DIRECTOR HR & TRAINING | for the Baltic Region

Premier Restaurants Baltics is part of Premier Capital plc, the Developmental Licensee for McDonald’s in Estonia, Greece, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta and Romania, operating 195+ McDonald’s restaurants, which includes 110+ McDrives, 85+ McCafé counters, and 175+ McDelivery thanks to 11,000+ people. More than 90 million customers are served every year across the six markets.

On behalf of our Client, we are now searching for an experienced and forward-thinking HR Leader for the role of

DIRECTOR HR & TRAINING | for the Baltic Region

who is passionate about building strong organizations through people, culture, and continuous development.

What You will do:

• Lead and execute the HR strategy across Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia, ensuring alignment with the company’s business goals.
• Oversee all key HR processes: recruitment, onboarding, performance management, learning & development, succession planning, DE&I, and organizational development.
• Manage and mentor the HR & Training team, ensuring strong collaboration, high performance, and continuous professional growth.
• Ensure full compliance with employment laws, McDonald’s Brand Standards, health & safety rules, and internal HR policies.
• Partner with senior leadership on strategic workforce planning, organizational design, change management, and people-related decision making.
• Oversee Compensation & Benefits processes, budgeting, salary reviews, job classification systems, and HR KPI reporting.
• Drive engagement and culture-building initiatives, including surveys, action plans, leadership development programs, and internal communication.
• Ensure strong Training function delivery: learning programs, management development, succession plans for Restaurant Management and Head Office teams.
• Strengthen employer branding and talent pipelines, and represent the company in cooperation with educational institutions, public organizations, industry associations, and community partners.

We believe You will succeed in the role if You have:

• 5+ years of HR management experience, preferably within international environment. Experience in hospitality or retail sectors is a strong plus.
• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field required.
• Excellent written and spoken English; knowledge of any Baltic language is an advantage.
• Practical knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Driving license (ability to travel within Baltics)
• Willingness to travel occasionally for business related events

Do You have these qualities?

• Mature personality with the ability to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company.
• Human-centric personality, who is focused on both people and results.
• Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills.

COMPANY OFFERS:

• Be the heart of HR, making a real difference for people and supporting a brand loved across the world.
• Work in a dynamic, supportive, and international environment where your ideas truly matter.
• Working place & mode: Duntes street 6, Riga. Hybrid work, business trips across all Baltic countries.
• Remuneration: Starting from €5800.00 gross (max salary level will be discussed with company’s representatives individually)
• Benefits: Performance-based annual bonus; Accident & Health insurance coverage; a company car (suitable for both professional and private use); 50% McDonald’s Special Guest discount card; training budget to develop your skills and expertise.

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