Job description
YouGov is an international online research data and analytics group.
Our mission is to offer unparalleled insight into what the world thinks.
Our innovative solutions help the world’s most recognized brands, media owners and agencies to plan, activate and track their marketing activities better.
At the core of the YouGov platform is an ever-growing source of consumer data that has been amassed over our twenty years of operation. We call it living data. All of our products and services draw upon this detailed understanding of our 24+ million registered panel members to deliver accurate, actionable consumer insights.
As innovators of online market research, we have a strong reputation as a trusted source of accurate data and insights. Testament to this, YouGov data is regularly referenced by the global press, and Meltwater 2022 report concluded that YouGov is the most quoted research company in the world.
With operations in the UK, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, India and Asia Pacific, we have one of the world's largest research networks.
We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to take charge of developing and implementing a comprehensive people strategy for our technology and Engineering global functions in this newly created role.
What will I be delivering?
- Partnering global Tech business leaders to develop and embed the people strategy and strengthen our culture, aligned to business needs and goals.
- Developing strong, credible relationships with managers and senior stakeholders.
- Partner with our specialist teams including Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, Reward, and HR Operations to deliver people strategy and support to the business.
- Ongoing employee relations management including performance management, employee cases, and policy development.
- Talent management including succession planning, internal moves and global mobility.
- Partner with Talent Acquisition in interviewing, onboarding, and assessment.
- Support business leaders’ org design for new and existing roles and teams.
- Drive data and reporting to support leaders in making informed business decisions
- Lead and support projects including year-end processes, engagement survey, change initiatives, and local business-driven initiatives.
What do I need to bring with me?
- Previous experience and extensive knowledge of Tech market and tech functions.
- Good knowledge of employee relations and employment legislation across multiple countries (including UK, EMEA, and US)
- Experience supporting tech teams in a fast-paced corporate environment strongly preferred.
- Experience Supporting tech client group or tech company.
- Proven HR business partnering experience, with the ability to navigate between the strategic and transactional aspects of the role.
- Experience building and developing relationships with stakeholders.
- An innovative mindset with the ability to challenge the norm to generate new ideas
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects.
- Manages and deals comfortably with ambiguity and change.
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively to deliver results.
- Ability to work as individual contributor supporting a region and/or business unit, while also collaborating with the HRBP and wider HR team.
- Familiarity with all HR functions and expertise in at least one.
Additional Information
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, HIV status, political affiliation, socioeconomic background, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or in line with our responsibilities as a fair and ethic employer.
All employment decisions are made based on occupational qualifications, merit, and business need.
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