Senior HRBP Specialist at PatSnap

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Technology, AI, Intellectual Property, R&DIndustries

Requirements

  • CIPD Level 5 or 7 qualification or equivalent experience
  • Proven experience as an HR Business Partner in the UK, with a mandatory track record of directly supporting Commercial teams (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Business Development)
  • Strong business acumen; ability to comprehend business strategy, financial metrics, and sales processes, and translate business needs into effective HR solutions
  • Practical experience in driving organizational diagnosis, design, and change management initiatives, going beyond routine HR administration
  • In-depth, practical knowledge of UK employment law
  • Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively partner with stakeholders at all levels and from diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Proactive and able to work autonomously in an ambiguous environment

Responsibilities

  • Develop a deep understanding of the Commercial team's business model, strategic goals, performance pressures, and team dynamics. Utilize data analytics (e.g., performance metrics, headcount cost, engagement, attrition) to accurately diagnose organizational and talent bottlenecks
  • Partner with business leaders to design and implement organizational development initiatives, including but not limited to team restructuring, performance and incentive scheme reforms, and core talent pipeline development to enhance overall team effectiveness
  • Act as a coach to business leaders, providing expert guidance on leadership, talent management, team building, and complex people management issues to elevate the people leadership capabilities of the management team
  • Lead the talent review, succession planning, and end-to-end talent management (acquisition, development, motivation, retention) for the Commercial team to ensure a steady pipeline of talent for business growth
  • Champion and optimize the full performance management cycle, from goal setting and ongoing check-ins to evaluations and feedback, to cultivate a results-oriented culture of continuous improvement
  • Design and implement standardised, compliant, core HR processes for overseas offices (e.g., in EMEA or APAC regions) in their early stages, covering areas such as recruitment & onboarding, performance management, payroll coordination, leave management, and employee offboarding
  • Ensure overseas operations adhere to local labour laws and regulations. Manage and mitigate employment risks by collaborating with local legal advisors or Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs)
  • Adapt the global HR policy framework to suit local market cultures and legal environments, ensuring policy applicability and effectiveness
  • Provide training and support to initial office leads or locally hired HR personnel in overseas locations to ensure the smooth deployment and sustained operation of HR processes

Skills

HRBP
Business Diagnosis
Data Analytics
Organizational Development
Talent Management
Succession Planning
Leadership Coaching
Performance Management
Team Restructuring
Employee Engagement
Attrition Analysis

PatSnap

Intellectual property and innovation intelligence platform

About PatSnap

PatSnap offers a platform that helps businesses, inventors, and researchers understand patents and innovation. Its main product aggregates and analyzes data from patents, scientific literature, and market reports, enabling clients to make informed decisions about their R&D investments. PatSnap operates on a subscription model, providing various service tiers and educational courses to empower clients in leveraging their innovation data. The company's goal is to help clients drive business growth and maintain a competitive edge through effective use of intellectual property.

Singapore, SingaporeHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
$342MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Consulting, EducationIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Paid Vacation
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Mental Health Support
Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Private Healthcare
Private Pension
RRSP Contribution Matching
Eyecare Voucher Scheme
WFH Stipend
Cycle To Work scheme
Company Equity
Paid Volunteering Days

Risks

UK lawtech startups' growth could threaten PatSnap's market share by 2026.
Cultural resistance to legal tech may limit PatSnap's effectiveness in some companies.
Expansion in Japan may face challenges due to current minimal revenue share.

Differentiation

PatSnap integrates generative AI into R&D, enhancing drug discovery timelines.
The platform aggregates data from patents, literature, and market reports for comprehensive insights.
PatSnap's subscription model ensures steady revenue and continuous platform enhancement.

Upsides

Expansion in Japan aims to boost revenue contribution to 10% from a minimal share.
Collaboration with BizInt Smart Charts enhances data integration and patent intelligence access.
CoPilot AI assistant improves IP and R&D workflows, increasing user efficiency.

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