Head of People Business Partnering · Brighton ·

Mpb Europe Limited; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the photography equipment sector is seeking a Head of People Business Partnering & Operations. This role focuses on driving HR strategy, leading a global team, and enhancing employee experience. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR leadership experience, a strong understanding of global practices, and the ability to drive change and innovation within the organization.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

1 wellbeing day off per year

5% employer contributory pension scheme

Private healthcare

Access to EAP with employee discounts

Bespoke Learning Management System

2 volunteer days per year for charity

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in HR transformation at a senior level.
• Deep expertise in leading People Business Partnering teams.
• Strong understanding of global HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team across multiple locations.
• Drive global people initiatives for employee engagement and DEI.
• Oversee HR operations ensuring compliance with regional regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Data-driven Decision Making

Education

HR Degree

Tools

HRIS Systems

Job description

Location: Brighton (2 days per week in office, 3 days working from home)
Department: People
Reports to: VP People
Position type: Full time, Permanent

At MPB, we believe in the power of people to drive our success. We're on a mission to transform how the world thinks about photography and video equipment, and we're looking for a Head of People Business Partnering & Operations to help us continue to build a people-first culture that fuels our global growth.

As the Head of People Business Partnering & Operations, you will lead a globally distributed team of People Business Partners and People Operations Coordinators across Brighton, Brooklyn, and Berlin. You will drive our people strategy, optimise operational processes, and ensure an exceptional employee experience on a global scale.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you will partner with senior leadership to align people strategies with business goals, lead transformation initiatives, and spearhead innovation in HR. You will play a critical role in shaping the future of MPB, with a focus on driving change, improving efficiency, and developing a globally consistent approach to HR practices.

Your Role, in Action:

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team across multiple locations, fostering a collaborative and agile culture
• Set clear team goals that align with MPB’s vision, and support team development to maximise growth and performance
• Provide coaching and development opportunities to unlock your team's full potential
  

Strategic HR Business Partnering

• Collaborate with senior leaders to develop and implement people strategies that support business objectives, and promote our culture
• Advise leadership on key HR areas such as employee relations, talent management, leadership development, and change management
  

Global HR Project & Strategic Initiatives

• Drive global people initiatives that enhance employee engagement, organisational effectiveness, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)
• Leverage data and analytics to inform decision-making and measure the impact of people programmes
  

Process Optimisation & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements across HR processes to streamline operations, enhance scalability, and optimise the employee experience
• Champion AI and automation within HR to increase efficiency and streamline decision-making
  

People Operations

• Oversee global HR operations, ensuring smooth employee lifecycle management and compliance with regional regulations
• Report on key HR metrics and develop insights to guide continuous improvement

What Makes You Shine:

We are seeking an experienced, strategic HR leader with a proven track record in shaping and executing high-impact people strategies at the 'Head of' level. This is what the ideal experience would look like:

Extensive experience driving HR transformation and organisational development at a senior level, ideally across multiple regions

Deep expertise in leading and developing People Business Partnering and Operations teams, with a focus on driving performance and business alignment

A strong understanding of global HR practices, including process optimisation, HRIS systems, and data-driven decision-making

In-depth knowledge of UK employment law, and experience navigating complex legal and cultural landscapes in multiple jurisdictions (e.g., Germany / US)

A forward-thinking mindset, with the ability to leverage AI and automation to drive HR innovation and operational excellence

You are a natural, solutions focussed leader, with exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, who thrives in fast-paced, global environments

You have the strategic insight to align people initiatives with business goals and the leadership capabilities to inspire teams and drive lasting change

Our Values; Applied:

Better, Connected: We work collaboratively and embrace diversity

Empowering and Empowered: We celebrate ownership and initiative

Insight-driven: We act based upon data and reflection

Agents of Change: We innovate and promote sustainability

Focussed on Excellence: We aim high, and work smart

Passionately Ambitious: We encourage creativity and strive to improve through innovation

About MPB

We are MPB, the largest global platform for used photography and videography equipment. Our platform transforms the way that people buy, sell and trade in photo and video kit. MPB is a destination for everyone, whether you’ve just discovered your passion for visual storytelling or you’re already a pro.

We recognise the benefit of inclusive practices to better build a diverse community here at MPB. Our commitment to ensuring inclusion fuels and connects us as one with the diverse community of visual storytellers that we serve.

MPB customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of family makeup, race, sexuality, religion, gender identity, disability or age. At MPB, every employee has the opportunity to make an impact and grow.

For more information about this opportunity, feel free to contact Jacob Fooks, Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at [e-mail]

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays
1 wellbeing day off per year
5% employer contributory pension scheme
Private healthcare
Access to EAP with a range of employee discounts
Buzzing social calendar
Dog friendly workplace
Bespoke Learning Management System - the MPB 'Learning Lab' with access to thousands of free courses to upskill in any areas you'd like; whether personally or professionally
2 volunteer days per year for charity which aligns with MPB values, and of your choosing