Job Description

Aim high, go beyond!

At Open Cosmos we are solving the world's biggest challenges from space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on...

Working in our People Team

The People Team is at the heart of life at Open Cosmos. Covering HR, Talent Acquisition, and Office Management, the team attracts great people, supports them through every stage of their journey, and creates a workplace where everyone can thrive. Their work keeps Open Cosmos a great place to work and our teams engaged, supported, and focused on mission success.


As Head of People - New Territories, you'll help Open Cosmos grow into new countries in a thoughtful, practical way. This is a senior, hands-on role where you'll set up the right employment structures in new locations and support the People side of any acquisitions we make.


You'll work closely with our leadership team, along with legal, finance and People colleagues, to make sure our growth is compliant with local laws, makes commercial sense, and stays true to how we work and what we value at Open Cosmos.

What will you be doing?

Helping Open Cosmos grow into new countries by setting up employment in a compliant, practical and scalable way Choosing and working with the right legal, HR and benefits partners in each new territory Putting in place locally compliant contracts, policies and ways of working, while keeping things as consistent as possible across the business Defining salary and benefits approaches for new countries that are competitive, fair internally and financially sustainable Working with Talent Acquisition to make sure hiring plans reflect local regulations and realities Supporting managers and new joiners with strong onboarding as teams are established in new locations Leading the People side of any acquisitions, including employee transfers, consultations and supporting teams through change Making sure everything is clearly handed over to the People team for ongoing, day-to-day support once a new territory is up and running

What You'll bring

Strong knowledge of international employment and the ability to apply local regulations within a global business A solid understanding of M&A activity from a People perspective, including supporting employee transfers and leading teams through change Confidence working across different cultures, adapting your approach to local norms while staying true to Open Cosmos' values Clear, honest communication and the ability to build effective relationships with senior leaders and external partners Commercial awareness, with a clear view of how People decisions impact cost, growth and long-term sustainability Comfort operating in ambiguity, taking ownership and finding practical, pragmatic solutions A values-led mindset aligned with how Open Cosmos works: ambitious, trustworthy, effective, efficient and collaborative

For this role you can be based in any of our locations:


Harwell, UK | Barcelona, Spain | Porto, Portugal | Athens, Greece


To apply, you must have the legal right to work in your chosen location.


Please submit your application and CV in English.

Why Open Cosmos?

Work at the cutting edge of space technology with customers around the globe. A mission-driven company making space accessible to help solve real-world challenges. * A diverse, ambitious, and supportive team.