Job title: Director - People PartneringLocation: London Salary: £139,000 -£164,500 per annum Team: People Reporting To: Chief People OfficerKaluza reimagines energy to bring net-zero within everyone’s reach. Our intelligent platform enables energy utilities to unlock the full value of a radically changing energy system and propel us to a future where renewable energy is sustainable, affordable and accessible for all. From automating and simplifying core operations including billing to create a lower-cost, higher-engagement experience, to optimising energy usage across smart devices in the home, we turn tough challenges into win-win-win outcomes for customers, suppliers and the energy system. At Kaluza we embrace a flexible, hybrid work model that balances autonomy with the power of in-person connection. Many of our teams find value in coming together regularly to collaborate, strengthen relationships, and accelerate progress. We’re focused on shaping thoughtful, team-driven approaches that support both business impact and individual well-being.We also prioritise meaningful company-wide gatherings like our annual conference and end-of-year celebrations, that bring us together to align, connect, and celebrate.What will I be doing?Kaluza is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director - People Partnering to join our People team. This is a critical leadership role that will partner closely with our executive and leadership teams in global Product and Technology, Commercial, Growth, People &amp; Finance acting as a strategic advisor and expert on all people-related matters. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in helping to shape and implement our People strategy, fostering a high-performance culture, and enabling the growth and success of Kaluza in a period of rapid scaling and growth.We need a strategic leader with deep expertise working in a product-centric technology organisation and the agility to tailor their approach and experience to Kaluza's unique position and opportunities ahead. You will also have the experience to provide cover for the CPO and seamlessly handle all business-as-usual operations as and when required.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Strategic Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to our Executive and Senior Leadership Teams providing expert counsel on organisational design, talent management, workforce planning, and change management initiatives.</li><li>Team Leadership: Lead a team of People Partners and Advisors to deliver on the people strategy within their respective areas, fostering a high performance culture and enabling the team to enhance their capabilities and operate as true strategic partners to the business and to confidently guide their business areas through complex organisational change and growth.</li><li>Organisational Design: Partner with senior leaders to holistically design and implement effective organisational structures that support business objectives and optimise team performance across Kaluza</li><li>Culture &amp; Engagement: Champion Kaluza’s culture and values, fostering an inclusive and engaging environment across Kaluza, working with our engagement centre of excellence to  develop and implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement and well-being.</li><li>Compensation &amp; Benefits: Collaborate with the Reward team to ensure competitive and equitable compensation and benefits strategies that attract and retain top talent in a product-centric technology company</li><li>Learning &amp; Development: Identify learning and development needs across Kaluza in collaboration with the performance and development centre of excellence and supporting with the design and implementation of targeted programs that enhance capabilities and foster continuous growth.</li><li>Employee Relations: Act as an escalation point for complex employee relations issues, and responsible for ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and compliance with market-specific employment law.  </li><li>Data &amp; Analytics: Utilise people data and analytics to identify trends, inform decision-making, and measure the effectiveness of people initiatives within product and technology.</li><li>Change Strategy &amp; Leadership: Architect and execute  company-wide change management programmes for pivotal business transformations, including organisational design, M&amp;A integration, and new technology adoption. Ensure all initiatives align with strategic objectives and drive seamless adoption across the organisation.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Significant experience working in a strategic, senior people partnering leadership role supporting a global product and technology organisations. A deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within these environments is essential.</li><li>Ability to translate business strategy into people initiatives and develop pragmatic solutions that drive organisational success.</li><li>Strong understanding of business operations, financial metrics, and how people initiatives impact overall business performance.</li><li>Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to build rapport and credibility with stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Ability to confidently articulate complex people strategies with clarity and influence, securing buy in from stakeholders at all levels </li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to coach and develop leaders and teams.</li><li>Experience working in a global organisation, understanding cultural nuances and operating across different geographies.</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and adapt to changing priorities.</li></ul><ul><li>Master's degree or relevant HR certifications (e.g., CIPD) are a plus.</li></ul>Kaluza ValuesHere at Kaluza we have five core values that guide us as a business: We’re on a mission, We build together, We’re inclusive, We get it done, We communicate with purpose.Read more about our <a href="https://careers.kaluza.com/our-values">values over on our careers site.</a>From us you’ll get<ul><li>Pension Scheme</li><li>Discretionary Bonus Scheme</li><li>Private Medical Insurance + Virtual GP</li><li>Life Assurance</li><li>Access to Furthr - a Climate Action app</li><li>Free Mortgage Advice and Eye Tests</li><li>Perks at Work - access to thousands of retail discounts</li><li>5% Flex Fund to spend on the benefits you want most</li><li>26 days holiday</li></ul><ul><li>Flexible bank holidays, giving you an additional 8 days which you can choose to take whenever you like</li></ul><ul><li>Progressive leave policies with no qualifying service periods, including 26 weeks full pay if you have a new addition to your family </li><li>Dedicated personal learning and home office budgets</li><li>And more…</li></ul>Even better? You’ll have access to these benefits from day 1 when you joinWe want the best peopleWe’re keen to meet people from all walks of life — our view is that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We want to build teams which represent a variety of experiences, perspectives and skills, and we recognise talent on the basis of merit and potential.We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they tick every box. But if you're excited about joining us and think you have some of what we're looking for, even if you're not 100% sure, we'd still love to hear from you.Find out more about working in <a href="http://kaluza.com">Kaluza</a> on our <a href="https://careers.kaluza.com/">careers page</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/kaluza/">LinkedIn</a>. You can also find our Applicant Data Protection Policy <a href="https://kaluza-careers.cdn.prismic.io/kaluza-careers/Z5umd5bqstJ9-DZw_2024ApplicantDataProtectionNotice.pdf">here</a>.

Kaluza is the intelligent energy platform enabling the world&rsquo;s largest energy companies to lead the way in the energy transition. From revolutionising energy retail operations to smart electric vehicle charging, our software is empowering energy suppliers to deliver market-leading experiences for their customers and drive decarbonisation.&nbsp;
Launching in 2019, we&rsquo;ve grown rapidly to over 400 employees across the UK, Portugal and the US. We pride ourselves on technical excellence and building a platform that has a real, positive impact in a fast-evolving industry.&nbsp;
We&rsquo;re on the lookout for talented problem solvers, who are determined to make a difference to the world. Sound like you? Find out more about life at Kaluza&nbsp;<a class="body-text-link hyperlink" href="https://careers.kaluza.com/life-at-kaluza">here</a>.

Director - People Partnering

Job title: Director - People PartneringLocation: London&nbsp;Salary: £139,000 -£164,500 per annum&nbsp;Team: People&nbsp;Reporting To: Chief People OfficerKaluza reimagines energy to bring net-zero within everyone’s reach. Our intelligent platform enables energy utilities to unlock the full value of a radically changing energy system and propel us to a future where renewable energy is sustainable, affordable and accessible for all.&nbsp;From automating and simplifying core operations including billing to create a lower-cost, higher-engagement experience, to optimising energy usage across smart devices in the home, we turn tough challenges into win-win-win outcomes for customers, suppliers and the energy system.&nbsp;At Kaluza we embrace a flexible, hybrid work model that balances autonomy with the power of in-person connection. Many of our teams find value in coming together regularly to collaborate, strengthen relationships, and accelerate progress. We’re focused on shaping thoughtful, team-driven approaches that support both business impact and individual well-being.We also prioritise meaningful company-wide gatherings like our annual conference and end-of-year celebrations, that bring us together to align, connect, and celebrate.What will I be doing?Kaluza is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director - People Partnering to join our People team. This is a critical leadership role that will partner closely with our executive and leadership teams in global Product and Technology, Commercial, Growth, People &amp; Finance acting as a strategic advisor and expert on all people-related matters. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in helping to shape and implement our People strategy, fostering a high-performance culture, and enabling the growth and success of Kaluza in a period of rapid scaling and growth.We need a strategic leader with deep expertise working in a product-centric technology organisation and the agility to tailor their approach and experience to Kaluza's unique position and opportunities ahead. You will also have the experience to provide cover for the CPO and seamlessly handle all business-as-usual operations as and when required.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Strategic Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to our Executive and Senior Leadership Teams providing expert counsel on organisational design, talent management, workforce planning, and change management initiatives.</li><li>Team Leadership: Lead a team of People Partners and Advisors to deliver on the people strategy within their respective areas, fostering a high performance culture and enabling the team to enhance their capabilities and operate as true strategic partners to the business and to confidently guide their business areas through complex organisational change and growth.</li><li>Organisational Design: Partner with senior leaders to holistically design and implement effective organisational structures that support business objectives and optimise team performance across Kaluza</li><li>Culture &amp; Engagement: Champion Kaluza’s culture and values, fostering an inclusive and engaging environment across Kaluza, working with our engagement centre of excellence to&nbsp; develop and implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement and well-being.</li><li>Compensation &amp; Benefits: Collaborate with the Reward team to ensure competitive and equitable compensation and benefits strategies that attract and retain top talent in a product-centric technology company</li><li>Learning &amp; Development: Identify learning and development needs across Kaluza in collaboration with the performance and development centre of excellence and supporting with the design and implementation of targeted programs that enhance capabilities and foster continuous growth.</li><li>Employee Relations: Act as an escalation point for complex employee relations issues, and responsible for ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and compliance with market-specific employment law.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Data &amp; Analytics: Utilise people data and analytics to identify trends, inform decision-making, and measure the effectiveness of people initiatives within product and technology.</li><li>Change Strategy &amp; Leadership: Architect and execute&nbsp; company-wide change management programmes for pivotal business transformations, including organisational design, M&amp;A integration, and new technology adoption. Ensure all initiatives align with strategic objectives and drive seamless adoption across the organisation.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Significant experience working in a strategic, senior people partnering leadership role supporting a global product and technology organisations. A deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within these environments is essential.</li><li>Ability to translate business strategy into people initiatives and develop pragmatic solutions that drive organisational success.</li><li>Strong understanding of business operations, financial metrics, and how people initiatives impact overall business performance.</li><li>Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to build rapport and credibility with stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Ability to confidently articulate complex people strategies with clarity and influence, securing buy in from stakeholders at all levels&nbsp;</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to coach and develop leaders and teams.</li><li>Experience working in a global organisation, understanding cultural nuances and operating across different geographies.</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and adapt to changing priorities.</li></ul><ul><li>Master's degree or relevant HR certifications (e.g., CIPD) are a plus.</li></ul>Kaluza ValuesHere at Kaluza we have five core values that guide us as a business:&nbsp;We’re on a mission, We build together, We’re inclusive, We get it done, We communicate with purpose.Read more about our <a href="https://careers.kaluza.com/our-values">values over on our careers site.</a>From us you’ll get<ul><li>Pension Scheme</li><li>Discretionary Bonus Scheme</li><li>Private Medical Insurance + Virtual GP</li><li>Life Assurance</li><li>Access to Furthr - a Climate Action app</li><li>Free Mortgage Advice and Eye Tests</li><li>Perks at Work - access to thousands of retail discounts</li><li>5% Flex Fund to spend on the benefits you want most</li><li>26 days holiday</li></ul><ul><li>Flexible bank holidays, giving you an additional 8 days which you can choose to take whenever you like</li></ul><ul><li>Progressive leave policies with no qualifying service periods, including 26 weeks full pay if you have a new addition to your family&nbsp;</li><li>Dedicated personal learning and home office budgets</li><li>And more…</li></ul>Even better? You’ll have access to these benefits from day 1 when you joinWe want the best peopleWe’re keen to meet people from all walks of life — our view is that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We want to build teams which represent a variety of experiences, perspectives and skills, and we recognise talent on the basis of merit and potential.We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they tick every box. But if you're excited about joining us and think you have some of what we're looking for, even if you're not 100% sure, we'd still love to hear from you.Find out more about working in <a href="http://kaluza.com">Kaluza</a> on our <a href="https://careers.kaluza.com/">careers page</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/kaluza/">LinkedIn</a>. You can also find our Applicant Data Protection Policy <a href="https://kaluza-careers.cdn.prismic.io/kaluza-careers/Z5umd5bqstJ9-DZw_2024ApplicantDataProtectionNotice.pdf">here</a>.&nbsp;

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