Regional Head of HR - EMEA

Clearwater Analytics; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an EMEA HR Leader responsible for developing HR strategies, managing regional HR operations, and leading recruitment teams. The ideal candidate should have extensive HR experience, particularly in tech companies, and demonstrate strong leadership and analytical skills. This role is pivotal to ensuring compliance and fostering a productive work environment.

Qualifications

• 10-15+ years of HR or HR consulting experience in tech companies.
• 5+ years of managing teams.
• In-depth knowledge of HR laws and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategies for the EMEA region.
• Lead and develop EMEA HR and Recruiting teams.
• Manage day-to-day HR operations for the EMEA region.
• Address employee concerns and foster a positive work environment.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Analyze HR data and provide insights to support decisions.
• Oversee HR projects and initiatives.
• Communicate HR policies effectively across the organization.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Clearwater Analytics is looking for a HR leader over our EMEA region. The EMEA HR Leader is responsible for being the voice of the EMEA region from a talent perspective - both employees and candidates. As EMEA HR Leader, you will partner with business leaders and our global HR leadership team, to develop and execute HR strategies/programs that drive our organizational capability and effectiveness in a fast-evolving business environment. You will manage the entire EMEA HR and recruiting teams. This role is the primary point of contact for HR-related issues in the region to drive good people processes, competitive people programs, productive work environments, and all compliance/laws are met. The ideal candidate has good business acumen in a high growth tech company, will be intellectually curious, own the outcomes for people programs, and bring a deep understanding of HR best practices. We are looking for a self-starter with a track record of performance.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute HR strategies for the EMEA region - working closely with our global HRBPs - that align with our business goals, including talent acquisition, retention, development, and engagement.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop the EMEA HR and Recruiting teams, providing guidance, coaching, and support.
• HR Operations: Manage the day-to-day operations for HR in the EMEA region for the entire hire-to-retire lifecycle of employees, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, performance management, training, and development programs.
• Employee Relations: Address employee concerns, grievances, and conflicts, and foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Compensation and Benefits: Working with our global Total Rewards team, provide market intelligence and views to ensure our total rewards program is competitive and fair.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
• Insights and Data Analysis: Engage with stakeholders, partner with our global HRBPs, analyze HR data, identify trends, track performance, and provide data-driven insights to support decision-making.
• Project Management: Oversee and manage HR projects and initiatives, ensuring timely and successful completion.
• Communication and Change Management: Manage any organizational changes and communicate HR policies, procedures, and initiatives effectively to all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree ideally in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 10-15+ years of HR or HR consulting across multiple HR disciplines, ideally in tech companies and high growth environments. 5+ years of managing teams.
• Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of HR laws, regulations, policies, and best practices.
• Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Certifications: CIPD or similar certifications are not required but may be beneficial.