We’re looking for a people-focused HR Manager who can hit the ground running, bring structure to a growing organisation and strengthen the foundations needed to support our next phase of growth.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, commercially aware HR professional to shape the employee experience, build leadership capability and ensure our people strategy supports wider business objectives.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy influencing stakeholders and want to make a genuine impact, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

WHO WE ARE

Generator is on a journey. Appropriate, given that we're a hostel accommodation brand. The journey began in London, swung through a heap of European capitals on its way to dominating the world. No biggie. Fast Company named us one of the top 50 most innovative global companies. We, of course, agree. And now this top 50 most innovative global company (did we mention that?)

Our spaces are safe and seriously social, in the proudest part of the beating heart of the cities we love. Cultural action, creative pulse and an outstanding way to waste some of the finite time the universe has given you - that's what Generator offers. Holds true for staff and visitors equally, and while chic design is always the backdrop, every Generator in every destination reflects the unique beat of that city's heart.

BEING YOURSELF is the key to bringing the Generator story and brand to life.

NUTS AND BOLTS OF THE ROLE

• Take ownership of the day-to-day HR function, providing a proactive, solutions-focused service across the business
• Act as a trusted partner to leaders and managers, offering practical guidance across the full employee lifecycle
• Support and advise on all employee relations matters including performance management, absence, disciplinary and grievance processes
• Lead recruitment activity end-to-end, ensuring the business attracts, hires and retains high-quality talent during a period of growth
• Build and embed succession planning frameworks to strengthen leadership pipelines and support future organisational needs
• Drive employee engagement initiatives that improve retention, performance and overall employee experience
• Support effective onboarding and development programmes to ensure new hires are set up for success
• Review, update and implement HR policies and procedures in line with current employment legislation and best practice
• Use people data and insights to inform workforce planning and decision making
• Coach and support managers to build confident, capable and accountable teams
• Contribute to organisational change initiatives linked to business growth and evolving structures

WHAT’S IN YOUR DNA

• Commercially aware with the ability to balance people priorities and business outcomes
• Passionate about creating positive, high-performing workplace cultures
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills
• Confident managing complex and sensitive situations
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Resilient, pragmatic and solutions-focused
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Hands-on approach with the ability to work both strategically and operationally
• A collaborative team player who enjoys building structure and improving ways of working

YOUR EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor / HR Business Partner role with ownership across multiple HR activities and priorities
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practice
• Experience managing the full employee lifecycle within a growing organisation
• Demonstrated success in improving engagement, retention or people processes
• Experience supporting organisational change or business growth

OUR GLOBAL HQ EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Birthday holiday in addition to your yearly holiday allocation of 25 days
• Employee Bounty Program providing opportunities to earn up to £1,000 for new hire referrals with no cap on number of referrals made 
• Company contribution towards gym membership fees for all eligible employees 
• Ideas Award - Quarterly award to double pay for 1 month to employee with most valuable suggestion/feedback
• Health plan allowing cash back on dental, vision & private GP appointment
• Employer funded life assurance at two times base salary to cover death in service lump sum payments
• Employer funded income protection to cover 50% of base salary to cover prolonged absence from work due to incapacity
• 2 free nights’ accommodation across any hostels (subject to availability)
• Reduced room rates for staff as well as friends and family members (we operate in 15 locations across Europe & US so your next holiday is sorted)
• Social events and celebrations calendar
• Various employee recognition schemes
• Online learning tools

We’re looking for a people-focused HR Manager who can hit the ground running, bring structure to a growing organisation and strengthen the foundations needed to support our next phase of growth.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, commercially aware HR professional to shape the employee experience, build leadership capability and ensure our people strategy supports wider business objectives.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy influencing stakeholders and want to make a genuine impact, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

WHO WE ARE

Generator is on a journey. Appropriate, given that we're a hostel accommodation brand. The journey began in London, swung through a heap of European capitals on its way to dominating the world. No biggie. Fast Company named us one of the top 50 most innovative global companies. We, of course, agree. And now this top 50 most innovative global company (did we mention that?)

Our spaces are safe and seriously social, in the proudest part of the beating heart of the cities we love. Cultural action, creative pulse and an outstanding way to waste some of the finite time the universe has given you - that's what Generator offers. Holds true for staff and visitors equally, and while chic design is always the backdrop, every Generator in every destination reflects the unique beat of that city's heart.

BEING YOURSELF is the key to bringing the Generator story and brand to life.

NUTS AND BOLTS OF THE ROLE

• Take ownership of the day-to-day HR function, providing a proactive, solutions-focused service across the business
• Act as a trusted partner to leaders and managers, offering practical guidance across the full employee lifecycle
• Support and advise on all employee relations matters including performance management, absence, disciplinary and grievance processes
• Lead recruitment activity end-to-end, ensuring the business attracts, hires and retains high-quality talent during a period of growth
• Build and embed succession planning frameworks to strengthen leadership pipelines and support future organisational needs
• Drive employee engagement initiatives that improve retention, performance and overall employee experience
• Support effective onboarding and development programmes to ensure new hires are set up for success
• Review, update and implement HR policies and procedures in line with current employment legislation and best practice
• Use people data and insights to inform workforce planning and decision making
• Coach and support managers to build confident, capable and accountable teams
• Contribute to organisational change initiatives linked to business growth and evolving structures

WHAT’S IN YOUR DNA

• Commercially aware with the ability to balance people priorities and business outcomes
• Passionate about creating positive, high-performing workplace cultures
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills
• Confident managing complex and sensitive situations
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Resilient, pragmatic and solutions-focused
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Hands-on approach with the ability to work both strategically and operationally
• A collaborative team player who enjoys building structure and improving ways of working

YOUR EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor / HR Business Partner role with ownership across multiple HR activities and priorities
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practice
• Experience managing the full employee lifecycle within a growing organisation
• Demonstrated success in improving engagement, retention or people processes
• Experience supporting organisational change or business growth

OUR GLOBAL HQ EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Birthday holiday in addition to your yearly holiday allocation of 25 days
• Employee Bounty Program providing opportunities to earn up to £1,000 for new hire referrals with no cap on number of referrals made 
• Company contribution towards gym membership fees for all eligible employees 
• Ideas Award - Quarterly award to double pay for 1 month to employee with most valuable suggestion/feedback
• Health plan allowing cash back on dental, vision & private GP appointment
• Employer funded life assurance at two times base salary to cover death in service lump sum payments
• Employer funded income protection to cover 50% of base salary to cover prolonged absence from work due to incapacity
• 2 free nights’ accommodation across any hostels (subject to availability)
• Reduced room rates for staff as well as friends and family members (we operate in 15 locations across Europe & US so your next holiday is sorted)
• Social events and celebrations calendar
• Various employee recognition schemes
• Online learning tools