HR Manager

Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT) is the world’s largest telematics service provider. Its mission is to make the world’s roads and drivers safer. The company’s AI-driven platform, DriveWell® Fusion, gathers sensor data from millions of IoT devices — including smartphones, proprietary Tags, connected vehicles, dashcams, and third-party devices — and fuses them with contextual data to create a unified view of vehicle and driver behavior. Auto insurers, automakers, commercial mobility companies, and the public sector use insights from CMT’s platform to power risk assessment, safety, claims, and driver improvement programs. Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, with offices in Budapest, Chennai, Seattle, Tokyo, and Zagreb, CMT measures and protects tens of millions of drivers across the world every day. We are seeking a hands-on, pragmatic HR Manager to support people operations in our Budapest office. This role focuses on core HR responsibilities, including employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning, while partnering closely with local and global stakeholders to deliver a strong employee experience. The HR Manager will work in close collaboration with the EU Operations team and global HR Business Partners to ensure effective people practices and a well-run, compliant, and productive workplace. This individual will also contribute to select operational areas such as vendor coordination, compliance processes, and office-related initiatives, ensuring strong alignment between people and operational needs. The ideal candidate is comfortable balancing strategic context with day-to-day execution and thrives in environments where they can take ownership, bring structure, and drive outcomes. CMT is looking for a collaborative, customer-committed, and creative HR Manager who wants to join us in making roads safer by making drivers better! Responsibilities: Lead all aspects of HR in Hungary, including employee relations, performance management, and employee engagement and recruitment Partner with global HR and leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategy Support recruiting, onboarding, and retention efforts for the Budapest office Ensure compliance with Hungarian labor laws and employment regulations Drive local implementation of global HR programs, policies, and initiatives Partner with global HR Business Partners and local leadership to drive effective workforce planning and performance management, ensuring aligned headcount plans, high-quality and timely performance cycles, and strong talent outcomes across the Budapest office. Assist the HRBP with performance management in EU offices Work with the Office Manager on employee engagement activities Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on HR-related matters Foster a strong, inclusive, and high-performing culture aligned with CMT values Any additional tasks that arise Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and/or certification in a related field 7+ years of relevant HR experience, including HR Generalist responsibilities, preferably in a high-tech or global environment 3+ years of experience in a lead or management capacity preferred Strong knowledge of Hungarian employment law and HR best practices Demonstrated ability to operate effectively across both HR and operational responsibilities in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational and execution skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive projects to completion Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization Experience using HR data and metrics to inform decision-making and improve people outcomes Proven ability to handle sensitive situations with sound judgment, discretion, and empathy Ability to independently manage escalations and resolve complex employee or operational issues Proficiency with HR systems and standard productivity tools (e.g., Google