Company Description

CGG (www.cgg.com) is a global technology and HPC leader that provides data, products, services and solutions in Earth science, data science, sensing and monitoring. Our unique portfolio supports our clients in efficiently and responsibly solving complex digital, energy transition, natural resource, environmental, and infrastructure challenges for a more sustainable future.

With our drive, deep curiosity and understanding of the Earth and its subsurface, we’re uncovering new, more sustainable ways for our clients to meet the needs of their customers and achieve their business and energy transition goals.

Job Description

We are looking for a talented and highly motivated HR Generalist to join our a dynamic HR team, for 15 months FTC to cover maternity leave.

Reporting to the UK HR Operations Partner, the successful candidate for this role will be responsible for providing HR operations support to the HR Business Partners & Business Managers across three key business lines which have complex and specific people needs in a scientific and technical focused environment.

Covering a headcount of around 200 employees, the HR Generalist will be one of the key contacts for employees and a strong partner for the managers with UK based employees, with a strong focal point on performance and continuous development.

Role Responsibilities:

• Working in close collaboration with the HR Business Partners, Managers, and the People Development team to make sure the best expertise and service possible is provided
• Being a competent partner for managers, providing confidential advice and guidance on the people aspects of their business challenges
• Collaborating with the Global HR Business Partners by attending fortnightly meetings to discuss strategic plans, projects and Employee Relations.
• Actively use data and analysis to support with reviewing processes and future planning
• Support with employee engagement and building effective communication being one of the key contacts for employees for their requests related to their career, performance, development, and compensation
• To be able to confidently advise and support managers on the application of CGG’s policies and procedures
• Providing HR support to managers and employees with various employment relation matters in line with current employment law
• Lead on the cascading and communication of the corporate HR initiatives
• Support managers and HR team with yearly cyclical tasks and Talent Reviews
• Lead on People development projects and initiatives
• Collaborate with stakeholders to effectively Implement business reorganisations and restructures
• To promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring that this commitment is reflected in all practices.

This position is full time, 5 days per week (Monday to Friday). Flexible Hybrid Working - up to 3 days at the office / 2 working from home

Qualifications

• CIPD qualified or working towards CIPD accreditation desirable

Skills and Experiences:

• Data analysis and production of associated corrective action plans
• Experience in compensation management (working with market data, providing analysis and support to their decisions for managers)
• Excel proficiency (vlookup, pivot table, advanced formula)
• Critical and analytical thinking and problem solving
• Experience of working within Human Resources and already working as a Senior HR Advisor/Generalist
• Being fluent in English

Person Specification:

• Outstanding service & Customer focus, to identify and understand the needs of the stakeholders, and provide prompt advise and support
• Ability to build and maintain productive stakeholder relationships both internally and externally
• Ability to adapt to the environment and to people
• Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, written and verbal
• Be able to demonstrate high level of self-motivation, as well as the ability to learn quickly and work autonomously
• Strong work ethics

Additional Information

Why work at CGG?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Highly attractive bonus scheme
• Initial 22 days annual leave with future increases, complemented by a flexible buying and selling holiday program
• Company pension with generous employer contribution
• Wellbeing Unmind app – puts you in control of your mental health
• A flexible benefits platform with numerous discount schemes - gym membership, restaurants, cinema tickets, and much more!
• Regular social club events, spontaneous reward events throughout the year
• Cycle purchase scheme
• Flexible Private Medical & Dental care programmes
• Sponsorship of visas/comprehensive relocation packages

We are Flexible

• Flexible Working – through our hybrid working scheme, we offer a flexible blend of home and office working
• Bank Holiday Swap - our holiday swap program allows you to change it for another day of your choice!
• Relaxed dress code policy

Learning and Development

At CGG, you will have the space to grow at the pace of your passion and explore the opportunities available to those who dare and deliver.

Our culture of learning and complementary approach to supported or self-guided career development, enables the design of tailored courses to suit specific needs our employees to aid personal growth in areas related to technical, commercial and personal skills, via an extensive suite of CGG developed courses, managed through our own Learning Hub.

We Care about the Environment

We encourage and actively support a strong sense of community, through volunteering and various company initiatives, as well as a strong company commitment to protecting our environment through sustainable solutions, energy saving and waste reduction enterprises.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.