PX Business Partner Director Italy

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At Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), we know our future success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best talent. Our brands deliver vacations of a lifetime with innovative product offerings, a high level of service and unique guest experiences aboard each vessel and we’re continually seeking applicants who are passionate about hospitality and committed to being their personal best. As you learn more about our company, we think you will agree that there is no better time than now to become a member of the NCLH family!

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• Lead and oversee the PX function across Italian offices, including remote employees.
• Provide strategic direction and expert guidance to senior leadership, managers, and employees on all PX-related matters.
• Ensure full lifecycle employee management, overseeing processes from hiring to offboarding, including contracts, personnel data governance, compliance, and employee documentation.
• Direct and optimize end-to-end talent acquisition strategy, including workforce planning and partnerships with agencies and headhunters.
• Ensure the implementation, governance, and compliance of group-wide regulations, policies, and company agreements in close collaboration with the CE office and global headquarters.
• Lead and implement global PX initiatives at the country level, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals and driving measurable business impact.
• Drive PX development and organizational effectiveness initiatives, including performance management, leadership development, succession planning, and learning strategies.
• Oversee payroll preparation and compensation-related activities, including bonus programs, ensuring accuracy and alignment in partnership with Finance.
• Establish and enhance PX analytics and reporting capabilities, leveraging data to inform strategic decisions and improve organizational performance.
• Ensure compliance with Italian labor laws and regulations, managing complex employee relations and legal matters in collaboration with external counsel.
• Lead continuous improvement of processes related to occupational health and safety, office operations, and insurance management.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external stakeholders, including government authorities, regulatory bodies, and service providers.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, influencing stakeholders to adopt best practices and strategic initiatives.

DEGREE TYPE:

Bachelor's Degree

FIELD(S) OF STUDY:

Economy, Psychology, Human Resources

EXPERIENCE

• Completed studies with a focus on Human Resources Management or Economics or similar.
• At least 7 years’ practical experience in operational HR
• At least 4 years’ experience managing a team
• Mid-size to large publicly traded company experiences strongly preferred.
• Experience in the hospitality, travel, or cruise industry is highly desirable.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

• Very good knowledge in Italian and English, written and spoken
• Secure handling of MS Office applications
• Strong knowledge of Italian labor law
• Knowledge about Italian Payroll
• Proven ability to influence and partner with senior leaders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Certificates in topics such as labor law/payroll/psychology

ABOUT NCLH
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) is a leading global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line®, Oceania Cruises® and Regent Seven Seas Cruises® brands. The combined brands currently operate 32 ships, employ over 35,000 shipboard crew from more than 110 different countries and visit approximately 700 different port destination each year.

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