About Zscaler
Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. Our cloud native Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.
Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We believe in transparency and value constructive, honest debate—we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership and accountability.
We value high-impact, high-accountability with a sense of urgency where you’re enabled to do your best work and embrace your potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges and want to make a positive difference on a global scale, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity.
Our general and administrative teams help to support and scale our great company. Whether striving to grow our workforce, nurture an amazing culture and work environment, support our financial and legal operations, or maintain our global infrastructure, the G&A team provides a strong foundation for growth. Put your passion, drive and expertise to work with the world’s cloud security leader.
We're looking for an experienced Principal People Business Partner to join our P&C Business Partners team. Reporting to the new Head of EMEA HR Business Partnering, you'll be responsible for:
- Acting as a trusted advisor to DACH senior leaders by supporting organizational design, performance management, employee engagement, and talent development initiatives and collaborating with stakeholders to drive key people projects, ensuring alignment with the company’s growth objectives
- Leading the establishment and collaboration with Employee Representation Forums and potential Works Councils, ensuring compliance with local labour laws and representing the company in negotiations, fostering transparent communication between employees, management, and representatives
- Partnering with P&C Centers of Excellence to manage bi-annual reviews for performance, promotions, and compensation, whilst overseeing initiatives related to employee engagement, development, and legal compliance to maintain an exceptional employee experience
- Ensuring full adherence to local labour laws, regulatory standards, and organizational risk management across the DACH region and guiding People Relations in addressing employee relations cases, grievances, and conflicts effectively and compliantly
- Leveraging P&C data analytics to track trends, measure success, providing clear reporting on workforce trends, compliance metrics, and representation activities to stakeholders
What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications):
- Fluent German and English language skills (written and verbal) are essential.
- A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required; a Master's degree is preferred
- 8+ years of progressive experience in HR roles, with a significant focus on the DACH region
- Comprehensive knowledge of labour laws and regulations within Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
- Demonstrable, hands-on expertise in developing, launching, and managing an ongoing relationship with Works Councils and Employee Representation Forums
What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Proven technical skills in labour relations, negotiation, conflict resolution, and compliance management
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management abilities with experience in executing HR strategy at a senior level
- An analytical mindset with strong data interpretation and reporting skills
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At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.
Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:
- Various health plans
- Time off plans for vacation and sick time
- Parental leave options
- Retirement options
- Education reimbursement
- In-office perks, and more!
Learn more about Zscaler’s Future of Work strategy, hybrid working model, and benefits here.
By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.
Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link.
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Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.
