Human Resources Manager, EMEA

Company Description:

Anaergia (TSX: ANRG) is a global leader in offering sustainable solutions for the production of clean energy and the conversion of waste streams to resources. Through a proven portfolio of proprietary technological solutions, Anaergia maximizes the generation of renewable energy, diversion of waste from landfill and reduction of greenhouse gases for customers across the municipal, industrial, commercial and agricultural sectors. Headquartered in Burlington, ON, and through its multiple subsidiaries across North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia, Anaergia is trusted at more than 1,600 installations globally.

Job Overview

The Human Resources Manager, EMEA will provide hands-on, operational HR support across the EMEA region, with primary focus on Italy, the European Union, and South Africa. This role is responsible for the day-to-day administration of HR activities, employee lifecycle management, and ensuring full compliance with Italian labor law, EU employment directives, and local employment regulations.

Operating within a lean HR team with one direct report, this position requires a high degree of autonomy and direct involvement in HR administration, while also supporting regional leadership and aligning with Anaergia’s global HR policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Personally manage and administer core HR operations for EMEA, including hiring, onboarding, employment contracts, contract amendments, role changes, leaves of absence, and terminations.
• Draft, issue, and maintain employment documentation and HR records, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with GDPR and local data protection requirements.
• Coordinate payroll inputs, benefits administration, and statutory reporting with local payroll providers and internal finance teams.
• Serve as the primary HR contact for EMEA employees and managers, handling day-to-day inquiries related to policies, benefits, payroll, and employment conditions.
• Independently manage employee relations matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, grievances, investigations, and termination processes, in accordance with local labor laws.
• Monitor and ensure ongoing compliance with Italian, EU, and South African employment regulations, and support updates to policies and practices as required.
• Support and implement regional HR initiatives related to workforce planning, performance management, employee engagement, and talent development.
• Oversee immigration and work authorization processes for EMEA employees, as required.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight to regional HR team, ensuring accurate and timely execution of assigned tasks.
• Collaborate with Global HR to ensure consistency of HR policies, processes, and reporting across regions.
• Oversee regional HR budget
• Develop and maintain training program, including compliance and technical trainings
• Oversee Health & Safety requirements for employees, including suitability checks and site necessities
• Be the point of contact for labour consultants, recruitment headhunters and H&S consultant

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong working knowledge of Italian and EU employment law
• Proven experience in a hands-on HR role in Italy; supporting multiple countries or locations preferred.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and discretion in handling sensitive matters.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• At least five years of human resource management experience