Job Description

COSTAR GROUP - HR BUSINESS PARTNER, HUMAN RESOURCES - LONDON

OVERVIEW

CoStar Group is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.

We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers. We’ve continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.

CoStar is the global leader in commercial real estate information, analytics and news. Commercial Real Estate industry professionals around the globe use CoStar to access the most comprehensive data to make decisions with confidence. CoStar delivers immediate, verified commercial real estate information on over 5.9 million properties across every market.

Learn more about CoStar.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

CoStar Group is currently in search of an experienced HRBP to join our international HR team based in London, UK. If you thrive in an environment balancing multiple priorities and driving towards results, this is a great opportunity to join a company that continues to grow and offers bountiful opportunities to learn and evolve. The HR Business Partner is both a strategic and hands-on role that provides full cycle Human Resources support to our management and employees across CoStar International, with a focus on the UK. The HRBP acts as the connection between the business lines and HR to assess trends in areas such as engagement and retention, performance management and compensation, career and leadership development.

Under the supervision of the VP, International Human Resources, the primary objective of this role is to partner with functional leaders/managers and other HR stakeholders to maximize their effectiveness in leading highly successful and engaged teams across your client group. In addition, the HRBP will support and advise client groups on the implementation and execution of HR initiatives and processes, as aligned with the talent needs of the business.

As the HR Business Partner for a large group of CoStar employees in the UK, you will play a crucial role in aligning HR strategies with business objectives. You will work closely with leaders to drive employee engagement, performance, and organizational effectiveness. This position requires a deep understanding of UK employment law and regulations, as well as a proactive approach to problem-solving and fostering a positive work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Business Partnering:

• Partner with business leaders to understand their strategic objectives and provide HR support to achieve them.
• Support and execute full lifecycle employee and HR processes including; bonus program(s), promotions, performance review processes, year-end compensation, engagement survey roll-out, manager excellence, employee relations, and other recurring people processes.
• Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and overall workplace satisfaction.
• Analyse data, and effectively organise and present findings to drive data-backed HR strategy.
• Coach managers to aid in their effectiveness, foster highly functioning and engaged teams and drive a thriving corporate culture.
• Facilitate training on employee development, coaching and other management topics.
• Ensure HR Business Partner support is highly effective and scalable to meet critical business goals.

Employee Relations:

• Proactively manage and resolve employee relations issues, ensuring a positive work environment.
• Act as a trusted advisor to management on employee relations matters, conducting investigations and providing guidance on resolutions.
• HR Policies and Compliance:
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in compliance with UK employment laws.

HR Operations

• Partner with HR centers of excellence to ensure execution of all human resource operations within assigned client groups and serve as a central point of contact for client groups’ HR needs.
• Help process transactions via HRIS including promotions, transfers, job and compensation changes and terminations.

Projects & AI:

• Support HR efforts in the integration of acquisitions, ensuring a smooth transition for both acquired and existing employees.
• Drive continuous improvement through the effective use of AI, analytics, and technology, fostering innovative approaches to people practices and organisational effectiveness.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience required.
• HR Business Partner experience required in a role operating in a matrix organization.
• In-depth knowledge of UK employment laws and regulations required.
• Knowledge of German or Spain employment laws and regulations is desirable.
• Strong experience in handling employee relations issues, investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Additional European language skills, particularly German and/or Spanish, would be advantageous.
• Experience working with and managing relationships with German Works Councils would be highly beneficial. Strong client-service and stakeholder management.
• Knowledge of AI technologies and their practical application within HR functions, with a demonstrated ability to identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve service delivery, and foster innovation.
• Ability to influence and build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent data analysis, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• CIPD qualification desirable.
• Commitment to excellence and high level of integrity; ability to exercise strict confidentiality and sound judgement.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Working at CoStar Group means you'll enjoy a culture of collaboration and innovation that attracts the best and brightest across a broad range of disciplines. As well as having an outstanding working environment, equipped to help you to be your best, other perks include full private medical cover, dental cover, Life Assurance and member rewards, 28 days annual leave, a competitive pension, season ticket loans, enhanced maternity and paternity pay and much more!

At CoStar, we recognise the positive value of diversity and promote equality. We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds including but not limited to; people of all genders, of all ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, nationalities, religions and beliefs.

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CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing