We are looking for a Lead People Advisory Specialist to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for partnering with senior management to develop and implement effective HR practices that drive strategic business growth and increase team engagement. You will also play a key role in building and maintaining strong and trusting partnerships with individuals from a wide range of people and groups around the region.

Ready to make an impact? Join us and be part of a dynamic, growing team!

Immerse yourself in our collaborative culture by working on-site at our office in Yerevan.

Responsibilities

• Coach and advise managers and team members on various topics impacting employee experience, including performance management, team dynamics, and employee relations concerns
• Provide HR expertise in managing complex cases and develop effective retention strategies accordingly
• Partner with leadership teams to assess organizational health, mitigate potential risks, and align HR strategies with EPAM’s overall objectives
• Develop tailored HR plans for relevant units and accounts based on business needs and strategy
• Identify and onboard new leaders, serving as a trusted advisor
• Drive leadership development programs and initiate leadership coaching sessions in cooperation with Talent Development teams
• Support change management initiatives and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Analyze people data and HR metrics, developing solutions and programs that address business needs, improve organizational effectiveness, and enhance employee satisfaction
• Drive local/global People projects to impact organizational effectiveness
• Drive various town halls and workshops, both online and offline, on local and global levels to maintain open lines of communication and employee engagement
• Collaborate and establish trustful relationships with the global People team to adapt and implement best practices within the designated location
• Identify root causes of critical issues, design and implement effective solutions, and measure results
• Lead exit management process in cooperation with leadership team

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in People Management; with at least 2 years in People Advisory or Partnership roles
• Proven track record of working effectively in an international and culturally diverse environment
• Proficiency in English at the C1 level, with strong verbal and written communication skills
• In-depth understanding of Human Resources programs, functions, and best practices
• Strong capability to manage complex, ambiguous situations, navigate organizational challenges, and proactively seek solutions independently
• Excellent listening and empathy skills to understand employee needs and align them with organizational objectives, fostering a positive work environment
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, including data analysis, trend identification, and developing logical solutions and actionable plans
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Skilled in persuasion and influencing, leveraging robust relationships, expertise, and data-driven insights to drive decisions and change
• Experienced in stakeholder management, balancing diverse interests and aligning HR initiatives with business goals
• Proficiency in communicating complex changes and decisions, tailoring communication to suit different audiences, from leadership to employees
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all organizational levels
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to align HR strategies with broader organizational goals and objectives

We offer

• We connect like-minded people:
  • Experience exchange with colleagues from 55+ locations
  • Corporate and social events
  • Enjoyable working environment
• We invest in your growth:
  • Personal career development, soft skills and well-being programs
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and O'Reilly
  • Free English classes with certified teachers
• We cover it all:
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical & family care package
  • Four trust days per year for personal needs
  • Discounts for fitness clubs
  • Benefits package (hotels, restaurants, stores and services)

EPAM Armenia is a team of talented innovators united by a passion for technology. In 2014, we opened our first office in Yerevan, and now we have a second engineering hub in Gyumri. We've built a continuously learning organization that helps its employees rapidly advance their careers. Here you will work with the world's industry leaders, support impactful projects using the latest technologies, collaborate with multi-national teams, and have access to a wide variety of development opportunities.