Senior People Partner aligning people initiatives with Upvest's business growth strategies. Managing performance appraisal systems and leading organizational development in a high-growth fintech environment.
Responsibilities
Act as a strategic partner to the business, aligning people initiatives with overall company objectives.
Manage the end-to-end performance appraisal system, linking people performance directly to business outcomes.
Drive leadership excellence, designing and implementing leadership development programs.
Lead the evolution of job architecture and career frameworks for transparent progression paths.
Lead salary benchmarking initiatives and creation of competitive salary bands.
Consult with leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent challenges.
Utilize a data-driven approach to analyze organizational health and develop improvements.
Ensure compliance and provide guidance on employment law matters across Germany, the UK, and Europe.
Requirements
Proven experience as a Senior People Partner or HR Business Partner in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Expertise in performance management, with a track record of managing complex appraisal systems end-to-end.
Extensive experience building and implementing Career Frameworks and Job Levels in a high-growth or scaling environment.
Deep knowledge of salary benchmarking methodologies and experience building structured salary bands.
Proven experience in building leadership frameworks and nurturing a collaborative leadership culture.
Strong command of German employment landscape, with additional knowledge of UK and European regulations.
Advanced analytical skills for translating organizational health data into actionable strategies.
A consultative mindset with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive change.
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to simplify complex people topics for various audiences.
A proactive, owner-oriented approach to problem-solving and results delivery.
Benefits
30 days of annual leave
Sports benefits
Professional coaching
Flexibility to work remotely abroad for up to 183 days a year
One-month fully paid sabbatical after every 4 years of working
Personal development budget
Choice to work from any hubs in Berlin, London or Tallinn
Competitive above-market salary
Participation in employee equity program
Company-wide events such as UpFest, dinners, offsites, and holiday party
Commitment to culture of inclusion through Employee Resources Groups
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