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Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 3:2) | Part-time option available
Contract: Fixed-Term (3rd November 2025 – February 2027)
We’re seeking a proactive, communicative, and highly organised HR professional to join our dynamic EMEA HR team. This fixed-term maternity cover offers a rare opportunity to work in a hands-on, international HR business partnering role—delivering meaningful impact across the UK, Spain, and Sweden.
Reporting directly to our
EMEA HR Director located in France, you’ll be an integral part of a collaborative HR community, supporting employees and managers on a broad range of HR activities—from onboarding and employee relations to visa & immigration, benefits, and day-to-day HR administration.
This role is ideal for an experienced HR professional who enjoys working hands-on with people at all levels of an organisation, thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and values the variety of a broad generalist role.
It will particularly appeal to someone seeking international HR exposure, potentially looking for flexibility around part-time working, and the opportunity to be part of a supportive, collaborative team and playing a visible role in shaping the employee experience.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a close-knit, supportive HR team with a strong EMEA footprint
- Enjoy flexibility — part-time (80% capacity) option available with a Monday–Thursday schedule
- Gain international exposure partnering with diverse teams across EMEA
- Make a visible impact in a hands-on, business-critical role
Your Key Responsibilities
HR Partnering & Support (70%)
- Act as a trusted first point of contact for HR queries across the UK, Spain & Sweden
- Lead clear, proactive communication on HR initiatives and organisational changes
- Coach managers on employee relations, engagement, and organisational development
- Support recruitment and onboarding to deliver a seamless new hire experience
- Oversee employee records and contracts, ensuring full compliance with local regulations
- Partner with Finance for accurate payroll processing
- Ensure consistent HR practices in collaboration with our global HR colleagues
- Manage visa & immigration processes, including compliance and timely stakeholder updates
- Lead professional, empathetic exit processes for all employee departures
Benefits Management (15%)
- Partner with the Global Benefits Manager and external providers on UK benefits programmes
- Respond to employee benefit queries, ensuring effective delivery of benefits
HR Data Management & Reporting (15%)
- Maintain accurate HR data and personnel records in line with GDPR and local legislation
- Provide data reports and insights to support informed HR decisions
- Collaborate with IT and other departments to optimise HR systems and processes
Required
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
- CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent)
- Minimum 5 years’ broad HR experience, ideally in an international setting
- Strong working knowledge of HR policies, employment law, and benefits
- Excellent organisational, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Proven ability to handle sensitive information with integrity
Preferred
- Experience with continuous improvement and quality processes
- Confident working across cultures and with remote colleagues
- Solution-focused mindset with high attention to detail
What We Offer
At Semtech, your growth is our priority. We’re committed to fostering your career through meaningful work, a collaborative environment, and opportunities to learn and lead.
We reward initiative and performance with competitive compensation and real career development prospects.
Our Benefits Include
- Competitive base salary
- 25 days’ annual leave plus public holidays (with service-related increases)
- Company Pension Scheme with employer contributions
- Bonus scheme
- Life Assurance & Income Protection Insurance
- Private Medical Insurance (including family cover options)
- Health Cash Plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme & flexible salary sacrifice benefits (e.g., dental, tech)
Your Career with Semtech
Innovation starts with people. At Semtech, we’re committed to your professional development—offering access to mentorship, continuous learning, and a collaborative, idea-rich environment.
Join us—and help build the future of connectivity. Together.
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