Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeAt QBE, our purpose is to enable a more resilient future.Are you passionate about working for one of the world’s largest insurers that offers excellent opportunities to grow your career and with offices in 28 countries?Leveraging our deep expertise and insights, QBE offers commercial, personal and specialty products and risk management solutions to help people and businesses manage risks. Today, we employ more than 12,000 people around the world.QBE Europe SA/NV is headquartered in Brussel and while we are international in our outlook, we are also proudly local in our operations.If you are looking to progress and want to be part of a successful organisation with strong growth ambitions, then read on.Country HR Manager (m/f)The opportunityThis will provide you with a chance to be part of a successful organisation with strong growth ambitions combined with the entrepreneurial spirit of a medium local size company.As part of our development plan there is a need for a dedicated People Country Manager in Belgium. In support of the Head of EO Regional People Services, you will work with the wider International People function and support the head office of QBE Europe SA/NV, part of ‘QBE European Operations’ (EO) to provide high quality support to business managers on People issues and processes.The position will be based in Brussels.Your new role
Successfully manage annual processes for respective business areas (e.g. salary review, annual bonus application, performance management, headcount and people cost budgeting etc..) to ensure effective and compliant application
Help define and implement actions in terms of :
Living the QBE values, Development plans, Coaching, Training, Succession planning, Key people, People Management, Employee Relations, Work environment, Job descriptions & evaluations, Performance management, Merit & Bonus, Recruitment, Retention
Compensation & Benefits: apply the QBE group remuneration policy and support in all local legal requirements (local legislation, tax rulings, sector and company CBA’s where applicable); optimise benefits
For all People related matters, ensure a follow-up of all legal aspects: keep up-to-date with new legislation, anticipate and take all necessary actions
Attract, develop, and retain a high-quality People team in Belgium with the knowledge and skills to deliver excellent People outcomes and service
Acquire business intelligence (by developing knowledge and understanding of business area and its strategies people priorities, issues and challenges) to inform and contribute to the development and alignment of the People service delivery
Define and implement the local People strategy with local management in line with the enterprise
Promote and implement the QBE values and essential behaviours (QBE DNA)
Appropriate deployment, and contribution, to the development of policies, processes and procedures in line with QBE People Strategy, to best meet the needs of the business
Represent the local entity in projects/initiatives to ensure local requirements are understood and successfully implemented.
Coach, educate and support business leaders on ER issues and projects ensuring that practical, flexible and commercial solutions are determined
Build and maintain strong and effective relationships with key internal and external business stakeholders to ensure that service delivery meets the expectation of key business stakeholders
Lead and project manage implementation of People change initiatives within the area of responsibility
Comply with all NBB/FSMA/Lloyds/PRA/FCA requirements where applicable.
Actively undertake personal development to ensure up to date knowledge and skills
Oversee the monitoring and review of processes in order to identified improvements which will enhance efficiency and reflect latest developments and best practice.
Network internally and externally in order to learn from others; sharing knowledge and information to improve performance.
Your profile
Proven experience in a People Country Manager position preferably in Financial Services, ideally in a regulated environment
High level of written and spoken English
Strong Leadership skills
Excellent communicator with strong facilitation, influencing and negotiation skills
Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Excellent presentation skills – oral and written
Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills
Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company
In-depth knowledge of labour law and HR best practices
Change management disciplines
Why QBE? At My BestAt QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that’s why we have created “At My Best”. It’s our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn’t fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It’s in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA - because we know it’s not just what we do that matters, it’s how we do it that makes the difference. In addition to this, we also offer flexible parental leave for both parents and have several employee network groups that support and empower our diverse workforce.At QBE, we view our people as our most precious asset. We understand the importance of fostering a work environment that is responsive to the changing needs of today's workforce. QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation.Inclusion of DiversityWe are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in.We know that diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision making, improves the quality of our delivery and helps us to meet the needs of our customers.We welcome applications from all; including individuals who identify as female, all ethnic backgrounds, and physical and mental abilities.About QBEQBE helps businesses build resilience through risk management and insurance.QBE Europe is part of QBE Insurance Group, one of the world’s leading international insurers and reinsurers and Standard & Poor’s A+ rated. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, QBE’s gross written premium for the year ended 31 December 2021 was US$18.5 billion.As a business insurance specialist, QBE Europe offers a range of insurance products from the standard suite of property, casualty, and motor to the specialist financial lines, marine and energy. All are tailored to the individual needs of our small, medium, and large customer base.Some of the awards QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include;British Claims Awards 2022 Winner - InsurTech AwardInsurance Times Claims Excellence Awards 2022 Winner - Claims Product Solution of the YearWorking Families Best Practice Awards 2021 Finalist for: Best COVID-19 ResponseInsurance Post British Insurance Awards 2022 Shortlisted for: Best Customer Care, Diversity & Inclusion Initiative of the Year 2022, Specialist Insurer of the Year (for Construction), General Insurer of the YearTo find out more about why you should work for QBE, visit our .What next?If you have a passion to contribute to QBE’s vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to APPLY NOW! Simply click the “apply” button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role.Please make the Talent Acquisition team aware should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process.How to Apply:To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.Equal Employment Opportunity:QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
