With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.
Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market.
At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us.
Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.
Vice President, People
What You Will Be DoingAs the Director, People Europe, you will work across HR disciplines and play a pivotal role in shaping the HR strategy and operations for our fast-paced electric vehicle charging company within the technology sector. Responsible for our European team and people strategy, you will lead and inspire across the European and global People Team to drive organizational success through innovative People solutions while ensuring compliance with regional regulations and fostering a culture of growth and collaboration.
What You Will Bring to ChargePoint
- Partner with the General Manager and SVP Sales Europe to develop and implement a comprehensive People strategy tailored to the unique needs of the European region while ensuring alignment with global functional goals and initiatives.
- Collaborate with global People leaders and people team to integrate regional priorities into the overarching organizational strategy, fostering consistency and synergy across all geographical functions.
- Evaluate and adapt global People programmes to meet regional requirements, ensuring cultural and regulatory relevance.
- Champion initiatives that promote employee engagement, talent development, and the attraction and retention of diverse, top-tier talent within the competitive technology sector.
- Regularly review and refine the regional people strategy to address emerging trends, workforce expectations, and business objectives while ensuring alignment with the global people strategy.
- Point of escalation for all Employee relations cases for the region.
- Leverage outputs of employee listening and engagement surveys to identify trends, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide actionable, data-driven insights.
- Support leadership in decision-making processes through robust analysis and reporting.
- Lead and oversee People projects and initiatives across Europe, ensuring timely and successful delivery.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimise processes and implement strategic People programmes.
- Manage of the European People Operations team to ensure seamless execution of regional HR functions and initiatives throughout the employee lifecycle.
- Develop and execute communication plans for HR policies, procedures, and initiatives at all organizational levels.
- Champion a culture of transparency and adaptability during periods of change.
Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. Relevant HR certifications would also be preferable.
Professional Experience
- Typically, 10-15+ years of HR experience across multiple HR disciplines, preferably within global and/or technology companies and high-growth environments.
- 5+ years of experience managing and leading teams effectively.
Knowledge and Skills
- Deep understanding of European HR laws, regulations, policies, and best practices.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership capabilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to navigate complex HR challenges.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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What We Do
Electric mobility is the smart choice. We make it the easy one, too. So easy that someone plugs into our network every 2 seconds. Since 2007, we’ve focused solely on building the best electric vehicle (EV) charging experience for everyone involved in the shift to electric.
Join us in shaping the future of mobility. If you'd like to learn more about what it's like to build the new fueling network, check out our Engineering Blog: www.chargepoint.com/engineering
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