The HR Director, EMEA will oversee HR operations and talent management for over 180 employees, enforce company culture, and drive organizational effectiveness across the region.
HR Director, EMEA
About us: Accuris, a company long-known for accelerating innovation in engineering workflows and supporting the vibrancy of the engineering community, launched in May 2023 as a standalone company. Accuris was formerly known as S&P Global's Engineering Solutions division. The Company is valued for its standards content and workflow solutions like Engineering Workbench, Goldfire, Haystack and Parts Management Solutions.
Position Overview
The HR Director, EMEA will work with CHRO on overseeing HR operations and talent management for 180+ employees across 7 countries. This position will oversee a small team and will take a leading role in enforcing the company culture for the EMEA region.
Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), this role will drive organizational effectiveness, talent development, and HR operational excellence throughout the region.
Key Responsibilities
HR Operations Management
- Supervise an HR Generalist and oversee day-to-day HR operations including compensation, benefits, performance management, and employee relations
- Ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations across all operating countries
- Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures that promote consistency while respecting local requirements
- Monitor and optimize HR processes and systems to improve efficiency and employee experience
- Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers
Strategic Leadership
- Represent the Americas region when working with an international team and CHRO to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives
- Provide strategic HR guidance to regional business leaders and manage complex employee relations issues
- Lead change management initiatives and ensure effective communication across all levels
Talent Management
- Lead succession planning and career development programs across the region
- Oversee performance management processes and ensure alignment with company objectives
- Develop and execute learning and development initiatives to build organizational capabilities
- Drive employee engagement initiatives and monitor effectiveness through various metrics
People Analytics & Reporting
- Prepare regular reports on workforce analytics for executive leadership
- Identify trends and provide data-driven recommendations for improvement
Qualifications
Required Experience
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in an HR leadership role
- Experience in providing HR support in Poland. Experience supporting Germany, Italy, Spain, Denmark, UK is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of labor laws and employment practices in key markets.
- Track record of successfully leading organizational change and transformation initiatives.
Skills & Competencies
- Strategic thinking and business acumen
- Outstanding leadership and team management capabilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Cultural awareness and ability to work effectively across diverse environments
- Fluent in Polish and English is required. Germany, French, Italian and Spanish is a plus.
Personal Qualities
This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape and influence the HR function across a diverse regional operation while working with senior leadership to drive organizational success.
About Company Statement:
Accuris delivers essential intelligence that powers decision making. We provide the world's leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead. We think differently, combining the knowledge and resources of an established company with the unapologetic boldness of a startup. https://accuristech.com/
Our mission: build an evolvable knowledge and data platform that enables STEM professionals to unlock and deliver innovation to the world's most complex problems.
Accuris provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
About us: Accuris, a company long-known for accelerating innovation in engineering workflows and supporting the vibrancy of the engineering community, launched in May 2023 as a standalone company. Accuris was formerly known as S&P Global's Engineering Solutions division. The Company is valued for its standards content and workflow solutions like Engineering Workbench, Goldfire, Haystack and Parts Management Solutions.
Position Overview
The HR Director, EMEA will work with CHRO on overseeing HR operations and talent management for 180+ employees across 7 countries. This position will oversee a small team and will take a leading role in enforcing the company culture for the EMEA region.
Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), this role will drive organizational effectiveness, talent development, and HR operational excellence throughout the region.
Key Responsibilities
HR Operations Management
- Supervise an HR Generalist and oversee day-to-day HR operations including compensation, benefits, performance management, and employee relations
- Ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations across all operating countries
- Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures that promote consistency while respecting local requirements
- Monitor and optimize HR processes and systems to improve efficiency and employee experience
- Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers
Strategic Leadership
- Represent the Americas region when working with an international team and CHRO to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives
- Provide strategic HR guidance to regional business leaders and manage complex employee relations issues
- Lead change management initiatives and ensure effective communication across all levels
Talent Management
- Lead succession planning and career development programs across the region
- Oversee performance management processes and ensure alignment with company objectives
- Develop and execute learning and development initiatives to build organizational capabilities
- Drive employee engagement initiatives and monitor effectiveness through various metrics
People Analytics & Reporting
- Prepare regular reports on workforce analytics for executive leadership
- Identify trends and provide data-driven recommendations for improvement
Qualifications
Required Experience
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in an HR leadership role
- Experience in providing HR support in Poland. Experience supporting Germany, Italy, Spain, Denmark, UK is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of labor laws and employment practices in key markets.
- Track record of successfully leading organizational change and transformation initiatives.
Skills & Competencies
- Strategic thinking and business acumen
- Outstanding leadership and team management capabilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Cultural awareness and ability to work effectively across diverse environments
- Fluent in Polish and English is required. Germany, French, Italian and Spanish is a plus.
Personal Qualities
- Results-oriented with a strong sense of ownership
- Ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization
- Able to work independently
- High degree of integrity and professional ethics
- Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative approach with strong stakeholder management skill
This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape and influence the HR function across a diverse regional operation while working with senior leadership to drive organizational success.
About Company Statement:
Accuris delivers essential intelligence that powers decision making. We provide the world's leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead. We think differently, combining the knowledge and resources of an established company with the unapologetic boldness of a startup. https://accuristech.com/
Our mission: build an evolvable knowledge and data platform that enables STEM professionals to unlock and deliver innovation to the world's most complex problems.
Accuris provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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