Head of People - EMEA - 12 Month Contract, Maternity Cover
Core
Lead the people strategy for a global department, focusing on culture, employee experience, and overseeing all HR activities across EMEA.
Role type
Senior IC Head of People (HR)
Builds
Global HR programs, employee life cycle processes, and a supportive organizational culture.
Domain
Technology / Public Transportation Planning
Required skills
Strategic thinking, data analysis, employment law expertise (EMEA), change management, learning and development, employer branding, stakeholder management, team building, AI tool adoption, execution.
Preferred skills
Master's degree, experience in Spain and Germany, advanced AI tool usage.
Technologies
AI tools, ML, optimization algorithms
Responsibilities
Own the people function and oversee all HR activities in EMEA; Lead the people strategy for a global department; Establish best practices in HR areas including L&D and change management; Design and adjust global HR programs; Model the culture and values; Act as the expert for HR aspects including employment law and compensation; Compile and analyze data to support business decisions; Drive local employer branding; Nurture communication between local offices, global geos, and HQ.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
