Job Description

ABOUT TIDEAt Tide, we are building a finance platform designed to save small businesses time and money. We provide our members with business accounts and related banking services, but also a comprehensive set of connected administrative solutions from invoicing to accounting.Launched in 2017, Tide is now used by over 1 million small businesses across the world and is available to UK, Indian and German SMEs. Headquartered in central London, with offices in Sofia, Hyderabad, Delhi, Berlin and Belgrade, Tide employs over 2000 employees.Tide is rapidly growing, expanding into new markets and always looking for passionate and driven people. Join us in our mission to empower small businesses and help them save time and money.ABOUT THE TEAMThe People Partnering team at Tide plays a pivotal role in driving business success by acting as strategic advisors and coaches to leaders at all levels. We provide expert guidance on organisational design, talent development, employee relations, and engagement, ensuring a positive and high-performance culture. Embedded within the business, we use data-driven insights to shape policies, pre-empt workforce challenges, and lead high-impact initiatives that enable Tideans to do work they love.ABOUT THE ROLEAs Head of People Partnering for UK & Europe, you will:

• Design and implement a People Partnering strategy for the Tide's UK & Europe business that supports business objectives, enhances the employee experience, and fosters a high-performance culture.
• Act as a strategic partner and advisor to the CEO of Tide's UK & Europe business and the UK & Europe management team, providing expert guidance on organisational design, workforce planning, performance management, and employee relations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of People Partners, ensuring they are equipped to support leaders and teams across various markets. Foster a culture of collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with business leaders to drive employee engagement, interpret survey insights, and implement targeted action plans to enhance team satisfaction, retention, and productivity.
• Ensure HR policies and programs align with relevant employment laws and industry best practices while managing cross-border employment complexities.
• Use HR analytics to inform people strategies, track key workforce metrics, and present actionable insights to business leaders.
• Oversee performance management, career development, and succession planning initiatives to build a strong talent pipeline and support internal mobility.
• Support business leaders in driving organisational change, equipping them with the necessary people management tools to ensure smooth transitions and sustained business performance.
• Provide direct coaching to managers on complex employee relations matters, leadership development, and team effectiveness.
• Embed diversity, equity, and inclusion across all aspects of people partnering, ensuring it remains a core pillar of talent, engagement, and leadership strategies.
• Upholding and promoting the values of Tide in all interactions and decisions.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Progressive HR leadership experience, including direct partnership with SVPs / C-Suite leaders.
• Extensive experience partnering with cross-cultural leadership teams.
• Experience leading HR for a commercial and operations client groups.
• Experience with line management of both junior and senior People Partners.
• Good understanding of global HR practices and employment laws, particularly in India and various European countries.
• Strong client focus with outstanding judgement, critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to align HR strategies with business goals.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive change at pace and foster a positive organisational culture.

WHAT YOU WILL GET IN RETURNOur location-specific employee benefits are designed to cater to the unique needs of Tideans:

• Self & Family Health Insurance
• Term & Life Insurance
• OPD Benefits
• Mental wellbeing through Plumm
• Learning & Development Budget
• WFH Setup allowance
• 15 days of Privilege leaves
• 12 days of Casual leaves
• 12 days of Sick leaves
• 3 paid days off for volunteering or L&D activities
• Stock Options

TIDEAN WAYS OF WORKINGAt Tide, we champion a flexible workplace model that supports both in-person and remote work to cater to the specific needs of our different teams.While remote work is supported, we believe in the power of face-to-face interactions to foster team spirit and collaboration. Our offices are designed as hubs for innovation and team-building, where we encourage regular in-person gatherings to foster a strong sense of community.
#LI-AC1 #LI-HybridTIDE IS A PLACE FOR EVERYONEAt Tide, we believe that we can only succeed if we let our differences enrich our culture. Our Tideans come from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels. We consider everyone irrespective of their ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity or differently-abled status. We celebrate diversity in our workforce as a cornerstone of our success. Our commitment to a broad spectrum of ideas and backgrounds is what enables us to build products that resonate with our members' diverse needs and lives.We are One Team and foster a transparent and inclusive environment, where everyone's voice is heard.At Tide, we thrive on diversity, embracing various backgrounds and experiences. We welcome all individuals regardless of ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Our inclusive culture is key to our success, helping us build products that meet our members' diverse needs. We are One Team, committed to transparency and ensuring everyone's voice is heard.You personal data will be processed by Tide for recruitment purposes and in accordance with .

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