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Manager, People Business Partner (EMEA)

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GitLab

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • United Kingdom, +15
    Remote
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need extensive People Business Partner experience in tech, EMEA knowledge, a strong grasp of employment law, problem-solving skills, and the ability to pivot between strategic and tactical tasks.
  • You will support EMEA Go-To-Market teams, execute people strategies, advise on local compliance, analyze trends, drive talent engagement, and oversee talent programs and workforce planning.

Requirements

  • Relevant, progressive People Business Partner experience supporting front-line, mid-level, and executive leaders.
  • Proven experience in a fast-paced, technology company as a People Business Partner, focused on supporting the EMEA region
  • Experience partnering with other People Business Partners in supporting business strategy and consulting on local EMEA requirements
  • In-depth knowledge of EMEA employment law and regulations
  • Experience working with local regulatory bodies such as Works Councils
  • Experience in a variety of HR competency areas such as organizational design and development, leadership development, change management, performance management, and employee relations.
  • An obsession with results that matter; able to create and deliver full-cycle projects (start to finish) and results in a timely manner.
  • Ability to solve complex problems; resourceful and takes initiative to seek internal and external resources when problem-solving.
  • Very strong EQ, with fine-tuned instincts and problem-solving skills. Demonstrates sound, consistent, trusted judgment.
  • Experience working with Global Talent (Americas, EMEA, APAC); remote experience preferred.
  • Comfortable with high volume and a very fast-paced workload; not afraid to “roll up your sleeves” to complete more tactical work with an ability to switch between strategic and tactical work.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred; Master’s degree and/or HR Certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Support for the Go-To-Market teams in EMEA initially, scope will change to support R&D and G&A teams in the future; influence and execute a people strategy that helps support local organization and business goals
  • Execute a people strategy that helps support local organization and business goals
  • Consult on global expansion efforts in the region; including participating in the due diligence process
  • Partner closely with the broader People Business Partners and People Group to support the implementation of GitLab's People programs and policies locally
  • Advise on People programs and solutions to support EMEA regional needs based on deep local expertise
  • Collaborate with our team member relations (TMR) and legal teams to provide additional guidance and support on HR compliance, local employment law, and regulatory requirements in the EMEA region based on local expertise
  • Consult and inform local regulatory bodies such as Work Councils on topics that impact employment or working conditions
  • Forecast and predict issues and taking measures to course correct before impact within the client group
  • Use data to identify trends and develop and influence solutions to drive results in the organization
  • Maintains deep expertise in their client groups’ business, operating model, objectives, and industry trends
  • Partners with client group leadership team and relevant People groups to drive a talent strategy focused on engagement and retention of top talent. Works with Total Rewards and Talent and Engagement to ensure key trends and retention levers are addressed and used effectively
  • Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning
  • Own specific iterations related to company-wide Talent Programs based on feedback from their client group and PBP team
  • Executes company-wide Talent Programs within their client groups, including Annual Talent Assessment and Compensation Reviews
  • Facilitates connection to other People Group DRIs when appropriate to remain focused on the most impactful work while ensuring relevant DRIs are engaged

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Manager, People Business Partner (EMEA) at GitLab?

The main responsibility is to align business objectives with people solutions across the EMEA region, acting as a trusted advisor and change agent to senior leadership.

What teams will the Manager, People Business Partner initially support?

The Manager will initially support the Go-To-Market teams in the EMEA region.

Will the scope of the role change over time?

Yes, the scope will change to also support R&D and G&A teams in the future.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

Relevant, progressive People Business Partner experience supporting front-line, mid-level, and executive leaders in a fast-paced, technology company focused on the EMEA region is required.

Is knowledge of EMEA employment law important for this role?

Yes, in-depth knowledge of EMEA employment law and regulations is essential.

Will the Manager, People Business Partner be involved in global expansion efforts?

Yes, the Manager will consult on global expansion efforts in the region, including participating in the due diligence process.

What type of work environment does GitLab offer?

GitLab offers a fully remote, asynchronous work environment.

What benefits does GitLab provide to employees?

GitLab provides benefits for health, finances, and well-being, including flexible paid time off, equity compensation, parental leave, and home office support.

Is previous experience with Works Councils necessary for this position?

Yes, experience working with local regulatory bodies such as Works Councils is important.

Does GitLab encourage professional development?

Yes, GitLab offers a Growth and Development Fund to support employees’ professional development.

What qualifications are preferred for this role?

A Bachelor's degree is preferred, while a Master's degree and/or HR certification is strongly preferred.

Is the role focused more on strategic or tactical work?

The role requires the ability to switch between strategic and tactical work, often handling both aspects.

How does GitLab ensure equity and inclusion in its hiring practices?

GitLab is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and adheres to affirmative action practices based solely on merit, ensuring no discrimination based on protected characteristics.

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GitLab

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Technology
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1001-5000
Employees
2014
Founded Year

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GitLab is a complete DevOps platform, delivered as a single application, fundamentally changing the way Development, Security, and Ops teams collaborate and build software. From idea to production, GitLab helps teams improve cycle time from weeks to minutes, reduce development costs and time to market while increasing developer productivity. We're the world's largest all-remote company with team members located in more than 65 countries. As part of the GitLab team, you can work from anywhere with good internet. You'll have the freedom to contribute when and where you do your best work.

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