Senior HR Generalist

Join to apply for the Senior HR Generalist - EMEA role at CanonicalCanonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office‑based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.The company is founder‑led, profitable and growing.We require an HR function that thinks and acts globally. We're looking for a Senior HR Generalist to offer their expertise to our EMEA region. It's an exciting time to join with the opportunity to help shape and create an HR function for the future. The senior role will serve as a driver and practitioner in both regional and global HR initiatives. You will join a global team of HR professionals to provide precise, compliant and scalable HR operations to the business, advise and execute on HR issues across the whole employee life‑cycle, and partner with leadership in your region. You will have an analytical approach, a keen eye for detail and the ability to interpret data trends and themes.Location: This role will be based remotely in the EMEA regionThe role entailsDeliver precise and compliant HR operations in a timely manner and with the highest degree of accuracyInteract closely with the EMEA HR Manager and the Global Head of HR to create impact across all HR regionsBe accountable for HR processes such as talent development, succession planning, performance assessments, onboarding, culture and engagement initiatives that drive a high‑performing teamWork with managers across the business on performance management, organizational design, employee engagement, rewards‑ and workforce planningPartner with the HRIS team to develop and refine operational processes for day‑to‑day HR administrationCoach and advise people managers on the full spectrum of employee relations issues across multiple countriesPartner with people managers to support the delivery of appropriate training and development programsEstablish a trusted partnership with the business in your regionDrive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiativesDesign new policies and deliver on business‑critical HR related projects globallyWhat we are looking for in youExceptional academic track record from both high school and universityHR experience leading initiatives across regions within a technology businessRegional HR experience within EMEA (France, Germany and/or UK is a plus), with an understanding of local labor laws, competitive awareness and insightsExperience in business partnering with senior stakeholdersA good balance between leading and executing, in this role you will need to be hands‑on involved in the daily HR routinesExperience mentoring and developing othersStrong project management skills with the ability to define done and keep deliverables on trackExperience working in a remote‑first organizationAble to leverage data to make informed decisionsFluent in business English (written and spoken)Self‑motivated, organized, accurate, confident, authentic, results‑oriented, open‑minded and enthusiasticWillingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal eventsNice to have skillsExperience with immigration policies and mobility processesPayroll and/or benefits oversight experienceKnowledge of HR Systems and databasesProfessional HR certification(s)Facilitation skillsWhat we offer colleaguesDistributed work environment with twice‑yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass, and travel upgrades for long‑haul company eventsAbout CanonicalCanonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence – in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.Canonical is an equal‑opportunity employer.We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.Seniority levelMid‑Senior levelEmployment typeFull‑timeJob functionHuman ResourcesIndustriesSoftware Development#J-18808-Ljbffr