HR Manager HQ
Employer · Wizz Air
HR specialistFull-timeHousingBudapest
The HR Manager HQ is responsible for overseeing the strategic and operational delivery of core HR services across the headquarters locations in Budapest and Malta, supporting approximately 700 employees. The role focuses on driving operational excellence through effective goal setting, KPI management, service delivery oversight, and continuous improvement of the employee experience.
Tasks
- Oversee day-to-day headquarters HR operations in Budapest and Malta (approximately 700 employees).
- Lead and coordinate the activities of one internal team member (Payroll Manager) and an outsourced HR administration service provider.
- Strategically and operationally manage HR functions within the HQ region.
- Provide leadership and oversee of employee lifecycle processes and documentation for office-based employees.
- Oversee the delivery and governance of the end-to-end payroll process for office employees.
- Monitor immigration and contracting deliverables within defined deadlines.
- Collaborate with the Compensation and Benefits team regarding legislative changes.
- Define reporting structures, dashboards, and KPIs.
- Prepare regular and ad hoc leadership reports.
- Implement and harmonize service standards, processes, and policies across regions.
- Participate actively in HR projects and develop HR-relevant structures/processes.
- Manage vendor relationships, seeking opportunities for improvement and ensuring SLA compliance.
- Monitor outsourced team performance against SLA deliverables.
- Oversee and participate in disciplinary procedures.
- Act as a trusted Business partner for the HQ employees, including for senior leadership.
- Provide guidance on employee related matters, recruitment / immigration, disciplinary terminations, payroll, labour administration, personal taxation and social security matters.
- Lead, coach, and develop the HR Manager responsible for headquarters HR operations.
Conditions & benefits
Base salary and employee bonus schemeUnlimited number of significantly discounted and confirmed seating ticketsgiving access to a continuously growing network of destinationsRelocation packageif applicableLife insuranceAYCM sport pass contracting possibilityInstant impact and exposure to C-suite managementFast career progression, internal mobility and talent managementsupported by training opportunities (Wizz Academy and bespoke trainings)True international and multi-cultural work environmentpassionate, driven and diverse teams
Requirements
- 4-6+ years of experience with 3+ years of experience in delivering and managing high-quality HR services in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven experience in leading or contributing to cross-functional HR projects, organizational change and process implementation.
- Strong analytical judgement, structured problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and discretion.
- A proactive, hands-on approach and a strong continuous-improvement mindset.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems, combined with a strong interest in digitalization, automation and data-driven HR practices.
- Sound knowledge of employment law, payroll, personal taxation and social security matters.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, Employment Relations or a related field.
- Fluent written and spoken English.