People Business Partner

Regional Business Partner, EMEA - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Pax8 is hiring a Regional Business Partner (EMEA) for a 6 month contract. The role is hybrid, with 3 days a week expected in our Bristol or Farnborough offices.

What you'll be doing

In this role you will act as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to senior leaders across EMEA, helping them build effective teams and lead with confidence. You will support a range of business lines, from AI innovation to sales, vendor support and finance, and will work across at least seven countries. Main sites include the UK, Netherlands, Germany, and Latvia.

• Strategic partnering & coaching - building strong relationships with leaders and diagnosing needs quickly.
• Leadership support - coaching leaders through performance conversations, team dynamics and complex scenarios.
• Change leadership - supporting teams through organisational change and balancing compliance with practical realities.
• Workforce planning & talent conversations - shaping workforce strategy and supporting succession planning.
• People insights - using data and trends to inform decisions on retention, reward, wellbeing and hiring strategies.
• Employee relations & risk - guiding leaders through sensitive cases with integrity and a strong understanding of local requirements.

The impact you'll have

You will help shift the business from reactive support to proactive partnership, enabling leaders to lead better, plan smarter and develop talent more intentionally. The role will create clearer structure, stronger collaboration across People functions globally, and a people strategy that scales with the business.

What we're looking for

We're looking for a modern, commercially aware People Business Partner who can operate with pace, credibility and warmth.

• Substantial experience in a strategic People Operations / HR Business Partnering role, ideally within a fast paced, scaling organisation.
• Desirable: knowledge of Dutch employment law and Dutch language skills.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, coach leaders and drive outcomes through trust based partnering.
• Confidence supporting new and developing managers, helping them build capability.
• Considerable experience in change management, workforce planning, organisational effectiveness and talent development.
• Strong grounding in employee relations and people risk, able to navigate complex issues with fairness and good judgement.
• Comfort using people data and insights to guide decisions and shape priorities.
• A collaborative mindset, building bridges across teams and sharing best practice across regions.
• A pragmatic, human and adaptable style, meeting stakeholders where they are.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary £50,000 to £60,000 per annum (pro rated) depending on experience.
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), pro rated.
• Private healthcare covered by Bupa.
• Dental plan covered by Bupa.
• Life assurance.
• Income protection.
• Royal London workplace pension scheme - 5% employer contribution.
• Pax8 Cycle to Work Support Scheme available.
• Dedicated time for training and personal development.
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Health & wellbeing coaching support.
• Frequent company and team socials.

Our Offices (Hybrid)

Pax8 Bristol Office: Located in The Distillery, city centre, 5 minute walk from Temple Meads Station. Features include natural light, breakout rooms, balcony spaces, wellness area, games area, coffee machines, hot desking options, and regular social events.

Pax8 Farnborough Office: Award winning office space with on site parking, shuttle bus access, on site shower, coffee machine, barista visits, hot desking options, snack cupboard, refreshments fridge, and a large communal kitchen.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will undergo ID verification, reference checks and qualification checks as part of the hiring process. Checks may include additional verification for certain countries, such as criminal and financial checks.

Equal Opportunities

Pax8 is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes individuals who meet the legal requirements to work in the UK. All candidates will be required to undergo identity, security compliance and reference checks in accordance with local best practices. We respect your privacy, and all data will be handled securely and in compliance with applicable regulations.