Global People Partner, S&P Dow Jones Indices

S&P Global; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global data and analytics company is looking for a Global People Partner to drive strategic human resources initiatives. This role involves working with senior leaders to align people strategies with business goals in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience in HR leadership, strong influencing skills, and is comfortable navigating complex organizational challenges. A bachelor's degree is required, and the position offers a hybrid work model with flexibility.

Benefits

Health care coverage

Generous time off

Access to continuous learning resources

Financial wellness programs

Family friendly benefits

Qualifications

• 8 years of progressive HR/People leadership experience in complex global organizations.
• Experience contributing to complex change initiatives and supporting cultural transformation.
• Ability to quickly gain business knowledge and connect people strategy to overall business performance.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary People Partner to Operating Committee leaders.
• Partner with leaders to design and execute organizational structures.
• Provide coaching and counsel to senior leaders on complex organizational matters.

Skills

Strategic workforce planning

Organizational design

Talent development

Influencing skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use) :

13

The Role : Global People Partner S&P Dow Jones Indices

The Location : UK Spain Italy Germany France Amsterdam Poland

The Team

At S&P Global our People team is dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence. We are a dynamic group of professionals who are passionate about driving organizational success through strategic People initiatives. Our team values a global mindset, embracing diverse perspectives and ideas to create a supportive and inclusive environment. We work closely with leaders across the organization to align our People strategy with business objectives, ensuring that we not only meet but exceed our goals. As part of this team you will have the opportunity to influence and shape the future of S&P Dow Jones Indices contributing to a culture that values growth, resilience and continuous learning.

The Impact

The Global People Partner for S&P Dow Jones Indices reporting to the Global Head of People for S&P Dow Jones Indices will serve as a trusted advisor to members of the Operating Committee, shaping and executing a long‑term people strategy that enables business growth, cultural transformation and organizational effectiveness across a global footprint. This role will provide strategic counsel to anticipate business needs, influence enterprise priorities and embed forward‑looking talent solutions that future‑proof the organization.

This individual must demonstrate the ability to challenge and influence senior executives, partner across Centers of Excellence (COEs), collaborate with Global Shared Services and engage external partners to drive sustainable people outcomes in a highly complex and dynamic environment. Success in this role requires exceptional strategic insight, strong commercial acumen and the capacity to balance enterprise alignment with divisional impact.

Responsibilities

Strategic Business Partnership

• Act as the primary People Partner to Operating Committee leaders, aligning people strategy with global business objectives and transformation priorities.
• Serve as a strategic thought partner, anticipating workforce needs and designing people solutions that enable growth, resilience and competitiveness.
• Support senior leaders in connecting HR strategy to an enterprise mindset, ensuring S&P DJIs talent agenda is fully aligned and integrated with corporate initiatives.
• Work in alignment with the Global Head of People for S&P DJI, providing insights from across the supported functions while cascading enterprise and divisional priorities back into teams. This two‑way alignment ensures a holistic view of priorities, connected strategies across functions and consistent execution of people initiatives.

Organizational Design & Transformation

• Partner with leaders to design and execute organizational structures, workforce strategies and operating models that support long‑term business goals.
• Lead organizational transformation efforts, shaping talent strategies to enable digital adoption, AI / automation and evolving market needs.
• Ensure change management and communications strategies reinforce engagement and adoption across global teams.

Talent Strategy & Development

• Ensure a future‑focused talent strategy is in place with succession pipelines, leadership development and career growth frameworks that address both divisional and enterprise needs.
• Partner with senior leaders to identify critical capabilities, assess gaps and mobilize initiatives that build bench strength at all levels.
• Champion a high‑performance culture grounded in accountability, inclusion and continuous learning while embedding the People Forward mindset to expand growth opportunities beyond traditional promotion paths.

Leadership Advisory & Coaching

• Provide coaching and counsel to senior leaders and managers on complex organizational and people matters, acting as a trusted confidant and challenger.
• Support leaders to strengthen decision‑making, influencing and people‑management capabilities, helping them elevate their overall effectiveness.
• Guide leaders in cultivating transparency and alignment across teams, particularly in areas undergoing transformation or previously operating in silos.

People Processes & Governance

• Oversee execution of annual and cyclical people processes, including Performance Management, Succession Planning, Rewards and Talent Development.
• Ensure compliance with legal, policy and governance frameworks in all organizational restructurings and workforce actions.
• Actively manage high‑risk employee relations issues, balancing organizational integrity with business needs.

Enterprise Collaboration & Thought Leadership

• Collaborate across the People function, COEs, Shared Services and divisional learning teams to ensure seamless delivery and a unified One People voice.
• Lead divisional or enterprise People initiatives that drive cultural evolution, inclusion and engagement.
• Provide thought leadership on market and competitor talent trends, benchmarking against industry best practices to ensure the division maintains a competitive edge.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a self‑driven strategic People Partner who thrives in complexity and brings both depth of expertise and the ability to see the bigger picture. The ideal candidate will combine exceptional communication and influencing skills with the courage to challenge and the confidence to partner with senior executives at the highest levels.

Basic Required Qualifications

• 8 years of progressive HR/People leadership experience in complex global organizations with exposure to senior executive stakeholders, with responsibility for a few European countries.
• Track record of impact in strategic workforce planning, organizational design and talent development, particularly in transformation contexts.
• Well‑developed consulting and coaching skills with the ability to influence, inspire and build trust with senior leaders.
• Ability to quickly gain business knowledge and connect people strategy to overall business performance.
• A holistic problem‑solver, equally comfortable diving into detail and stepping back to see cross‑organizational patterns, ensuring solutions are both pragmatic and strategic.
• Experience contributing to complex change initiatives and supporting cultural transformation.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Willingness to travel to USA up to 6 times a year.
• Hybrid work – 2 days a week or 9 days a month work from the office (with flexibility).

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in complementary People‑related areas such as Total Rewards, Talent Development or similar functions.
• Proven experience in implementing or working within Agile organizations, showcasing adaptability and a forward‑thinking approach.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting Technology teams with an understanding of their unique dynamics and needs.
• Advanced degree in Business, HR or related field.
• Experience in Global People / HR Partner role.

Whats In It For You

Our Purpose

Progress is not a self‑starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology – the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our People

We’re more than 35,000 strong worldwide; we are able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

Our Values

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history the world’s leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits

We take care of you so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you and your career need to thrive at S&P Global.

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company‑matched student loan contribution and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: Its not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones too with some best‑in‑class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards, small perks can make a big difference.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

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Required Experience

Exec

Key Skills

Internship, Data Warehousing, Adobe Flash, Database Administration, Logistics

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1