HR BUSINESS PARTNER (CEE) - 18-Month Contract (Maternity leave)
HUMAN RESOURCES / BUSINESS PARTNERING
CEE Region
As our HR Business Partner CEE, you will act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, shaping and driving the people agenda across the market while ensuring effective execution of core HR processes aligned with Coty’s business and people priorities.
THE ROLE
OPTIMIZE, ENABLE, EMPOWER!
As our HR Business Partner CEE, you play a critical role in partnering with leaders to deliver business outcomes through strong people solutions. You will balance strategic HR partnership with hands‑on delivery, covering talent, performance, rewards, employee relations, and HR operations in a fast‑paced commercial environment.
You will be reporting to the HR Director CEE, and you will manage:
1. Business Partnership & Change Support
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Partner with market leadership teams to support execution of business strategy
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Advise managers on organizational design, workforce planning, engagement, and change management
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Translate global HR initiatives into pragmatic, effective local execution
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Act as a strategic sparring partner on people‑related decisions
2. Talent, Performance & Development
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Lead and support performance management and talent review cycles
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Drive succession planning and development discussions
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Coach managers on goal setting, feedback, development plans, and performance improvement actions
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Support internal mobility, promotions, and career development across the market
3. Reward & Workforce Management
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Support annual compensation cycles (merit, bonus, promotions) in line with global guidelines
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Partner with Rewards and Finance on pay equity, benchmarking, and off‑cycle changes
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Monitor attrition, vacancies, and workforce risks, proactively proposing actions
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Support workforce planning and organizational changes
4. Employee Relations & Compliance
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Manage employee relations topics in compliance with local labor law and Coty policies
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Support disciplinary processes, grievances, absence management, and exit processes
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Act as escalation point for sensitive people matters within the market
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Ensure consistent and fair application of HR policies
5. HR Operations & Systems
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Ensure accurate execution of HR processes in MCT / People Connect (hires, job changes, promotions)
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Partner with HR Operations / Shared Service Centers to ensure high‑quality service delivery
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Maintain accurate employee data, reporting, and documentation
YOU ARE A COTY FIT
As a business‑driven HR professional, you thrive in a hands‑on, international environment and enjoy working closely with leaders to drive impact.
Your skills and experience include:
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University degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field
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3–5 years of experience in an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist role
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Strong knowledge of local labor law and employee relations
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Experience partnering closely with business leaders in a commercial environment
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Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder‑management skills
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Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution
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High level of integrity, confidentiality, and ownership
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Very good command of English
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Experience across multiple CEE countries is an advantage
If you’re ready to shape people decisions and drive business success, we want you on our team!
WHAT WE OFFER
This role offers strong visibility and impact within Coty’s CEE organization.
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Business‑driven HR role with real influence on leadership decisions
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International and dynamic working environment
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Opportunity to shape and implement people strategy at market level
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Hybrid working model
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Inclusive culture rooted in fearless kindness
ABOUT US
Our people make us who we are. At Coty, we celebrate diversity, fearless kindness, and bold thinking—creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their authentic self.