HR Manager, UK and Ireland

For more than 40 years Verifone has established a remarkable record of leadership in the electronic payment technology industry. Verifone has one of the leading electronic payment solutions brands and is one of the largest providers of electronic payment systems worldwide. Verifone has a diverse, dynamic and fast-paced work environment in which employees are focused on results and have opportunities to excel. We take pride in working with leading retailers, merchants, banks, and third-party partners to invent and deliver innovative payment solutions globally. We strive for excellence in our products and services, and are obsessed with customer happiness. Across the globe, Verifone employees lead the payments industry through experience, innovation, and an ambitious spirit. Whether developing the next platform of secure payment systems or exploring new markets for electronic payments, our team is dedicated to the success of our customers, partners, and investors. This passion for innovation drives each employee towards personal and professional success.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic HR Manager to oversee all human resources aspects for Verifone’s UK and Ireland operations. This role involves driving HR strategies, managing employee relations, ensuring compliance with local labor laws, and supporting leadership in building a high-performing organization. The HR Manager will act as a strategic partner, collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance employee engagement and business success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement HR initiatives aligned with Verifone’s global and regional strategies to attract, retain, and develop the workforce, in line with the overall business direction.
• Drive employee morale and development actions.
• Build strong relationships with key leaders and managers, fostering trust and collaboration.
• Counsel, coach, and train local managers and employees. Be visible through regular site visits.
• Ensure adherence to employment laws and regulations, implementing HR best practices to mitigate risks.
• Maintain practical, updated, and well-communicated HR policies to support local compliance and business goals.
• Provide insights and practical advice based on knowledge of local employment law and its application, supporting a rapidly changing business environment.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to understand local talent availability. Assist in HR administration regarding local hiring laws and processes.
• Establish and conduct onboarding and training programs for new hires.
• Collaborate with Total Rewards to review and maintain benefits programs, including compensation, providing country-specific knowledge.
• Promote a culture of feedback and performance excellence through goal-setting, appraisals, and development programs.
• Support leadership in career development initiatives.
• Identify, escalate, and resolve human capital issues proactively within the matrix structure.
• Support organizational change communication and engagement efforts.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (CIPD preferred).
• Minimum 8+ years of HR management experience within a multinational organization, preferably in technology or payments industries.
• Strong knowledge of UK and Ireland employment laws and HR best practices.
• Fluent in English; additional languages advantageous.
• Deep knowledge of HR functions such as pay & benefits, recruitment, training & development.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HRMS (Workday experience is a plus), with data-driven decision-making skills.
• Ability to build relationships with senior leaders and employees across functions.
• Hands-on approach, balancing strategic thinking and operational execution.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, effective in a fast-changing environment.
• Proactive, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong ethics and reliability to gain credibility at all organizational levels.

Our Commitment:

Verifone is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We also ensure compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.