Head of People - Romania (Hybrid/Remote)

Head of People Operations (Romania - Hybrid/Remote) Join Besedo and become part of an international team that works every day to make the internet a safer place. Apply now Who are we? Besedo is a global tech company delivering Trust & Safety solutions for online marketplaces worldwide. Each year, we review and moderate more than 500 million pieces of user-generated content and block over 40 million fraud attempts , helping platforms remain safe and trusted for millions of users. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Besedo employs more than 300 people across four international offices in France, Malta, Romania, and Colombia. Our SaaS platform Implio combines advanced AI (deep learning, NLP, computer vision) with intuitive human moderation tools and analytics. The result: a streamlined, powerful solution that helps businesses reduce risks, protect users, and build safer digital experiences. About the Role: As Global Head of People Operations , based in Romania , you will lead and coordinate Besedo’s HR operations across all regions. You will ensure consistent, compliant, and scalable people processes while supporting business goals globally. This role combines strategic ownership with hands‑on execution, covering HR operations, wellbeing, compliance, performance frameworks, and work environment governance. You will work closely with leaders across the organization to strengthen engagement, leadership practices, and Besedo’s global culture – One Besedo . Your Responsibilities: Act as the central point of contact for HR across all countries where Besedo operates. Ensure global consistency in HR policies, procedures, and documentation. Support and coordinate legal compliance in employment practices across all jurisdictions. Liaise with Finance on payroll coordination and related processes. Drive HR reporting and analytics to support business decision‑making. Own responsibility for employee wellbeing and the overall work environment. Shape and reinforce a company culture that enhances engagement, fosters a high‑performing and inclusive workplace, and strengthens a shared sense of global unity . Support management development and the implementation of leadership principles. Work Environment (Physical & Remote) Ensure the global service delivery teams have adequate workplace equipment . Oversee physical office facilities and support effective remote working practices . General Collaborate with key stakeholders to achieve alignment and synergy across the business, in line with company vision and objectives. Undertake additional responsibilities as required to meet business demands and maintain service levels. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise: Strong experience in global HR operations , including multi‑country policy implementation and governance. Solid understanding of employment law and HR compliance across different jurisdictions. Proven ability to manage HR administration processes such as contracts, onboarding/offboarding, performance reviews, and PIPs. Experience partnering with Finance on payroll coordination and people‑related reporting. Analytical mindset with the ability to drive HR reporting and people Analytics . Demonstrated expertise in wellbeing, employee engagement, and work environment initiatives. Strong capability to shape and embed company culture across diverse and distributed teams. Experience supporting leadership development and management frameworks. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills in a global, cross‑functional environment . Comfortable working independently with a hands‑on, solution‑oriented approach in a fast‑paced organization. Fluency in English ; additional languages are a plus. This is a full‑time position based in Iasi, Romania, offering a hybrid working setup. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. Department HR Role Head of HR Locations Romania Remote status Hybrid About Besedo Who we are At Besedo, we protect people where they meet online. Our work helps online businesses keep their communities safe and create experiences built on trust, respect, and care. Our technology does the heavy lifting. We build intelligent tools and train advanced AI models to stop harmful content before it ever reaches the end user. But technology alone isn’t enough. What truly makes the difference is human intelligence. Our moderation experts bring judgment, empathy, and context — the things machines can’t replicate. They review content with care and responsibility, making thoughtful decisions that protect users while preserving what makes the internet open and human. Together, our people and our technology create safer digital spaces. Founded in 2002 Co-workers 300+ Turnover 12 M