Shape the Future of Work at Forterro Forterro is a fast-growing global technology company powering the growth of Europe’s industrial mid-market. As we continue to expand through organic and acquired business, we're looking for a Principal People & Culture Business Partner to join our London HQ and play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our people strategy across our Corporate Functions and Lines of Business. This is more than a traditional HR role — it’s an opportunity to act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing strategic and operational People Experience partnership to functions such as Go To Market, Finance, Legal, and IT across the UK and broader European regions as needed. What You’ll Do Partner with Purpose: Collaborate with functional executives and senior leaders to understand business needs and deliver tailored People Experience solutions aligned with Forterro’s strategic priorities. Drive Performance: Use your HR expertise to attract, develop, and retain top talent while enhancing functional performance and organisational effectiveness. Act as a Connector: Ensure alignment between functional strategy, functional goals, and local People Experience initiatives across our UK footprint. Navigate Complexity: Operate effectively in a multicultural, matrixed environment, bringing cultural awareness, sensitivity and business insight to every interaction. Specialist Expertise: Apply a deep understanding of HR practices within functional domains like Sales, Marketing, Finance, Legal, and IT. What We’re Looking For Extensive HRBP experience supporting senior leaders in complex, multi-functional environments in a Corporate and/or EMEA setting. Proven ability to influence, challenge, and build strong credible relationships at the senior leadership levels. A deep understanding of talent strategies, change management and functional-specific HR needs. Strong cultural awareness and experience working across European markets. Commercial mindset with the ability to connect people initiatives to business outcomes. Why Join Forterro? At Forterro, we’re building something special — a connected, scalable organisation where our people are at the heart of everything we do . Join us to shape the culture and capability of a company that's growing fast and thinking big. Forterro operates a hybrid working environment and while the role will be based at our London Offices in Piccadilly, our UK Lines of Business span Southampton, Lincoln, Tewkesbury & Dumfries. Occasional travel to these locations will be required. Responsibilities Partnering with functional leaders to operationalise HR strategies, ensuring alignment between the People Plan and specific functional goals and objectives. Providing expert guidance and coaching on talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies tailored to meet functional needs within the local markets, partnering with centralised Talent Acquisition teams and external partners, as needed. Supporting in the selection and onboarding process for critical roles within each functional area. Supporting offboarding procedures in accordance with legislation . Supporting in the design and implementation of function-specific training and skill development programs to ensure time to value is high in the onboarding of new colleagues and the function is actively prepared for future skills requirements of the business and its customers. Supporting the functional leadership teams in the development and implementation, of performance management processes. Assisting in setting and monitoring functional performance goals and metrics connected to the People Plan, liaising with the Corporate People Operations team as needed. Coaching on functional structure and design to optimise functional efficiency and effectiveness. Partnering with functional leaders on succession planning and talent pipeline development. Providing functional leaders with compensation guidance and support in line with market trends and internal equity considerations, working with the corporate People Operations team to access relevant market insights. Partnering with functional and line of business leaders to drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive work culture within each functional area. Monitoring employee feedback and work performance to address functional-specific concerns. Organising of local employee events Partnering with people leaders to ensure functional compliance with applicable employment laws as well as corporate and local company policies. Supporting functional leaders in managing HR aspects of organisational changes, such as restructuring, mergers, and acquisitions. Partnering with the corporate People Operations team to utilize HR data to assess functional trends and insights. Presenting data-driven recommendations to functional leaders to inform decision-making. Building strong relationships with functional leaders and acting as a trusted advisor on all HR matters for the function. Partnering with cross-functional HR teams to deliver comprehensive HR solutions. Manages topics related to the car policy. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Candidates for the role will need to be able to demonstrate: Essential Experience & Training: A minimum of 7+ years, proven experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Manager, with a focus on providing functional support in an international corporate setting. Specialised knowledge of HR practices related to specific functional domains (e.g., IT, Finance, Sales, Marketing, Product Development & Professional Services). CIPD qualified or equivalent and evidence of continuing professional development. Experience of working in a fast-paced, fast-changing, fast-growth environment. Strong understanding of talent acquisition, performance management, organisational design, and talent development within functional areas. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with functional leaders and teams from different geographical locations and cultural backgrounds. Analytical mindset with the ability to derive insights from HR data and develop data-driven solutions. Proactive problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering HR support tailored to functional needs. Familiarity with HRIS systems and HR data analytics tools. Good knowledge and use of enterprise HRIS systems and processes. Desirable Experience & Training: Change Management experience and/or qualifications Executive and/or Leadership Coaching experience and/or qualifications Success with providing people and culture support in a multi-stakeholder organization across multiple locations In addition to English, a proficiency in one or more of the following languages would be desirable but is not essential; French, German, Polish. Aptitude: Able to navigate, plan and complete multiple assignments, resolving most conflicts and challenges independently. Able to confidently explain technical/functional practices and procedures to internal and external stakeholders. Proficient in gaining the trust and cooperation of other stakeholders on technical/functional practices, solutions and procedures both within and outside of the HR function. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as an ability to meet and engage a variety of key stakeholders at their level of understanding. Capacity and self-awareness to coach others in leadership positions. A willingness to work hands-on in the detail and contribute towards the People Strategy in representing the supported functions. Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently. Demonstrates professional courage and influence at all levels, up to and including Executive levels. Respond to change with strategy and innovation. Über Forterro Forterro wurde 2012 gegründet und hat sich zu einem der führenden Anbieter von Industriesoftware entwickelt - mit Niederlassungen in den wichtigsten Produktionsländern Europas sowie regionalen Servicezentren und Entwicklungszentren auf der ganzen Welt. Von mehr als 40 Standorten aus stellen unsere über 1.700 Mitarbeiter Software für mehr als 13.000 Industrieunternehmen bereit und unterstützen diese. Unsere Produkte sind tief in den Anforderungen der jeweiligen Region verwurzelt. Jedes Produkt ist darauf ausgerichtet, die Fähigkeit unserer Kunden zu stärken und zu beschleunigen, effizient zu arbeiten und wettbewerbsfähig zu sein. Abteilung People Experience Beschäftigungsart Festanstellung Standort Vereinigtes Königreich, London (Hautpsitz) Arbeitsplatztyp Hybrid Dein Manager VP, People Experience

We're looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Marketing Executive to lead a comprehensive programme of digital-focused demand generation campaigns for industrial SMEs. In this role, you’ll leverage the full marketing mix to promote our software products and services - fueling business success by delivering a consistent flow of opportunities into our pipeline. You’ll take ownership of planning, execution, and optimisation across inbound and outbound activity, collaborating closely with teams across Forterro. This is a hybrid role, offering flexibility to split your time between home and one of three UK Forterro offices – Lincoln, Southampton, or London. You'll be supported to work in the way that best suits you and the team, while remaining closely connected to colleagues across the business. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver outbound campaigns and inbound nurture programmes to support pipeline and software bookings objectives. Oversee digital marketing activities across multiple channels, SEO and SEA strategy, and evolve website performance using analytics and optimisation platforms. Create and distribute content that generates demand within our target markets. Produce content and collateral that supports successful sales execution. Collaborate and coordinate with go-to-market colleagues, including Sales, SDRs, Product Marketing, and Content. Use advanced analytics to report on success metrics and identify areas for improvement across lead generation efforts. Present regular updates on project progress and contribute to campaign planning cycles. Bring to life our customer pain points and clearly articulate our value proposition. Manage selected suppliers, agencies, third parties, and partners as needed. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Proven experience delivering demand generation marketing campaigns—B2B and/or software industry experience strongly preferred. A digital-native, with advanced knowledge of digital marketing techniques and systems. Demonstrated use of marketing automation and content management platforms such as Salesforce, Pardot and Drupal. Strong content creation skills—both short and long-form—for multiple channels. Experience in lead generation strategy, including capture, nurture, and qualification. A clear understanding of business challenges, buyer journeys, and how to position software solutions to senior decision-makers. High level of personal responsibility, strong stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration. Excellent planning, organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. Analytical mindset with comfort working with data and metrics to inform decisions. Energetic, positive, and solution-focused approach to problem-solving. Benefits Leave & Vacation 30 days annual leave (+ Bank holidays) Sickness Absence Benefit Lifestyle benefits 5% pension employer contribution Life assurance benefit Hybrid working opportunities Wellbeing initiatives Free eye tests and flu vaccinations Mental health support Career Development Defined careers pathways, skills development & professional growth opportunities Inclusivity & Diversity Core values that champion difference, inclusion & shared multicultural experiences. Über Forterro Forterro wurde 2012 gegründet und hat sich zu einem der führenden Anbieter von Industriesoftware entwickelt - mit Niederlassungen in den wichtigsten Produktionsländern Europas sowie regionalen Servicezentren und Entwicklungszentren auf der ganzen Welt. Von mehr als 40 Standorten aus stellen unsere über 1.700 Mitarbeiter Software für mehr als 13.000 Industrieunternehmen bereit und unterstützen diese. Unsere Produkte sind tief in den Anforderungen der jeweiligen Region verwurzelt. Jedes Produkt ist darauf ausgerichtet, die Fähigkeit unserer Kunden zu stärken und zu beschleunigen, effizient zu arbeiten und wettbewerbsfähig zu sein. Abteilung Marketing Beschäftigungsart Festanstellung Standort Vereinigtes Königreich, Remote Arbeitsplatztyp Hybrid

The Director of Product management is leading Product Management for the group of SMB & HQR product which is currently composed of MyFactory, Proffix, Siloc, Clipper, Helios, Garp, 123 insight and BPSC. He is managing Product Manager in charge of these products. He is in charge of ensuring that the global Forterro Strategy is correctly applied within his portfolio of products. Hence, he oversees investment done within its products, first in terms of budget definition in collaboration with the Director of R&D, but above all by validating product roadmaps and priorities. Then , the Director of Product Management ensure the application of unified Product Management process and tools within his portfolio. By being part of Product and R&D leadership team, the Director of Product Management is deeply involved in the strategy definition for the function and has to lead some key transformation project for the entire department. Responsibilities Mission 1: Support the Implementation of Forterro Strategy within Products Collaborate with the Director of R&D to define and support the appropriate level of investment in the product, based on the investment model and guidelines set by the Product and R&D Senior Leadership Team. Ensure alignment between the product strategy, product roadmap, Forterro’s overall strategy, and the Line of Business strategy (see Mission 2). Promote and support the Forterro Strategy across the product portfolio. Ensure the application of Forterro Product Management processes within the portfolio. Oversee the implementation of relevant tools. Validate and analyze key performance indicators related to the product portfolio. Mission 2: Oversee Product Vision, Strategy, and Roadmap Align product strategy with corporate strategy, including strategic pillars and product context. Validate the long-term product vision (5-year outlook) and associated measurement indicators. Approve the structure of the product roadmap, persona definitions, and prioritization criteria. Validate the themes to be addressed and the corresponding budget allocations. Prioritize themes based on added value, opportunities, technical feasibility, ease of use, and relevance to customer or market data. Approve the mode of execution (Buy / Build / Partner). Monitor and analyze steering indicators at regular intervals. Mission 3: Contribute to the Definition of Forterro’s Product and R&D Strategy Participate in discussions on defining functional objectives. Propose strategic initiatives. Define and oversee tactical implementation. Lead projects related to the implementation of strategic initiatives across the function. Mission 4: Manage a Team of Product Managers Define and track objectives for team members. Handle day-to-day management tasks (one-on-ones, holiday approvals, disciplinary meetings, etc.). Conduct quarterly HR dialogues. Manage salary discussions. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Knowledge You have strong industry knowledge and communicate effectively in English. You understand the basics of software development and have a good awareness of marketing and sales dynamics. Know-how You manage projects efficiently, analyze data to support decisions, and apply solid product management practices. Your communication is clear and professional. Key Behaviors and Qualities You are user-focused, naturally collaborative, curious, and a strong communicator. You lead with empathy, synthesize ideas well, and foster team spirit. Über Forterro Forterro wurde 2012 gegründet und hat sich zu einem der führenden Anbieter von Industriesoftware entwickelt - mit Niederlassungen in den wichtigsten Produktionsländern Europas sowie regionalen Servicezentren und Entwicklungszentren auf der ganzen Welt. Von mehr als 40 Standorten aus stellen unsere über 1.700 Mitarbeiter Software für mehr als 13.000 Industrieunternehmen bereit und unterstützen diese. Unsere Produkte sind tief in den Anforderungen der jeweiligen Region verwurzelt. Jedes Produkt ist darauf ausgerichtet, die Fähigkeit unserer Kunden zu stärken und zu beschleunigen, effizient zu arbeiten und wettbewerbsfähig zu sein. Abteilung Product Research & Development Beschäftigungsart Festanstellung Standort Vereinigtes Königreich, Remote Arbeitsplatztyp Hybrid