HR Manager (Southern Europe)

About Us
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
AI at SharkNinja
At SharkNinja, we're building an AI-native culture. We're not waiting for the future; we're creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what's possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn't been invented yet, you'll fit right in.
Role overview
The HR Manager (Southern Europe) will be instrumental in providing expert HR advice and guidance across employee lifecycle experiences including onboarding, offboarding, probation periods, maternity, sickness absence and performance management. They will be a local specialist, designing and implementing People local operations to fit within the global frameworks, as well as working with business stakeholders and HR Business Partners on local execution of the functional People strategies.
Here are some of the EXCITING things you'll get to do:
People & Culture Strategy

• Work with the EMEA and global teams to localise People & Culture strategies and tactics to ensure maximum impact and engagement.
• Monitor, analyse and provide insights regarding 'organisational health', People & Culture KPIs and metrics that can form part of the wider EMEA P&C strategies or operational improvements.

Employee Experience

• Second point of contact for HR advice to managers and team members escalating matters to the People Experience Director or HR Business Partner where needed.

• Work with the EMEA payroll, benefits & administration teams to ensure HR administration, benefits, policies and processes are compliant with local laws and regulations, whilst also conveying the SharkNinja's culture and mindset. Responsible for local communication regarding new policies and processes.

• Management of employee relations matters by providing expert advice and guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and local employment laws specific to the countries in their scope. Conduct informal and formal investigations or processes, in a compliant, consistent and fair manner.

• Drive employee engagement initiatives that underpin our culture and that are tailored to the regional needs of the local teams. Organise and participate in regional employee events and activities.

Talent Management

• Employee onboarding, ensuring all new team members understand the SN mindset and how we operate in order to accelerate their impact on the business.

• Development of line manager capability through coaching, mentoring and other management development capabilities.

• Management of key talent management processes, e.g. probation periods and annual performance reviews.
• Facilitate learning activities where appropriate, such as Outrageously Extraordinary Culture connect sessions

Attributes and skills you will bring:

• Can operate autonomously

• Prior experience in an HR Manager role within a regional role, in a large organisation.

• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices for the region - currently Italy and Spain

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in Spanish and Italian

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• High level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive information

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Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don't just raise the bar-we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you'll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join, you're not just part of a company-you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won't just launch products-we'll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at [email protected]