Talent Development Manager, EMEA

2 months ago


Warrington, Warrington, United Kingdom New Balance Full time

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. At New Balance, We Got Now.

JOB MISSION:

The Talent Development Manager will be responsible for utilising global talent strategies to develop and implement a learning and development strategy for the EMEA region. The regional strategy will support and enhance the organisation's business goals, enable associate growth and build high performance talent for the future. This role encompasses tailoring the design of global programmes, along with delivery and evaluation of impactful learning and development experiences.

The scope of this role covers associates across Europe in corporate and retail management roles and will work closely with the Global Talent Centre of Excellence to leverage resources and share best practice.

This role will have a dual reporting line into the Senior Regional HR Director and Senior Global Talent Director.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Develop and implement a regional talent development strategy to promote a high performing workforce with the capabilities needed now and in the future.
  • Develop strong connections and work closely with the Global Talent COE to utilise/leverage resources for the region, especially the Senior Managers for L&D, Talent Management, Key Talent Development, DE&I, Change Management.
  • Provide input to the Global Talent team to ensure regional needs are recognized and considered in global programmes.
  • Lead the regional DE&I strategy with a specific responsibility for the design and development of any DEI related learning and development programs; collaborating and leading a committee of DE&I associates to enhance our regional DEI initiatives.
  • Work closely with the HR team and managers throughout the region to identify regional talent requirements.
  • Partner with the HR BP team in their work to develop succession and career plans which meet future business needs.
  • Serve as an internal consultant to the business on talent and development topics.
  • Conduct needs assessments, set measurable objectives and provide date driven recommendations for regional learning topics, curriculums and solutions.
  • Stay updated on trends in learning and talent management and continuously develop knowledge base of concepts, models and approaches.
  • Creatively design and deliver modern learning programmes and experiences in a variety of formats including self-directed, instructor-led, digital, networking, mentoring, integrated to the flow of work, 'train the trainer' and blended approaches.
  • Develop, implement, and deliver programmes which effectively support and enhance strategic objectives and reinforce the company's mission and culture.
  • Work with department managers to continually reinforce goals of training programmes.
  • Budget management and sourcing of external funding where appropriate.
  • Provide on-going reporting and data on training uptake, knowledge transfer, associate learning experience, business impact and return on investment to inform decision making.
  • Share best practice with Talent Development Partners from other regions.
  • This role may have a direct report in some regions.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

  • Experience working in a large, global, matrixed organisation with a center of excellence model for talent development.
  • Experience in translating high level business strategies into training and organizational development programmes.
  • Demonstrated experience in regionally leading a talent development/talent management function.
  • Ideally degree educated in fields such as psychology, HR, learning, organizational development, business and management.
  • Knowledge of learning theory, needs analysis, modern learning formats, learning design and evaluation methodology.
  • Demonstrated experience delivering learning experiences through a variety of formats including in person instructor led; virtual instructor led; self-directed learning paths and advanced facilitation.
  • Highly influential, engaging and persuasive in communications. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
  • Systematic, structured approach with a focus on delivering results.
  • Experience of operating in a European environment is essential.

BENEFITS:

Benefits will differ based on the location of the associate.

  • Discretionary Bonus Opportunity
  • Discount on the health insurance
  • 8% holiday allowance
  • Flexible Working Hours
  • Pension Scheme
  • 25 days Annual Leave per year
  • Up to €250 travel allowance each month
  • Hybrid working
  • Employee Discount
  • Work from-home allowance
  • Home working equipment
  • Sports subscription via OneFit
  • Flexibility to Work from Anywhere for up to four weeks per year
  • Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support)

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.

If you have not already done so, please let us know if you require any support so we can make the right adjustments and considerations should they be required.



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