Senior People Business Partner

The Senior People Business Partner will partner with assigned internal client groups to understand short and long-term business goals and to develop and deliver talent management programs and solutions in support of them. This role has responsibilities for matters including but not limited to employee relations, change management, employee engagement, coaching, retention, compensation and talent management. The Senior People Business Partner plays a critical role in nurturing the Workiva culture by encouraging positive relations between employees and by modeling open communication and effective teamwork.This role will focus on internal partnership across Workiva’s Tech, Customer & Partner Experience, Finance and Facilities client groups in Europe.What You’ll DoEstablish trusted relationships with business leaders and employees in assigned internal client groups to build understanding of their strategies, challenges, opportunities, and needsDevelop effective collaborative partnerships across the People and Culture team to ensure consistent alignment with goals and priorities and to develop and implement effective solutionsAnalyze data, metrics and trends in partnership with business leaders to make informed decisionsInfluence talent decisions by keeping a pulse on the business, market and industry trendsIdentify gaps in current talent and help leaders anticipate and plan for future needsCoach managers on people related matters including employee relations, conflict resolution, company policy interpretation, and management principlesConduct investigations and resolve employee issuesProvide guidance, coaching, and advice in performance related matters. Ensure legal compliance and mitigate riskAct as an authentic and trusted Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) champion for employees and a change champion for the organizationUpdate and monitor adherence to HR policies/procedures and timelines; ensure legal complianceFoster the company’s employee-centric culture, encouraging open and transparent communicationsSupport organizational design decisions and contribute to change management and communication plansImplement employee engagement activitiesContribute to the design and implementation of integrated talent solutions that drive positive changes across the organizationGenerate solutions in unfamiliar or ambiguous circumstances by pulling together relevant stakeholders What You’ll NeedMinimum Qualifications6+ years of related career experience in Human Resources particularly including Business Partnering, Employee Relations, Change Management, Performance Management, Organisational Development, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, and Compensation Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of relevant career experience and expertisePreferred QualificationsCIPD or relevant country-specific HR professional certificationPreferred experience in a global, high-growth technology companyExtensive knowledge of employment regulations and legislation across Europe - specific exposure to Denmark, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain and UK is a plusAbility to build trust and credibility with key business partners and all levels of employees across the company, including executive managementStrong ability to coach, provide guidance, influence, and facilitate healthy dialogueEffective leadership and strategic influencing skillsExcellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsAble to translate strategic initiatives into operational plansThrives in an employee-centric, collaborative team environmentSelf-motivated with strong propensity for action, results, and continuous improvementAble to work in a high-energy, fast paced, rapidly changing environmentStrong commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)A high level of confidentiality and demonstrated good judgmentAbility to handle highly sensitive matters in a timely and professional mannerTravel Requirements & Working ConditionsUp to 15% travel for internal meetings and events Workiva is a digital workplace with a “work where you work best” philosophy offering remote working flexibility. People & Culture team members attend training, meetings and business reviews 3-4x per month in their local office and are encouraged to build productive relationships face to faceReliable internet access for any period of time working remotely and not in a Workiva officeWhere You’ll WorkOur values drive how we work and who we hire. You will see these values ingrained in how we support our customers, work with team members, build our products and in the work environment we’ve created.We believe our people are our greatest asset, and our unique culture gives employees the opportunity to make an impact everyday. We give our employees the freedom and resources they need—backed by our culture of collaboration and diverse thought—to continue innovating and breaking new ground. We hire talented people with a wide range of skills and experiences who are eager to tackle some of today’s most challenging problems.At Workiva, you’ll enjoy: Casual Dress: Workiva has a casual work environment, most people wear jeans to the office.Involvement: Ability to participate in Business Employee Resource Groups (Black, Hispanic, Asian, Women, Rainbow (LGBTQIA+), Veterans, Disabilities), Volunteering, Company wide celebrations, and moreWork-life Balance: We have competitive PTO, VTO and Parental Leave. We encourage employees to spend time enjoying life outside of work. Learn more about life at Workiva: https://www.linkedin.com/company/workiva/Learn more about benefits: https://www.workiva.com/careers/benefitsWorkiva is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that great minds think differently. We value diversity of backgrounds, beliefs, and interests, and we recognize diversity as an important source of intellectual thought, varied perspective, and innovation.  Employment decisions are made without regard to age, gender identity, race, religion, disability status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.  Workiva is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email talentacquisition@workiva.com.#LI-BL1