HR Generalist
Pubblicato il 10-10-2026 - Portwest in Turbigo
Overview PORTWEST , a leading global manufacturer of safety wear, workwear and PPE, is currently seeking applications for the position of Regional HR Generalist based in Sulbiate on a permanent basis , reporting to the People Operations Manager . With 1400 styles across more than 20 ranges, we design, manufacture and distribute market leading products globally. Act as the primary HR partner to managers and employees across Italy and France, providing guidance on policies, employment law and best practices Manage the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, agevolazioni administration and employee data management Ensure compliance with local labour laws, statutory requirements and internal policies across both locations Handle employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, performance and absence management Lead HR compliance activities for a growing operation, including audits, reporting and coordination with external advisors Partner with managers on organisational changes,
performance issues and workforce planning across warehouse and sales teams Maintain HR & Payroll systems (Bamboo HR, ADP), ensuring data accuracy Monitor, analyse and report HR metrics, identifying trends and driving continuous improvement Support the Talent Acquisition team with recruitment and hiring activities, particularly for operational roles, ensuring a smooth candidate and onboarding experience Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external providers as necessary (payroll, legal, H&S;) to deliver efficient and consistent HR operations Requirements Degree in HR or related field 3–5 years' experience in an HR role supporting Italian operations Strong knowledge of Italian employment legislation Fluency in Italian and English Proven experience managing employee relations and HR compliance Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment Nice To Have Exposure to French employment law French language skills Experience supporting multi-site or