entire organization. This role requires a proactive mindset where you identify potential issues before they escalate, designing preventative strategies that protect both our people and our company. You will be the primary liaison with external legal and governmental bodies, navigating the intricacies of French labor law with confidence and precision. Success in this position means you turn regulatory obligations into tools that strengthen our employer brand and support our strategic business objectives. You will leverage your deep expertise in the Code du Travail to build robust processes that enhance operational resilience. Ultimately, this position is about building trust and ensuring that Ogury operates with transparency and legal confidence in one of the world's most regulated markets.

Key facts

What you'll do

Orchestrate the administration of social dialogue mechanisms, managing CSE meetings, union relationships, and local negotiations with strategic foresight.

Conduct rigorous legal research on French labor law and collective agreements to secure the company's position and ensure all practices are fully compliant.

Build and prepare all mandatory social reports, including the BDESE and the Gender Equality Index, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.

Monitor legal developments across France and translate complex regulatory changes into clear alerts and action plans for leadership.

Extend compliance expertise to subsidiary locations by benchmarking legal obligations internationally and coordinating with external counsel to maintain consistent standards.

Own complex HR datasets, maintaining meticulous trackers and delivering insightful analysis to inform strategic decisions on employee relations.

Provide expert guidance on all aspects of the Code du Travail, interpreting its nuances to support managers and employees in their daily responsibilities.

Develop and implement policies and procedures that reinforce Ogury's commitment to a safe, inclusive, and legally sound work environment.

Act as the central point for managing employee relations cases, ensuring every issue is handled with discretion, empathy, and strict adherence to legal requirements.

Champion a culture of constructive social dialogue, fostering honest communication and building lasting trust with all stakeholders.

Identify systemic risks within HR processes and proactively design controls that prevent issues before they arise.

Serve as the primary liaison with government authorities and legal representatives, representing Ogury's interests with professionalism and integrity.

Lead cross-functional initiatives to align employee relations practices with broader business strategies and objectives.

Ensure all documentation and communication related to employment law is precise, up-to-date, and reflects the latest regulatory requirements.

Requirements

You hold a Master's degree in Labor Law (Droit Social) or an equivalent qualification with extensive experience in French employment law.

You possess a thorough command of the Code du Travail and are fully aware of recent reforms and their practical implications for businesses.

You have a proven track record of managing complex employee relations cases and navigating intricate regulatory landscapes.

You are legally authorized to work in France without sponsorship, as this role requires immediate independence in handling sensitive matters.

You demonstrate exceptional analytical rigor, with the ability to manage large datasets and extract meaningful insights under pressure.

You have extensive experience producing mandatory social reports and are intimately familiar with BDESE and gender equality index requirements.

You are fluent in French, both written and spoken, to ensure precise legal drafting and clear internal communication.

You are fluent in English, both written and spoken, to collaborate effectively with international stakeholders and external counsel.

You have a deep understanding of how French labor law applies to multinational companies operating in diverse regulatory environments.

You are meticulous in your attention to detail, ensuring that all legal documents and data analyses are accurate and error-free.

You have the ability to interpret ambiguous situations and apply legal principles to find practical and compliant solutions.

You are comfortable working autonomously and making sound judgments in situations requiring immediate action.

You have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

You are committed to maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and ethical conduct in all aspects of your work.

Nice to have

Experience benchmarking labor laws in multiple international jurisdictions to support Ogury's global operations.

Familiarity with employment law in additional European countries beyond France.

Practical notes

This role is based in Paris.

This engagement is full-time.

This role requires immediate availability.

This role requires legal authorization to work in France without sponsorship.