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Job Title: HR Business Partner Engineering & Product
Location: Šenčur, Slovenia, Reading (United Kingdom) or Austria
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Summary:
This role will be integral in aligning HR initiatives with business goals, driving talent strategies to support Global Engineering and Product functional objectives, and ensuring best-in-class HR practices within the EMEA region. The HR Business Partner (HRBP) will act as a trusted advisor to engineering and product and regional leaders, providing guidance on workforce planning, talent development, performance management, and employee engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic HR Partnership
1. Serve as a strategic partner to the Engineering & Product leadership team, aligning HR programs and initiatives with business goals to support revenue growth and organizational effectiveness.
2. Collaborate with engineering & Product leaders to develop and implement people strategies that drive performance, engagement, and retention.
Talent and Organizational Management and Development
3. Lead organization readiness reviews with the engineering and product team, including identifying high-potential employees, succession planning, and career pathing and future skills requirements.
4. Partner with leaders to create and execute talent development plans that improve engineering and product team capabilities, including training programs, skill development, and leadership training.
5. Collaborate with functional area leaders and the recruiting team to develop and execute workforce planning strategies that meet business objectives.
6. Assist with the recruitment of key roles, including participating in interviews as requested and assessing candidates for cultural fit and long-term potential.
7. Conduct regular assessments of talent needs within Engineering & Product to ensure a robust talent pipeline and strong succession planning.
8. Support onboarding initiatives to ensure a seamless transition for new hires, aligning onboarding practices with team dynamics and regional requirements, working closely with HR shared services.
Performance Management and Coaching
9. Support the adoption of the performance management process, including setting objectives, coaching managers in facilitating coaching conversations, performance reviews and tracking utilization of 1x1 and Performance Enablement Plan (PEPs).
10. Lead performance calibration session with Executives and next level leaders in department.
11. Advise managers on providing constructive feedback, handling performance issues, and building high-performing teams within Engineering & Product.
12. Lead initiatives to foster a culture of continuous feedback, accountability, and recognition across the Engineering & Product organization.
HR Analytics and Reporting
13. Utilize HR metrics and data to provide insights to the engineering and product teams, helping to drive data-driven decisions related to hiring, performance, retention, and engagement.
14. Prepare regular reports on key HR metrics, such as turnover, engagement, and workforce diversity, to monitor progress and support planning.
Employee Engagement and Culture
15. Collaborate with leaders to review pulse surveys, feedback sessions, and other engagement activities to assess employee sentiment and identify areas for improvement.
16. Support leaders to develop and implement engagement initiatives tailored to the needs of the team, creating a culture of collaboration, motivation, and productivity.
17. Partner with the Engineering & Product leadership (with the Local Loftie Club, LLC) to design programs that enhance employee experience and build a strong, positive organizational culture.
18. Facilitate resolution of Employee Relations matters escalated by the HR shared service people partners for ER matters in Engineering & Product
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
19. Champion DEI efforts within Engineering & Product, ensuring an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and supported.
20. Work with the global People team to design and implement programs and initiatives that drive diversity within the team and promote an inclusive workplace.
21. Provide guidance to leaders on fostering diverse teams and promoting inclusive behaviors.
Compensation, Benefits, and Rewards
22. Partner with HR shared services to provide guidance on compensation benchmarking and incentive plans
23. Work with engineering and product leadership to design and implement recognition programs that celebrate achievements and reinforce performance culture.
Compliance and Policy Management
24. In collaboration with HR Shared Services ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, advising on HR policies and procedures to mitigate risks and maintain legal standards.
25. Collaborate with HR Shared services and compliance to conduct regular HR training sessions on compliance topics, such as anti-harassment, diversity, and data privacy.
Change Management and Communication
26. Support change management initiatives, particularly around organizational restructuring, new engineering and product programs, and system implementations, helping leaders to communicate effectively and ensure smooth transitions.
27. Communicate effectively with Engineering & Product groups to ensure alignment on HR initiatives, updates to policies, and company-wide changes.
Requirements
28. 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including experience partnering with Engineering and/or Product organizations in a SaaS or technology environment
29. Proven ability to act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, aligning people strategies with business goals
30. Strong experience in workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, and talent development
31. Hands-on experience supporting performance management processes, coaching managers, and leading calibration discussions
32. Experience using HR data and metrics to drive insights and inform decisions around engagement, retention, and growth
33. Confident handling complex employee relations matters with sound judgment and discretion
34. Experience supporting organizational change and communicating effectively in global, matrixed environments
35. A proven track record of partnering with the business to drive growth through a human lens.
36. Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.
We win with inclusion
At Loftware, inclusion, diversity, and belonging are paramount to our success and our culture. We are an equal opportunities employer. This means we are committed to recruiting qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential.
About us
We make the Supply Chain work
At Loftware, our end-to-end cloud-based labeling platform helps businesses of all sizes manage labeling across their operations and supply chain and our solutions are used to print over 51 billion labels every year. With over 500 industry experts and 1,000 global partners, Loftware maintains a global presence with offices in the US, UK, Germany, Slovenia, China, and Singapore making us a trusted partner for companies in automotive, chemicals, clinical trials, consumer products, electronics, food & beverage, manufacturing, medical device, pharmaceuticals, retail/apparel, and more.
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