Sr. Manager, People Partnerships (EMEA)

Back to jobs Sr. Manager, People Partnerships (EMEA) London, UK Apply For over 20 years, Smartsheet has helped people and teams achieve–well, anything. From seamless work management to smart, scalable solutions, we’ve always worked with flow. We’re building tools that empower teams to automate the manual, uncover insights, and scale smarter. But more than that, we’re creating space– space to think big, take action, and unlock the kind of work that truly matters. Because when challenge meets purpose, and passion turns into progress, that’s magic at work, and it’s what we show up for everyday. Smartsheet is a tech company with a human story to tell. We’re here to empower teams to manage projects, automate workflows, and rapidly build new secure solutions, using simple no-code tools. We’re revolutionaries – so for us changing the way the world works is all in a day’s work. You Will: Play a critical role on People & Culture (P&C) leadership team, helping set HR strategy across the organisation and serving as the People Business Partner for the EMEA leadership and teams Function as a subject matter expert for EMEA HR practices and employment laws and ensures compliance and adaptation in-region for HR program support and cultural resonance.  Effectively leads and manages a team of People Business Partners Lead a team that supports complex organisational and talent issues - identifying, monitoring, and reporting on trends early, mapping out solutions, and executing against the best solutions for the organisation and its employees Lead change management and culture work across the business Model, lead and enable PBPs to coach people leaders regarding team effectiveness, change management, and leadership  Partner with P&C Centers of Excellence (compensation, talent management, recruiting, etc.) to ensure that HR programs and processes are aligned with the business needs and are well executed Identify and support business initiatives with related HR & people needs; ensure delivery & successful implementation of all HR programs Support the implementation and adoption of organisation's HR programs, procedures, policy and practice Motivate, challenge and inspire employees to achieve business objectives Oversee training and development of team members and make effective staffing decisions Promote and ensure the completion of the organisation's performance management process Provide coaching, direction and leadership support to employees in order to achieve department, organisation, and customer results You Have: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field or equivalent years of relatable experience; advanced degree a plus Progressive HR experience, with a combination of direct client support, people leadership, and management coaching experience Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with individuals inside and outside Smartsheet in a way consistent with our values and commitment to service Demonstrated competence in the various HR functional areas, especially employee relations and change management Direct, approachable, and clear written and verbal communicator Strong attention to detail with high level of accuracy Ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities, demonstrate good personal judgment, and effectively handle tasks under pressure Flexibility in handling workload fluctuations and multiple requests Acute understanding of confidentiality and access to sensitive information Advanced level of proficiency using Microsoft Office and Google for Work preferred Experience with Smartsheet and Workday preferred Perks & Benefits: Employer-paid Private Medical and Dental, additional cost for family members Monthly contributions toward your pension Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity 25 days paid for Holiday + Bank Holidays + Flexible Time Away Program 20 weeks fully paid Maternity Leave 12 weeks fully paid Paternity/Adoption Leave Personal paid Volunteer Day to support our community Opportunities for professional growth and development including access to Udemy online courses Company Funded Perks including a counseling membership, salary sacrifice options, and your own personal Smartsheet account. 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