Head of People Strategy & Operations

Are you a forward-thinking leader with a passion for shaping the future of HR? Groupon invites you to join our global team in driving organizational excellence and fostering a positive employee experience. If you thrive on strategic leadership and operational innovation, this role is for you.

💬What is our mindset?

• We still maintain key values such as fairness, mutual support, and respect, but we also focus on performance and aim to build a top-notch organization that can deliver excellent results in a short period of time.
• Our culture is built on courage, ambition, and is strongly meritocratic - allowing the most capable individuals to grow rapidly. Over the years, we have given opportunities to countless talented people who share traits such as structure, intellectual curiosity, hard work, and the ability to learn quickly.
• Learn more about us on the landing page

🔑Core competencies

• Proven track record in developing and implementing comprehensive performance management systems.
• International experience - multiple countries, different cultures.
• Rebuilding/re-structuring experience with set up for growth.
• It would be great to have experience with public US listed company but is not a must. That knowledge can be picked up, not a rocket science.
• Experience in leading and managing teams of HR professionals in different countries.

📝You’ll spend time on the following

• Provide strategic direction and vision for the global People & Performance function.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across the global HR network.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive performance management system aligning individual goals with organizational objectives.
• Ensure consistent and fair performance reviews across all countries.
• Coach and develop employees in partnership with business leaders to enhance performance.
• Champion initiatives to cultivate a positive and engaging employee experience.
• Lead employee relations activities to foster a harmonious work environment.
• Implement programs promoting employee well-being and work-life balance.
• Drive continuous improvement in HR processes and systems for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Cultivate a culture of innovation and problem-solving within the People & Operations function.
• Implement best practices in HR operations across all countries.

🔍We're looking for someone who:

• 6+ years of experience in senior HR leadership roles within global organizations.
• Strong understanding of international HR practices and employment laws in different countries.
• Proven experience leading and managing HR teams (up to 10).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with HR technology and data analytics is a plus.

Join us at Groupon and be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of HR! Apply now to make an impact on a global scale.

Groupon’s purpose is to build strong communities through thriving small businesses. To learn more about the world’s largest local ecommerce marketplace, click here. You can also find out more about us in the latest Groupon news as well as learning about our DEI approach. If all of this sounds like something that’s a great fit for you, then click apply and join us on a mission to become the ultimate destination for local experiences and services.

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