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Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
LOCATION: London or Milan - hybrid
This role may be based in London or Milan and offers a hybrid working model.
DEPARTMENT
At Vantage, we’re on a transformational journey — and our People & Culture (P&C) team is right at the heart of it. As part of our EMEA growth strategy, our dynamic P&C team of 10 professionals is evolving to support the rapid expansion of our workforce, which currently stands at 1191 across the region.
We are now looking for a proactive, people-focused HR Generalist to join our central service delivery team and help shape the future of HR support across EMEA.
POSITION OVERVIEW
This pivotal role sits at the core of our EMEA People & Culture function. You’ll be a key player in driving high-quality HR service delivery, providing Operational HR support as well as supporting change management projects and activities across EMEA, working closely with local P&C Managers and HR Business Partners.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & DUTIES
Operational HR Support: Manage the employee lifecycle — from recruitment to onboarding, performance management, and offboarding.
Employee Relations: Be a trusted point of contact for employees and managers; support employee relation cases with a unified, thoughtful approach.
Compliance: Support country managers in ensuring that all HR practices comply with local labor laws and company policies.
Culture & Engagement: Help drive a positive workplace culture through employee relations, engagement activities, and employee feedback programs.
HR Administration: Maintain accurate employee records and streamline HR systems and tools.
Change Management: Support delivery of transformation and change initiatives across the business.
Data & Insights: Provide reports and data to support strategic business decision-making.
Solid experience in a generalist HR role, preferably within the EMEA region — experience in the UK is essential, Italy is highly desirable, and experience in other countries such as Switzerland, Poland, Luxembourg, and South Africa is a plus.
Strong understanding of local employment law and HR policies
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
High level of discretion and empathy when handling sensitive matters
Analytical mindset to assess HR risks and make informed decisions
Proven success in employee relations and managing complex ER cases
Experience of proactively embedding legislation changes/requirements in the organization
Experience of partnering with L&D function to create learning interventions for upskilling leaders/line managers
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field
Additional certifications in HR or employment law are a plus
Fluency in English is essential; Italian or German language skills are a strong advantage
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a forward-thinking, multicultural team dedicated to making a real impact. This is more than just an HR role — it’s an opportunity to shape the future of our organization during a time of exciting growth and change.
If you’re ready to make a difference and want to be part of a team within a regional EMEA function, we’d love to hear from you!
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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
