Regional Director, People Partner - EMEA

Who We Are Addepar is a global data and AI platform empowering investment professionals to turn complex financial information into actionable intelligence. Addepar unifies portfolio, market and client data in a total portfolio view and delivers AI-powered insights within investment and client workflows. More than 1,400 firms in nearly 60 countries use Addepar to manage and advise on nearly $9 trillion in assets. Its open platform integrates with nearly 650 software, data and consulting partners to power end-to-end investment operations across firms of all sizes and complexity. Addepar supports clients worldwide with offices in New York City, Salt Lake City, London, Edinburgh, Pune, Dubai, Geneva and São Paulo. The Role We are seeking a Head of EMEA People Business Partner to join our Global People Team and lead the people strategy for the EMEA region, including the UK, Switzerland, Dubai plus any new EMEA office locations. This leader will play a critical role in aligning global talent strategy with regional business priorities while providing exceptional partnership to local leaders across RD, Go-To-Market, and GA functions. EMEA is a high-priority growth region for Addepar, and this role will require a strong balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution. You’ll serve as the most senior People Team member in the region, responsible for enabling business growth, scaling the support model, and shaping employee experience. You will have direct management responsibility for one direct report and provide dotted-line leadership to the UK-based Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, and People Operations team. While the position carries strategic responsibilities, a willingness to roll up your sleeves and build from the ground up will be key to success. This position also requires experience operating in a U.S.-headquartered environment, with the ability to collaborate effectively across time zones, functions, and global teams. Applicants must have, and maintain, the right to work in the United Kingdom from the first day of employment. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role. What You’ll Do Regional Strategy Execution: Act as the primary advisor to EMEA leaders. Partner with Global PBPs to localize workforce plans and operationalize global org designs, ensuring headcount growth is feasible within local markets. Regional Policy Governance Partnership: Collaborate closely with the People Operations team to identify and prioritize EMEA-specific policy needs (e.g., benefits harmonization, local handbooks, and compliance). Act as the regional lead for the localized rollout of these initiatives, ensuring they reduce dependency on US-centric processes while maintaining alignment with Addepar’s global brand and values. HR Harmonization: Lead the alignment of practices across the UK, Switzerland, and Dubai to ensure operational efficiency and a consistent employee experience . Matrix Leadership Collaboration: Provide dotted-line leadership to regional TA, Talent Development, and People Operations teams. Partner with Global Centers of Excellence to ensure programs (Comp, Performance Management) are executed in-region effectively. Change Management Transformation: Lead complex regional efforts, such as site expansions or org redesigns, with a thoughtful, employee-centric approach Culture Engagement: Drive localized engagement strategies and action planning to sustain a values-aligned culture across diverse EMEA offices. Compliance Employee Relations: Ensure all practices meet local labor laws (including Works Council/Union considerations) and manage regional ER issues in partnership with Legal. Who You Are An experienced People Business Partner ideally with prior experience leading people strategy in the EMEA region. Strong background supporting or operating within a U.S.-headquartered company, with comfort navigating global decision-making, time zones, and cultural alignment. Skilled i ... (truncated, view full listing at source)