Senior HR Generalist EMEA

About Canonical

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems for global enterprise and technology markets. The company's platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Canonical serves leading public cloud and silicon providers, as well as industry leaders across various sectors. The company operates with a global distributed collaboration model, employing over 1200 colleagues in more than 75 countries, with limited office-based roles. Teams convene two to four times annually in various international locations for strategic alignment.

The Role: Senior HR Generalist EMEA

Canonical is seeking a Senior HR Generalist EMEA to join its global HR team. This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and requires 5-10 years of experience. The role involves contributing to the development of a future-focused HR function, serving as a driver and practitioner for both regional and global HR initiatives. The Senior HR Generalist will provide precise, compliant, and scalable HR operations, advise on HR issues across the entire employee lifecycle, and partner with leadership within the EMEA region. An analytical approach, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret data trends are essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver precise and compliant HR operations in a timely manner with high accuracy.
• Collaborate with the EMEA HR Manager and Global Head of HR to achieve impact across all HR regions.
• Manage HR processes including talent development, succession planning, performance assessments, onboarding, and culture and engagement initiatives.
• Work with managers on performance management, organizational design, employee engagement, rewards, and workforce planning.
• Partner with the HRIS team to develop and refine operational processes for daily HR administration.
• Coach and advise people managers on employee relations issues across multiple countries.
• Support people managers in delivering appropriate training and development programs.
• Establish a trusted partnership with the business in the assigned region.
• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Design new policies and execute business-critical HR-related projects globally.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5-10 years of experience in an HR Generalist role.
• Demonstrated analytical approach with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to interpret data trends and themes.
• Experience in delivering precise and compliant HR operations.
• Proficiency in managing various HR processes, including talent development and performance management.
• Experience in coaching and advising managers on employee relations.

Work Environment and Culture

Canonical maintains a global, distributed work environment, with most colleagues working remotely since the company's inception in 2004. The company fosters a workplace free from discrimination and values diversity of experience, perspectives, and background. Compensation is determined by geographical location, experience, and performance, with annual reviews and a performance-driven annual bonus. Canonical is an equal opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity.

Application Process

Canonical sets a high standard for new team members and seeks individuals who demonstrate excellence in their work. All applications will receive fair consideration regardless of identity.