HR Manager, Norway

Rentokil Initial plc

Rentokil Initial (RI) delivers services that ‘Protect People, Enhance Lives’. We protect people from the risks of pest-borne disease, the risks of poor hygiene or from injury in the workplace. We aim to enhance lives with services that protect the health and wellbeing of people and the reputation of our customers’ brands. Throughout the world, demand for higher standards of public health, stricter food safety legislation and compliance with workplace safety regulations are driving demand for our service expertise.

Rentokil Initial has a significant presence throughout Norway, operating across its Rentokil, Initial, and Ambius divisions to cater to diverse needs. The company's pest control services have been providing solutions for over 50 years, with a nationwide network and a commitment to safe and effective practices. Additionally, Rentokil Initial offers hygiene and washroom services, plant hire and maintenance, and indoor air quality monitoring solutions, demonstrating a dedication to comprehensive facility management and environmental well-being. With offices in all major cities, Rentokil Initial is well-positioned to serve businesses and individuals across the country.

Rentokil Initial Norway is part of our global support services company, operating in all of the major economies of Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and Africa:

• Rentokil Initial is a FTSE 60 company and operates in over 90 countries with revenues of over £5bn.
• We are a ‘people business’ with over 60,000 colleagues.
• We offer a wide range of services to businesses, the public sector and residential customers.
• Our core market categories are Pest Control and Hygiene/Washroom services.
• Market leading positions in major markets - UK, US, Australia, France and emerging Asian and Latin American markets.
• Contract based businesses with >85% retention rates.

Rentokil Initial has identified three core values that underpin our business - Service, Relationships and Teamwork.

By living our values, we are better placed to offer consistently outstanding customer service.

Job Description

We are looking to hire an HR Manager for Norway, responsible for developing and implementing human resource strategies that align with Rentokil Initial’s business objectives and compliance with local laws. This individual will lead initiatives in talent attraction, retention, and development, driving a high-performance culture and ensuring alignment with group HR policies.

Additionally, they will oversee M&A activities, from due diligence to integration, providing key insights to support financial and people-related decisions. The HR Manager will collaborate closely with the European HR Director to align national HR efforts with wider organisational goals, ensuring operational excellence across recruitment, payroll, and employee engagement.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Support M&A activities in Norway, from due diligence to integration.
• Deliver people data and insights to drive business decisions, including cost savings and retention.
• Act as a coach to senior management for effective people leadership.
• Implement performance management and training programs to foster a high-performance culture.
• Oversee operational HR activities, including recruitment, payroll, talent management, and employee engagement.
• Collaborate with Central Group HR functions such as Talent, L&D, Communications, Reward, and HRIS to align national HR initiatives with group strategies.
• Work closely with other functional areas within Rentokil Initial, including IT, Finance, Legal, and Marketing & Innovation, to ensure seamless business operations.

Must Have

• 4+ years in senior HR roles with generalist and specialist knowledge (e.g., M&A, Reward).
• Strong understanding of labour law, payroll, and social security regulations in Norway.
• Experience with M&A due diligence, integration, and legal harmonisation.
• Proven interpersonal skills and ability to build trusted relationships.
• Experience in a B2B service environment.
• Fluent in Norwegian and English, with solid MS Office skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with workers' councils.
• Proficiency in additional Nordic or European languages.
• Postgraduate qualifications in HR.

Rentokil Initial is home for everyone: feel free to come as you are