Regional People Partner-GTM

About Us:   Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people. How We Work: At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values:  Bold in how we dream and innovate Responsive to feedback, challenges and opportunities Accountable for results and best in class outcomes Visionary in future focused problem-solving Exceptional in execution and impact Corporate Overview Proofpoint is a leading cybersecurity company protecting organizations’ greatest assets and biggest risks: vulnerabilities in people. With an integrated suite of cloud-based solutions, Proofpoint helps companies around the world stop targeted threats, safeguard their data, and make their users more resilient against cyber-attacks. Leading organizations of all sizes, including more than half of the Fortune 1000, rely on Proofpoint for people-centric security and compliance solutions mitigating their most critical risks across email, the cloud, social media, and the web.   We are singularly devoted to helping our customers protect their greatest assets and biggest security risk: their people. That’s why we’re a leader in next-generation cybersecurity. Protection Starts with People.  Proofpoint. The Role: The Regional People Partner provides hands‑on support to people leaders and employees across the Region/BU, ensuring the consistent and practical implementation of People and Culture policies, processes, and employee‑focused services. This role plays a key part in strengthening people leadership capability, enhancing the employee experience, and supporting the smooth, effective operation of teams within a global organization. Working primarily with managers, the Regional People Partner offers guidance on a wide range of people matters, including performance, development, absence, wellbeing, and policy interpretation. The role acts as a trusted advisor, helping leaders navigate day‑to‑day people topics with confidence and ensuring decisions are aligned with both local legislation and company standards. When issues arise, the Regional People Partner takes a practical, solution‑oriented approach, enabling timely resolution while promoting fairness, consistency, and a positive workplace culture. Your day to day: Providing day-to-day coaching and guidance to managers on people matters, including performance challenges, conduct concerns, team dynamics, and general management responsibilities. Managing employee relations cases from first inquiry through to resolution, ensuring transparent communication, proper documentation, and consistent application of policy. Acting as a first line escalation point for operational HR questions, policy clarification, and people related problem solving. Supporting HR programmatic processes such as performance reviews, compensation administration, offboarding, and workforce changes. Ensuring operational consistency in the application of HR processes across multiple countries within the region, in partnership with HR operations teams. Supporting the regional/BU rollout of global and company-wide HR programs (e.g., performance management cycles, talent programs, engagement initiatives, comp reviews), ensuring alignment with plan requirements and business needs. Coaching and equipping managers to implement these programs effectively, providing clear guidance, tools, and ongoing support to drive adoption and successful execution. Identifying recurring issues, process gaps, or trends in manager queries and recommending improvements that enhance the employee and manager experience. Working collaboratively with global P&C teams to ensure smooth delivery of initiatives and strong integration of regional feedback into global design. Success in this role requires strong judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to balance employee advocacy with practical business needs. Key capabilities include employee relations expertise, coaching, problem solving, process orientation, and comfort working across time zones and diverse cultural environments. What you bring to the team: Remains up to date with local employment laws, internal and external regulations, compliance requirements, and procedures where applicable. Experience working in a high-growth environment with constant change as your companion. Experience supporting GTM teams. Excellent stakeholder partnership skills with an ability to collaborate, communicate and influence effectively. HR experience, with a focus on employee relations and HR operations Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems. Growth mindset, with a focus on continual self-development Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism. #LI-JK1 Why Proofpoint Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success.  We’re a customer-focused and a driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products. We are an inclusive, diverse, multinational company that believes in culture fit, but more importantly ‘culture-add’, and we strongly encourage people from all walks of life to apply. We believe in hiring the best and the brightest to help cultivate our culture of collaboration and appreciation. Apply today and explore your future at Proofpoint! #LifeAtProofpoint Why Proofpoint? At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us: Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits Career success on your terms Flexible work environment Annual wellness and community outreach days Always on recognition for your contributions Global collaboration and networking opportunities   Our Culture: Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.   How to Apply Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you! Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable compensation and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package, including flexible time off, a comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year, plus a three-week Work from Anywhere option. Base Pay Ranges: SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area: Base Pay Range: 98,900.00 - 155,430.00 USD California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska: Base Pay Range: 78,800.00 - 123,805.00 USD All other cities and states excluding those listed above: Base Pay Range: 70,400.00 - 110,605.00 USD