HR Manager - Podgorica

Hey there! 

We're Fortuna Entertainment Group, and we’re excited to share why we’re a team worth joining. 

Who We Are? 

Founded in 1990, FEG is a top player in the betting and gaming industry. We proudly serve millions of customers across seven European countries – Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, and Lithuania – with our Business Intelligence operations based in India and two hubs in London and Madrid. 

Why Join Us? 

You’ll be part of a team that embraces bold ideas and delivers on its promises. We’re committed to providing exceptional betting and gaming experiences tailored to our customers’ needs, bringing fun and games to them. We also know that behind these experiences is a great team, which is why we invest in and value each of our colleagues. 

Where We Work? 

Our vibrant Podgorica office, located in the heart of Montenegro, is where ambitious ideas, collaboration, and innovation come together. Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, modern workspaces, great coffee, fresh snacks, and a supportive team culture where talented colleagues work hard, celebrate successes, and make every day enjoyable. Based in one of the Balkans' most beautiful countries, our office combines professional growth with a relaxed Mediterranean spirit.

Current Opportunity 

Right now, we´re seeking a HR Manager in Podgorica. You would be responsible for leading and developing the local Human Resources function and ensuring the effective implementation of Group HR strategy, policies, processes and initiatives within the country.

The role acts as a strategic business partner to local management, supports business performance through effective people management, ensures compliance with local labor legislation and internal policies, and drives a high-performance culture focused on employee engagement, talent development and organizational effectiveness.

Oversee the full employee lifecycle and leads all HR activities for both office-based and frontline employees.

What You’ll Be Doing: 

Strategic HR Leadership

• Translate Group HR strategy into local people plans and ensure their successful execution.
• Partner with local management to align people initiatives with business objectives.
• Act as a trusted advisor and HR Business Partner to senior leaders and managers.
• Drive organizational effectiveness, workforce planning and change management initiatives.
• Promote company culture, values and employee engagement.
• Ensure implementation and continuous improvement of HR policies, processes and standards.

Organizational Design & Workforce Planning

• Lead organizational design and workforce planning activities.
• Analyse workforce needs and supports optimal organizational structures.
• Monitor headcount development and labour cost efficiency.
• Contribute to personnel budgeting, forecasting and people cost management.
• Support organizational changes, restructurings and workforce optimization initiatives.

Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding

• Contribute to creation and execute recruitment and selection strategies.
• Ensure efficient, high-quality and compliant hiring processes.
• Lead employer branding initiatives to support attraction of top talent.
• Monitor recruitment effectiveness and workforce availability.

Onboarding & Employee Lifecycle Management

• Ensure effective onboarding and integration of new employees.
• Oversee all key employee lifecycle processes.
• Promote positive employee experience throughout employment.

Performance & Talent Management

• Lead implementation of performance management processes and tools.
• Support managers in setting goals, providing feedback and developing employees.
• Drive talent identification, succession planning and talent reviews.
• Promote a performance-oriented culture across the organization.

Learning & Development

• Define and implement local learning and development priorities.
• Identify capability gaps and support workforce development.
• Ensure effective implementation of leadership, functional and professional development programs.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and growth.

Compensation, Benefits & Rewards

• Implement compensation and benefits policies in line with Group guidelines and local market conditions.
• Support salary reviews, bonus schemes and reward programs.
• Monitor market competitiveness and internal equity.
• Ensure effective employee motivation and retention practices.

Employee Relations & HR Advisory

• Build positive employee relations and maintain constructive workplace dialogue.
• Provide guidance and consultancy to managers and employees on people-related matters.
• Support resolution of employee issues, grievances and disciplinary matters.
• Cooperate with employee representatives or trade unions where applicable.

HR Operations, Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with local labour legislation, social security requirements and company policies.
• Oversee personnel administration, payroll governance and HR data integrity.
• Ensure accurate HR reporting and fulfilment of statutory obligations.
• Support internal and external audits and implement corrective actions where required.
• Ensure compliance with data protection, Occupational health & safety and other applicable regulations.

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Lead employee engagement initiatives and action plans.
• Analyse engagement and retention indicators and implement improvement actions.
• Promote effective communication, collaboration and organizational culture.
• Support the implementation of Group culture and values initiatives, ensuring alignment with and reinforcement of the local organizational culture and employee experience.

HR Team Leadership

• Lead and develop HR team members.
• Foster a high-performing, collaborative and customer-oriented HR function.
• Ensure effective allocation of responsibilities and continuous capability development within the HR team.

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with local and Group stakeholders.
• Cooperate closely with Finance, Legal, Operations and other business functions.
• Ensure alignment between local HR practices and Group standards.

Other

• Lead the deployment of Group HR strategies, policies, and processes while shaping and executing local HR strategies that address market, business, and workforce needs.

What We’re Looking For: 

• Relevant educational background.
• Required language proficiency.
• Professional certifications and qualifications.
• 5+ years of professional experience in HR, 2+ years in the same role
• Experience in HR leadership and people management
• Knowledge of core HR disciplines and processes
• Understanding of employment legislation and HR compliance requirements
• Experience with HR systems, digital tools, reporting and analytics
• Financial, budgeting and workforce planning capabilities
• HR consultancy and advisory
• Communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills
• Leadership and team development capabilities
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Change management and organizational development capabilities
• Collaboration, adaptability and resilience
• Professional integrity, discretion and accountability
• Ability to operate effectively in a local and international environment
• Ability to balance strategic and operational responsibilities
• Compliance with legal, regulatory and company governance requirements
• Commitment to confidentiality and responsible handling of sensitive information
• Openness to innovation, digitalization and continuous improvement

Why You’ll Love It Here 

• An annual bonus   
• Minimum of 5 weeks of holiday   
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working arrangements 
• An individual career development plan   
• Monthly transportation and meal allowance   
• Additional healthcare package    
• Multisport card   
• Modern offices, a relax zone, a game room, and a relaxed atmosphere 
• In-house barista service, complimentary refreshments and snacks, and weekly fruit days 
• International Environment, exposure to cutting-edge projects, and hands-on experience with internal AI tools 

If this sounds like your kind of place, let us know by applying! We can’t wait to hear from you. 

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