Regional Director, People Partner (EMEA)

TL;DR

Regional Director, People Partner (EMEA): Leading people strategy for the EMEA region, aligning global talent strategy with regional business priorities and partnering with local leaders across various functions. Focus on enabling business growth, scaling the support model, and shaping employee experience while ensuring compliance with local labor laws.

Location: London, UK. Must have and maintain the right to work in the United Kingdom from the first day of employment. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Company

hirify.global is a global technology and data company that helps investment professionals provide the most informed, precise guidance for their clients.

What you will do

• Act as the primary advisor to EMEA leaders, partnering with Global PBPs to localize workforce plans.
• Architect EMEA-specific policies (benefits, handbooks, and compliance), reducing dependency on US-centric processes while maintaining global brand alignment.
• Lead the alignment of HR practices across the UK, Poland, Switzerland, and Dubai.
• Provide dotted-line leadership to regional TA, Talent Development, and People Operations teams.
• Lead complex regional efforts, such as site expansions or org redesigns.
• Drive localized engagement strategies and action planning to sustain a values-aligned culture across diverse EMEA offices.

Requirements

• Experienced People Business Partner with experience leading people strategy in the EMEA region.
• Strong background supporting or operating within a U.S.-headquartered company.
• Skilled in coaching, organizational design, performance and talent development, change management, and workforce planning.
• Adept at using data and insights to shape talent decisions and influence senior stakeholders.
• Deep knowledge of European labor relations, including experience navigating Works Councils, trade unions, or localized employee representative bodies.
• A confident, clear communicator with excellent listening and influencing skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible workforce model with offices in New York City, Salt Lake City, London, Edinburgh, Pune, Dubai, Geneva, and São Paulo.
• Values-driven culture focused on acting like an owner, building together, championing clients, driving innovation, and embracing learning.
• Commitment to equal opportunity employment and promoting a welcoming environment with inclusion and belonging.