About La Nouvelle Garde

La Nouvelle Garde is redefining the modern French brasserie. We serve classic French dishes done properly — with care, generosity and precision — in lively, relaxed spaces full of energy. Our restaurants are fast-paced, people-led and never stuffy. Quality matters. Atmosphere matters. Team spirit matters most.

Key Responsibilities

As an HR Officer, you will join a team of four HR professionals in a fast-growing group working in a demanding environment. Your role will cover:

Managing a group of brasseries across all HR areas: employee admin, career development, recruitment, training, employee relations, and internal communication.

• Handle day-to-day HR admin (contracts, health insurance, medical check-ups, terminations, etc.).

• Help onboard new employees.

• Be the go-to person for all HR questions from the operations teams you support.

• Guide and support managers on disciplinary issues.

• Help restaurant managers recruit staff for your locations.

• Roll out HR processes across all areas.

• Take part in internal communication and employee well-being projects.

• Set up and run training programmes.

• Support career growth and talent management in your brasseries.

• You liaise with the HR office in Paris.

This list is not set in stone — you will also have the chance to get involved in other HR projects if you wish

We’re Looking For

Experience & Qualities:

Speaking French is a real asset

• Previous experience in a generalist HR role, ideally in restaurants or hospitality.

• Attention to detail and good organisation.

• Curious, hands-on, and proactive.

• Good at spotting problems and finding solutions quickly.

• Keen to learn and happy to share knowledge.

• A team player.

Position based in London

Salary dependent on experience
Please note: All applicants must hold a valid visa or the right to work in the UK.