People Business Partner

Summary

Join Sprout Social's team in Ireland for a 6-month fixed-term contract as a People Business Partner, potentially leading to full-time employment. You will act as a trusted advisor to regional leadership, aligning global HR strategies with local needs across EMEA. Key responsibilities include strategic partnership with leadership, talent strategy development, organizational design, effectiveness assessment, data analysis, performance management, and change management. The role requires extensive HR experience in EMEA, strong understanding of labor laws and cultural nuances, and exceptional communication skills. Sprout Social offers a comprehensive benefits package including insurance, flexible paid time off, parental leave, wellness initiatives, professional development opportunities, and flexible work arrangements.

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive HR Business Partner experience, with a proven track record in supporting organizations within the EMEA region
• Demonstrated experience assessing risk relative to the business, with a strong understanding of EMEA labor laws and cultural nuances
• Exceptional communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex situations within a multicultural environment

Responsibilities

• Establish and nurture strong relationships with regional EMEA leadership team, gaining a deep understanding of the diverse challenges and departmental landscapes across multiple countries
• Serve as a trusted advisor, providing strategic HR guidance and support to achieve business goals within the complex EMEA legal and cultural environment
• Collaborate with business leaders and global People Business Partner counterparts to identify talent needs, develop robust talent pipelines, and implement targeted talent development initiatives, ensuring alignment with regional market conditions and cultural nuances
• Support succession planning and leadership development programs to build a strong leadership pipeline within the EMEA region
• Partner with Business Units and People Team counterparts to design and implement organizational structures that optimize efficiency, effectiveness, and agility, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and regulations across EMEA
• Support the implementation of restructurings, mergers, and acquisitions, ensuring smooth transitions within the regional context
• Assess organizational capabilities and identify areas for improvement, working with the Employee Experience Team to facilitate organizational development initiatives that foster a culture of continuous improvement, taking into account cultural nuances and regional differences
• Track and analyze key HR metrics, including EMEA-specific data, to identify trends and areas for improvement, using data to inform HR strategies and recommendations tailored to the region
• Partner with department leaders and the People Relations Manager to drive a high-performance culture by providing guidance on performance management systems and structures, addressing performance issues, and ensuring consistent application of performance standards in compliance with local EMEA labor laws
• Support organizational change initiatives by developing and implementing effective change management plans tailored to the EMEA region
• Communicate effectively with employees and stakeholders, considering cultural sensitivities, to ensure smooth transitions and minimize disruption

Benefits

• Insurance and benefit options that are built for both individuals and families
• Progressive policies to support work/life balance, like our flexible paid time off and parental leave program
• High-quality and well-maintained equipment—your computer will never prevent you from doing your best
• Wellness initiatives to ensure both health and mental well-being of our team
• Ongoing education and development opportunities via our Grow@Sprout program, employee-led diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and mentorship programs for aspiring leaders
• Growing corporate social responsibility program that is driven by the involvement and passion of our team members
• Beautiful, convenient and state-of-the-art offices in Dublin’s city centre
• Whenever possible, we want to provide team members the flexibility to work in the location that makes the most sense for them. If you prefer an office setting, this role may be based in our Dublin location. If you prefer to work remotely from another location within Ireland, we will accommodate you as best as possible