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Senior Manager, People Business Partners, Engineering

GitLabWorkFromHome, Gauteng, South Africa

1 day ago

Job description

Overview

Senior Manager, People Business Partners, Engineering at GitLab. This role supports the Engineering Organization in the EMEA region, acting as a trusted advisor, coach, and change agent to senior leadership with data-driven people insights to align business objectives with people solutions.

What You’ll Do

Support the AI Engineering and Platforms Engineering teams, including two VP leaders and their teams.
Influence and execute a people strategy that supports local organization and business goals.
Consult on global expansion efforts in the region, including participating in due diligence.
Partner with the broader People Business Partners and People Group to implement GitLab's People programs and policies locally.
Advise on People programs and solutions to support EMEA regional needs based on local expertise.
Collaborate with Team Member Relations (TMR) and legal teams on HR compliance, local employment law, and regulatory requirements in the EMEA region.
Consult and inform local regulatory bodies such as Works Councils on topics affecting employment or working conditions.
Use data to identify trends and develop solutions to drive results.
Maintain deep expertise in client groups’ business, operating model, objectives, and industry trends.
Partner with client group leadership and People groups to drive a talent strategy focused on engagement and retention; coordinate with Total Rewards and Talent & Engagement on trends and retention levers.
Provide guidance on business unit restructures, workforce planning, and succession planning.
Own iterations related to company-wide Talent Programs, including annual Talent Assessment and Compensation Reviews.
Facilitate connections to other People Group DRIs to ensure focus on high-impact work and engagement of relevant DRIs.

What You’ll Bring

Relevant, progressive People Business Partner experience supporting executive leaders.

Proven experience in a fast-paced, technology company as a PBP, focused on supporting the EMEA region.

Experience partnering with other PBPs to support business strategy and local EMEA requirements.

In-depth knowledge of EMEA employment law and regulations; experience with local regulatory bodies such as Works Councils.

Experience in HR areas such as organizational design, leadership development, change management, performance management, and employee relations.

Results-driven with the ability to manage full-cycle projects and deliver on time.

Strong problem-solving, initiative, and resourcefulness.

Very strong EQ and sound judgment.

Experience working with Global Talent across regions; remote experience preferred.

Comfortable with high volume, fast-paced workload and ability to switch between strategic and tactical work.

Bachelor’s degree preferred; Master’s or HR certification strongly preferred.

How GitLab Will Support You

Benefits to support health, finances, and well-being

All remote, asynchronous work environment

Flexible Paid Time Off

Team Member Resource Groups

Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Growth and Development Fund

Parental leave

Home office support

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GitLab hires new team members in countries around the world. All roles are remote, but some roles may have location-based eligibility. Our Talent Acquisition team can answer location questions after starting the recruiting process.

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