Head of People Partnering, UK & Europe

ABOUT TIDE At Tide, we help SMEs save time and money in the running of their businesses by not only offering business accounts and related banking services, but also a comprehensive set of highly usable and connected administrative solutions, from invoicing to accounting. Tide is transforming the small business banking market and now supports over 2 million members globally across the UK, India, Germany and France. Using advanced technology, all solutions are designed with SMEs in mind. With quick onboarding, low fees and innovative features, we thrive on making data driven decisions to serve our mission: to help SMEs save time and money so they can get back to doing what they love. Tide facts: • Tide is available for UK, Indian, German and French SMEs • Over 2 million members across UK and India • Over $300 million raised in funding • Over 2,800 Tideans globally • Recognised with Great Place to Work certification three years in a row, and among India’s Top 50 Best Workplaces in Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance in 2026 • We have offices in Central London, with a member support and technology centre in Sofia, Bulgaria, technology centres in Serbia, Romania, Lithuania and Hyderabad and offices in Gurugram, New Delhi, Berlin, Paris and Luxembourg ABOUT THE TEAM The People Partnering team at Tide plays a pivotal role in driving business success by acting as strategic advisors and coaches to leaders at all levels. We provide expert guidance on organisational design, talent development, employee relations, and engagement, ensuring a positive and high-performance culture. Embedded within the business, we use data-driven insights to shape policies, pre-empt workforce challenges, and lead high-impact initiatives that enable Tideans to do work they love. ABOUT THE ROLE As Head of People Partnering for UK & Europe, you will: • Design and implement a People Partnering strategy for the Tide’s UK & Europe business that supports business objectives, enhances the employee experience, and fosters a high-performance culture. • Act as a strategic partner and advisor to the CEO of Tide’s UK & Europe business and the UK & Europe management team, providing expert guidance on organisational design, workforce planning, performance management, and employee relations. • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of People Partners, ensuring they are equipped to support leaders and teams across various markets. Foster a culture of collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement. • Support business leaders in driving organisational change, equipping them with the necessary people management tools to ensure smooth transitions and sustained business performance. • Partner with business leaders and the Director of People Experience to drive employee engagement, interpret survey insights, and implement targeted action plans to enhance team satisfaction, retention, and productivity. • Ensure HR policies and programs align with relevant employment laws and industry best practices while managing cross-border employment complexities. • Use HR analytics to inform people strategies, track key workforce metrics, and present actionable insights to business leaders. • Oversee performance management, career development, and succession planning initiatives to build a strong talent pipeline and support internal mobility. • Provide direct coaching to managers on complex employee relations matters, leadership development, and team effectiveness. • Embed diversity, equity, and inclusion across all aspects of people partnering, ensuring it remains a core pillar of talent, engagement, and leadership strategies. • Upholding and promoting the values of Tide in all interactions and decisions. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR • Progressive HR experience, including direct partnership with SVPs / C-Suite leaders. • Extensive experience partnering with cross-cultural leadership teams. • Experience with line management of both junior and senior People Partners. • Good understanding of global HR practices and employment laws, particularly in India and various European countries. • Strong client focus with outstanding judgement, critical thinking and analytical skills. • Strong business acumen and the ability to align HR strategies with business goals. • Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Demonstrated ability to drive change at pace and foster a positive organisational culture. • Ideally experience leading HR for a commercial and operations client groups (not essential). WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN Our location-specific employee benefits are designed to cater to the unique needs of Tideans: • Competitive Compensation - Competitive salary and share options. • Time Off – Generous annual leave on top of bank holidays. • Parental Leave – Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support your family journey. • Sabbatical – Extended unpaid and paid leave options after completing milestone years with Tide. • Health Insurance – Private family insurance with additional OPD coverage and top-up options. • Life & Accident Cover – Comprehensive accidental and life insurance protection. • Mental Wellbeing – Access to therapy sessions, courses, meditations, and workshops. • Volunteering & Development Days – Paid days annually for volunteering or personal growth. • Learning & Development – Annual budget for books, courses, coaching, and more. • WOO (Work Outside the Office) – Work from abroad for up to 90 days annually. • Home Office Setup – Contribution towards setting up your home office. • Laptop Ownership – Keep your old laptop and get a new one when it’s time for a replacement. • Snacks & Meals – Office perks with snacks, coffee, tea, and lunch (location dependent). TIDEAN WAYS OF WORKING At Tide, we champion a flexible workplace model that supports both in-person and remote work to cater to the specific needs of our different teams. While remote work is supported, we beli