Human Resource Business Partner

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Appian is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) who will deliver people and organisational solutions within the EMEA region, specifically focussed on the UK. This role offers the unique opportunity to help drive the impact of the HRBP function in a growing organisation. The HRBP will serve as a proactive consultant and adviser to business unit leaders in the effective management of their workforce through performance management, employee engagement, talent assessments, leadership development, succession planning and more. They will implement people and organisational solutions across the client group they support. They will measure/monitor the needs of employees and the leaders they support through effectively building and developing relationships across all levels of the organisation.

The HRBP will utilise diagnostics and tools to address and understand organisational dynamics to align with the business environment, implement and refine long and short term continuous improvement initiatives while managing the day‑to‑day tactical issues and requirements. The HRBP will effectively interact with business leaders at all levels, possess excellent communication skills, strong business acumen and work effectively across multiple geographies. This role will be based in our London office with responsibility for all business groups and employees within the UK.

• Act as a strategic HR partner for business leaders - build relationships with senior business leaders to offer thought leadership on organisational and people-related strategy and execution.
• Function as a consultant and counselor to key leaders and their respective organisations; engage in strategic planning meetings to translate business needs into People plans.
• Act as a lead on complex employee relations cases, providing the commercial insight and confidence needed to make timely, fair, and robust decisions.
• Support the development of local HR policies and processes that are specific to the sub‑region.
• Provide expertise and coaching in areas such as career planning, performance management, coaching, learning and development, recognition, people integration strategies and strategic development to business leaders.
• Resolve conflicts and mediate employee issues.
• Develop and drive strategies to develop, engage and retain strong and diverse talent.
• Enable and effectively manage ongoing change.
• Use and request data strategically.
• Identify and surface trends in both qualitative and quantitative data to help improve organisational health, understand when data will assist in making smart, informed decisions and to monitor the "pulse" of employees to ensure a high level of employee engagement.
• Identify and deploy impactful people strategies and policies that enable the organisation to perform effectively and scale efficiently as it grows.
• Lead the facilitation and management of all People programs within the department (performance reviews, employee surveys, development programs, etc.).
• Partner with global HRBP organisation to ensure effective communications and delivery of HR programs globally.
• Partner with other People Team groups as a cross‑functional team across HR Operations, Talent Acquisition, L&D, Compensation, Legal and Benefits on communications, projects and best practices.
• Collaborate with these teams to ensure high‑quality implementation of critical operating rhythms such as performance management and compensation planning, leveraging resources as appropriate.
• This position currently has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Business or another related field.
• Established experience in Human Resource management and/or business partner functions with particular experience in employee relations and leadership coaching.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organisational diagnosis, employee relations, performance management, and European employment laws.
• Excellent business acumen.
• An ability to dive deep on client issues provide thought leadership and drive impact/business outcomes.
• Detailed‑oriented, highly organized, and data driven.
• Adept at setting and tracking goals and managing process.
• Language skills requirements: Fluent in English reading and writing.

Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department‑specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First‑Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.

Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialised department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.

Community: We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee‑led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.

Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family‑forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country—please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.

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Appian is an equal opportunity employer that strives to attract and retain the best talent. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Appian provides reasonable accommodations to applicants in accordance with all applicable laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at ReasonableAccommodations@appian.com. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.