[31687] - Senior HR Business Partner

<p data-path-to-node="0">At CI&amp;T, we help large enterprises transform the potential of AI into real business impact with AI Deployment, AI-native execution, and tech-integrated business solutions.</p> <p data-path-to-node="1">With 30 years of experience in technological transformation, we accelerate innovation with expertise in Agentic SDLC, Application modernization, Data &amp; AI, Martech and Business strategy.</p> <p data-path-to-node="3">We are 8,000 CI&amp;Ters across more than 25 countries, collaborating to build solutions with real impact. AI is already part of how we work, evolve, and innovate every day.</p><div><br></div><div> <h2 dir="ltr">About the Role</h2> <p dir="ltr">We’re looking for an experienced and commercially minded&nbsp;<strong>Senior HR Business Partner</strong>&nbsp;to join our People &amp; Culture team and partner closely with senior leaders across EMEA.</p> <p dir="ltr">This is a high-impact, hands-on role for an HR professional who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and enjoys operating at both a strategic and operational level. You’ll play a key role in translating business priorities into people strategies that enable growth, strengthen organisational culture and deliver measurable business outcomes.</p> <p dir="ltr">With teams across the&nbsp;<strong>UK, Portugal and Brazil</strong>, you’ll bring a strong understanding of working across different cultures and markets, while helping the organisation navigate transformation and change.</p> <p dir="ltr">You’ll have the opportunity to influence leadership decisions, shape organisational design, develop talent and succession pipelines, strengthen performance management, and lead initiatives that enhance the overall employee experience.</p> <h2 dir="ltr">What You’ll Do</h2> <h3 dir="ltr">Partner with Senior Leadership</h3> <ul style="list-style-type: '• ';"> <li> <p dir="ltr">Act as a trusted strategic partner to senior leaders across EMEA, providing insight and challenge on people, organisational structure, performance and workforce matters.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Translate business strategy and evolving priorities into practical People &amp; Culture solutions.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Support leaders in making informed, people-focused decisions in a fast-moving environment.</p> </li> </ul> <h3 dir="ltr">Drive People Strategy &amp; Transformation</h3> <ul style="list-style-type: '• ';"> <li> <p dir="ltr">Develop and deliver People &amp; Culture initiatives that directly support business objectives and deliver measurable impact.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Lead and contribute to organisational transformation and change initiatives across the region.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, policies and ways of working, ensuring they remain agile and fit for purpose.</p> </li> </ul> <h3 dir="ltr">Lead Core HR Processes</h3> <ul style="list-style-type: '• ';"> <li> <p dir="ltr">Own and support end-to-end workforce planning and headcount management.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Drive succession planning and talent development pipelines.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Lead performance management cycles, including calibration and development planning.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Support employee engagement, culture and organisational effectiveness initiatives.</p> </li> </ul> <h3 dir="ltr">Use Data to Drive Decisions</h3> <ul style="list-style-type: '• ';"> <li> <p dir="ltr">Leverage people analytics and HR metrics to identify trends, opportunities and areas for improvement.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Turn data and insights into clear recommendations for leaders.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Use evidence-based approaches to continuously improve people processes and employee experience across diverse teams.</p> </li> </ul> <h3 dir="ltr">Coach &amp; Develop Leaders</h3> <ul style="list-style-type: '• ';"> <li> <p dir="ltr">Provide hands-on coaching to leaders on effective people management, feedback, performance, conflict resolution and leadership development.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Help leaders build high-performing, inclusive teams and foster a culture of open communication and continuous improvement.</p> </li> </ul> <h3 dir="ltr">Collaborate Across People &amp; Culture</h3> <ul style="list-style-type: '• ';"> <li> <p dir="ltr">Work closely with Talent Acquisition, People Development, Compensation &amp; Benefits and Culture teams.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Ensure HR policies, programmes and practices are aligned, consistent and responsive to the needs of the business and our people.</p> </li> </ul> <h2 dir="ltr">What We’re Looking For</h2> <p dir="ltr">You’ll bring:</p> <ul style="list-style-type: '• ';"> <li> <p dir="ltr">Proven experience in an&nbsp;<strong>HR Business Partner, People Partner or strategic HR role</strong>, ideally within an organisation experiencing significant growth, transformation or change.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">A strong track record of partnering with senior leaders in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">A hands-on approach, with the ability to move confidently between strategic thinking and operational delivery.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Strong experience across performance management, talent development, succession planning and organisational culture.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Excellent commercial and strategic thinking, with the ability to understand business priorities and translate them into effective people solutions.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Experience working across different countries, cultures and organisational contexts within EMEA.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">A strong analytical mindset, with experience using people data, HR metrics and reporting to inform decisions and improve processes.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Exceptional communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">The ability to build trusted relationships at all levels and confidently challenge and coach senior leaders.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">A proven ability to operate effectively through ambiguity, change and evolving organisational priorities.</p> </li> </ul> <h2 dir="ltr">Nice to Have</h2> <ul style="list-style-type: '• ';"> <li> <p dir="ltr">Experience working within a&nbsp;<strong>technology, startup or high-growth environment</strong>.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Experience leading organisational transformation or change management initiatives across multiple regions.</p> </li> <li> <p dir="ltr">Knowledge of&nbsp;<strong>Portuguese</strong>&nbsp;would be an advantage.</p> </li> </ul> </div><div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="font-size: 16px;">Collaboration is our superpower, diversity unites us, and excellence is our standard.&nbsp;</span></div> <div><span style="font-size: 16px;">We value diverse identities and life experiences, fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe work environment. 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