Location: Brighton (2 days per week in office, 3 days working from home)
Department: People
Reports to: VP People
Position type: Full time, Permanent
At MPB, we believe in the power of people to drive our success. We’re on a mission to transform how the world thinks about photography and video equipment, and we’re looking for a Head of People Business Partnering & Operations to help us continue to build a people-first culture that fuels our global growth.
As the Head of People Business Partnering & Operations, you will lead a globally distributed team of People Business Partners and People Operations Coordinators across Brighton, Brooklyn, and Berlin. You will drive our people strategy, optimise operational processes, and ensure an exceptional employee experience on a global scale.
This is a high-impact leadership role where you will partner with senior leadership to align people strategies with business goals, lead transformation initiatives, and spearhead innovation in HR. You will play a critical role in shaping the future of MPB, with a focus on driving change, improving efficiency, and developing a globally consistent approach to HR practices.

WHAT MAKES YOU SHINE:

We are seeking an experienced, strategic HR leader with a proven track record in shaping and executing high-impact people strategies at the ‘Head of’ level. This is what the ideal experience would look like:
Extensive experience driving HR transformation and organisational development at a senior level, ideally across multiple regions
Deep expertise in leading and developing People Business Partnering and Operations teams, with a focus on driving performance and business alignment
A strong understanding of global HR practices, including process optimisation, HRIS systems, and data-driven decision-making
In-depth knowledge of UK employment law, and experience navigating complex legal and cultural landscapes in multiple jurisdictions (e.g., Germany / US)
A forward-thinking mindset, with the ability to leverage AI and automation to drive HR innovation and operational excellence
You are a natural, solutions focussed leader, with exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, who thrives in fast-paced, global environments
You have the strategic insight to align people initiatives with business goals and the leadership capabilities to inspire teams and drive lasting change