Director, Human Resources, EMEA

At Elastic, we see endless possibility in a world of endless data. And we use the power of search to help people and organizations turn that possibility into results. Elastic is the leading platform for search-powered solutions. With solutions in Enterprise Search, Observability, and Security, we help improve customer and employee search experiences, keep critical applications running smoothly, and protect against cyber threats. Elastic enables organizations worldwide to use the power of Elastic, including Netflix, Uber, BBC, Microsoft, and thousands of others.

Elastic was built on a foundation of being free and open, which trickles down to how we work. We’re a distributed organization and have been from the beginning. Being distributed isn’t just a way of doing business—it’s a mentality that is at the core of our culture.

To support our continued growth, we are hiring a Director, Human Resources Business Partner to work with our EMEA Sales/Field Operations.

As an accomplished Senior HR Business Partner who thrives in navigating ambiguity, and adapting quickly to a changing environment. Proficient in coaching leaders, anticipating challenges, diagnosing problems, recommending solutions, and leading programs that have a direct impact on the success of the organization. Need to be able to balance critical thinking regarding long-term business priorities along with day-to-day needs. Being a change agent is part of your leadership toolkit.

Working closely with the other Senior HRBPs and Functional Leaders, to address business challenges through people solutions. Collaborate across functions and geographies while thinking differently about how we approach work and teams. You will work through our Centers of Excellence to influence and provide solutions for HR-related activities, including employee relations, compensation management, organizational planning, and employee engagement.

You Will:

• Partner with the regional GTM leadership team to build programs that scale the organization, grow strong teams, and develop outstanding leaders
• Partner with the global HRBP leaders for Marketing and G&A to ensure regional consistency
• Play a key role in the implementation of new initiatives and projects including; compensation strategy, performance management, talent management, and career development
• Partner with our COE colleagues bringing comprehensive solutions to sophisticated people issues
• Contribute to building employee engagement strategies and recognition programs
• Provide management coaching and training where needed to senior leaders
• Use analytical capabilities to influence business partners with recommendations that are based on valuable data
• Lead people practices that cultivate innovation and collaboration

Required Skills and Experience:

• Extensive experience in human resource management, and especially in organizational transformation, and coaching
• Key experience in Tech and SaaS companies is a must.
• Experience in providing HRBP support to a Field Operations organization
• Elastic is still growing and implementing processes! So a strategic, critical problem solver who isn’t afraid to get into the weeds; has a passion for working as a team
• Build effective relationships, using your influencing skills to lead change and drive desired outcomes
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• A high degree of integrity and honesty; ability to exercise confidentiality and neutrality in complex and unique situations
• Strong interpersonal communication, and leadership capabilities
• Adapt to changing business situations, comfortable working in high growth, fast-paced environment
• An ability to roll with the punches is a plus, and sometimes a sense of humor is key!

Additional Information - We Take Care of Our People

As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do.

We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do.

• Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary
• Health coverage for you and your family in many locations
• Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles
• Generous number of vacation days each year
• Double your charitable giving - We match up to $1500 (or local currency equivalent)
• Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love
• Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave

Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is committed to diversity as well as inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to the principles of affirmative action. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. If you require any reasonable accessibility support, please email candidate_accessibility@elastic.co.

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