About the Role
LIXIL is seeking a highly adaptable and strategic HR Business Partner to
drive the People Strategy and manage all operational HR functions
across our dynamic Belgium and UK markets.
This unique role demands a
full-stack HR professional
capable of effortlessly transitioning from deep legal compliance and daily HR administration to high-level strategic influence. You will be the primary HR contact for approximately 90 employees across two offices, reporting directly to the HR Leader, France & Western Europe.
Location:
Zaventem, Belgium (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days home)
Travel:
Regular and essential travel to the UK (approx. once a month)
Key Responsibilities:
The Dual Mandate
Strategic Partnership & People Development
* Managerial Coaching & Leadership:
Act as a trusted coach and partner to local leadership and line managers, empowering them to resolve complex team issues and fostering strong leadership skills within the organization.
* Talent & Engagement Architecture:
Design and deploy concrete
employee engagement action plans
and development initiatives that reinforce LIXIL's culture and enhance retention across both territories.
* Change Management:
Pilot organizational development initiatives and manage change projects to support business growth and maximize efficiency in both the Belgian and UK entities.
* Strategic Deployment:
Drive the local implementation of LIXIL's global HR strategy, including Talent Management, Compensation & Benefits, ensuring alignment with Western Europe objectives.
Operational Excellence & Legal Compliance (Hands-on)
* Day-to-Day HR Management:
Manage all aspects of HR administration and employee lifecycle from hire to exit, ensuring seamless execution of daily HR operations.
* Bicultural Legal Mastery:
Ensure
full and meticulous compliance
with complex Belgian labor law (Contracts, Joint Committees, Social Questions) while competently applying UK employment practices and regulations.
* Payroll & Vendor Liaison:
Act as the main point of contact for external partners (payroll provider, social secretariat, legal counsel) to ensure accuracy and compliance in all HR processes.
* Hybrid Workforce Support:
Oversee and provide HR support for international mobility issues between the Belgian and UK offices and coordinate the smooth operation of the hybrid working policy.
What You'll Bring (The Full-Stack Profile)
* Experience:
Minimum
3-5 years
of progressive HR experience, demonstrating a history of managing both the
strategic narrative
and the
operational detail
.
* Legal Expertise:
Indispensable mastery of Belgian labor law
combined with
operational fluency
in UK employment practices.
* Languages:
Fluency is required
in English, Dutch, and French to effectively manage both markets and senior stakeholders.
* Influence & Adaptability:
Proven ability to influence senior management and translate complex legal and business challenges into simple, actionable HR solutions. You are driven by a
pragmatic, solution-oriented approach
and a focus on continuous improvement.
* Systems:
Experience with HRIS systems (familiarity with SuccessFactors is a plus).
Why Join LIXIL?
This role is for the HR professional who
refuses the dichotomy between strategy and execution
. You will not just report on HR issues; you will be instrumental in defining and building the HR function's future in these two vital European markets.