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

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

HRBPBusiness DiagnosisData AnalyticsOrganizational DevelopmentTalent ManagementSuccession PlanningLeadership CoachingPerformance ManagementTeam RestructuringEmployee EngagementAttrition Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this Senior HRBP Specialist role?

This is a full-time position.

Is this role remote or does it require office presence?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for the Senior HRBP Specialist position?

Key skills include business diagnosis using data analytics (e.g., performance metrics, headcount cost, engagement, attrition), organizational development, leader coaching, talent management, and HR process design for overseas offices with compliance knowledge.

What is the company culture like at PatSnap?

PatSnap focuses on empowering IP and R&D teams with AI-powered intelligence to foster faster innovation, better collaboration, and high productivity, as trusted by major companies like NASA and Tesla.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior HRBP Specialist role?

Strong candidates have expertise in strategic HR business partnering for commercial teams, data-driven insights, organizational change management, talent pipelines, and building compliant HR processes for overseas offices.

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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