People Location Lead

About the role

The People Location Lead is the senior People partner for an EPAM location, responsible for shaping the local People strategy, aligning global and regional agendas with local execution, and serving as a trusted advisor to location leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Support the location's leadership team by bringing a People perspective to decisions and the local agenda.
• Lead and coordinate local People initiatives aligned with the regional model and business priorities.
• Analyze location metrics (engagement, attrition, performance) and co‑define action plans with leadership.
• Adapt and implement People programs, processes, and policies to the local context while ensuring compliance with labor regulations.
• Act as escalation point for critical employee matters and monitor organizational health, raising risk alerts as needed.

Required profile

• Proven experience operating autonomously at regional/location level, managing complex cross‑functional People projects.
• Strong grasp of HR practices, labor law, and compliance with the ability to bridge global strategy and local context.
• Experience managing large or multiple teams with a track record of coaching leaders.
• Comfort engaging directly with senior stakeholders and influencing decisions.
• Advanced English (C1) and strong business acumen, stakeholder management, and emotional intelligence.

What we offer

• International projects with top brands.
• Collaboration with global, highly skilled, diverse peers.
• Healthcare benefits and employee financial programs.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Upskilling, reskilling, certification courses and global career opportunities.
• Volunteer and community involvement opportunities.
• A recognized award‑winning culture.