Job Description

Interim HR Director / HR Consultant (3 months)

Location:

London, France, or Sweden (Hybrid / Flexible across sites, Remote also optional)

Contract:

3 months (with potential extension)

We are seeking an experienced

Interim HR Director / HR Consultant

to support a leading international media and subscription business through a period of strategic transformation. This is a confidential appointment at a critical stage in their growth, following the acquisition of a major European competitor.

The role:

Lead on

harmonisation of employment contracts

across multiple jurisdictions (France, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and the UK), ensuring consistency and fairness in benefits and terms.

Evaluate HR resources and roadmap

, identifying gaps in technology, shared services, and support functions to enable scalable growth. Manage the

integration of circa 200 employees

(c.100 from France and 100 from the acquired business) into the existing group structure. Partner with local HR teams to ensure compliance with

French HR frameworks

, German employment law, Swedish regulations, and Dutch pension requirements. Balance strategic input with hands-on delivery, ensuring acquisitions and integrations are executed smoothly. Act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership while maintaining strict confidentiality.

The profile:

Significant

HR leadership experience

within international, multi-site organisations. Proven expertise in

harmonising contracts and benefits

post-acquisition. Strong working knowledge of

French HR

practices (essential), plus experience with German, Swedish, and Dutch employment issues. Pragmatic, strategic, and hands-on approach -- not a "Head of HR" role, but a senior-level consultant who can drive outcomes. Available to commit for

3 months

(with possible extension).
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the HR framework of a fast-moving media business at a pivotal point in its journey.

If you are a seasoned HR consultant or interim leader with cross-border expertise and proven experience in acquisitions, we would be delighted to hear from you.

The role will be paid on a highly competitive day rate.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: 100.00-1,000.00 per day

Expected hours: 10 - 48 per week

Work Location: Remote