We are seeking a strategic and experienced HR leader to manage and develop a team of HR Business Partners across our EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region (22 countries). The Regional Manager will be responsible for driving global HR processes and strategies such as performance management, salary planning, ensuring alignment with global HR initiatives, and supporting business leaders in achieving organization and business growth goals locally. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, cross-cultural sensitivity, and a deep understanding of European labor laws and HR practices.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of HR Business Partners across 22 countries in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
- Partner with regional and global leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives.
- Ensure consistent execution of HR policies, programs, and initiatives across the region.
- Provide guidance on complex employee relations issues, organizational design, and change management.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations.
- Drive talent management, succession planning, and workforce development initiatives locally in the region.
- Collaborate with Centers of Excellence (COEs) in Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, and support major COE global processes such as salary planning and performance management
- Use data and analytics to inform decisions and measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives.
- Foster a culture of engagement, inclusion, and high performance.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role managing HRBPs.
- Experience working in a multinational organization with a matrix structure.
- Strong knowledge of European labor laws and HR practices.
- Proven ability to lead through influence and manage remote teams.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus.
- Willingness to travel across Europe as needed
ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive pay is positioned as broad-based, with UL stating all employees are eligible for an annual performance bonus across regions. This universal design creates a consistent incentive foundation regardless of role or country.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are described as strong, featuring a 401(k) with matching up to a total 5% and an additional 4% company retirement contribution after the first year in U.S. materials. Employees also reference access to an employee stock purchase plan in the U.S. and many major operating regions.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage breadth includes medical, dental, and vision with U.S. plans noting the company pays over 75% of medical premiums and offers PPO and HDHP options. Supportive programs like FSAs/HSAs, disability, life insurance, EAP, and mental‑health resources are frequently cited.
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A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflect an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
Why Work With Us
Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence.
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