Who We Are:
Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.
A strategic business partnering role combining organisational capability development, leadership advisory and talent development expertise. The Head of Talent Development acts as a trusted partner to the EMEA Senior Leadership Team, Senior HR Business Partners and business leaders to build organisational capability, strengthen leadership effectiveness and ensure the region has the talent required to deliver current and future business objectives.
The position has a matrix reporting to the Global Talent Centre of Excellence and leverages global talent strategy, programs and frameworks to advance the regional business strategy. The role combines strategic consultation and talent planning alongside dynamic delivery of high-impact development initiatives that enable performance, bench strength development and long-term organisational growth.
Strategic Leadership Partnership
Act as a trusted advisor and consultant to senior leaders on leadership, talent, team effectiveness, organisational development and change initiatives.
Provide on-going reporting and data on training uptake, knowledge transfer, associate learning experience, business impact and return on investment to inform decision making.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
Proven track record of coaching, influencing, and facilitating senior leaders through leadership team development, talent reviews, succession planning, and organisational change initiatives.
Executive presence with a proven ability to influence, challenge, and build credibility with senior leaders, acting as a trusted advisor on people and organisational matters.
Strong consulting, diagnostic, and coaching capabilities, identifying organisational needs and supporting leadership growth, effectiveness, and capability development.
Ideally degree educated in fields such as psychology, HR, learning, organizational development, business and management with an accredited coaching qualification.
Knowledge of learning theory, needs analysis, modern learning formats, learning design and evaluation methodology.
Benefits will differ based on the location of the associate.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.
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