Director of Performance Management and People Growth and Development

Brief Info About Vinted
Our mission is to make second-hand the first choice, and we're looking for people who want to help us get there. Every day, we work together to help our members buy and sell pre-loved clothing and lifestyle items, giving each piece a second life – or even a third.

The Vinted Group is made up of three business units that support this mission:

Vinted Marketplace
is Europe's leading platform for second-hand fashion and a go-to destination for all kinds of pre-loved items, with a growing range of categories. Our platform connects millions of members across 20+ markets, helping great items find a new life.

Vinted Go
enhances the shipping experience with a vast network of over 500,000 pick-up and drop-off points, partnering with more than 60 carriers across Europe, with added services like item verification for peace of mind on high-value pieces.

Vinted Pay
is the newest part of the Vinted Group, dedicated to bringing secure, reliable payments to buyers and sellers across Europe. Seamlessly integrated into the Vinted app, it helps keep every transaction safe, efficient, and easy for our members.

Founded in 2008 in Lithuania, Vinted began as a way for friends to find new homes for clothes they no longer needed. In 2019, we became Lithuania's first unicorn Today, our headquarters remain in Vilnius, and we've grown with offices across Europe, supported by a team of over 2,000 people. Our backers include Accel, EQT Growth, Insight Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Sprints, and TPG.

Information About The Position
As the Interim Director of Performance Management and People Growth & Development at Vinted, you will be instrumental in leading the development and implementation of a visionary performance management (PM) system while setting and executing a strategic direction for the People Growth & Development (PGD) function. Your leadership will be pivotal in reviewing and evolving our performance management system, while creating a dynamic growth ecosystem that enhances our employees' skills and capabilities. You will focus on strategic initiatives that integrate internally designed growth programs with innovative external offerings, ensuring we meet the evolving developmental needs of our workforce.

This is a 15-month contract with the possibility of extension.

In this position, you'll

• Lead the design and implementation of a cutting-edge performance management system, incorporating performance rating scales and frameworks for quantitative goal-setting and evaluation.
• Set and drive the strategic vision for the PGD function, aligning it with Vinted's organizational objectives to enhance workforce capabilities and foster a culture of continuous personal development.
• Develop a comprehensive growth strategy that combines external offerings with internally designed interventions to deliver a diverse and impactful developmental experience.
• Oversee the creation, delivery, and assessment of targeted personal growth interventions that meet the developmental needs of our employees, enhancing their skills and performance.
• Identify and collaborate with external growth partners to expand the breadth and depth of our developmental offerings, ensuring access to the latest industry knowledge and practices.
• Conduct a comprehensive review of our current performance management system to assess its effectiveness, alignment with organizational goals, and areas for improvement.
• Lead organizational change management efforts, aligning PM and PGD initiatives to ensure seamless integration and sustained adoption.
• Mentor and guide senior leaders, enhancing their ability to make informed, strategic decisions that drive both performance and personal growth outcomes.
• Utilize data analytics to inform the development of PM and PGD strategies, ensuring decisions are evidence-based and contribute to the achievement of organizational goals.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition, People Operations, and Growth & Development teams to align strategies and promote a holistic approach to employee development.
• Stay updated on industry trends in performance management and personal growth & development, applying insights to maintain a competitive edge and enhance organizational scalability.

About You

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing complex performance management systems and leading PGD functions.
• Ability to create and execute strategic plans for the PM and PGD functions that drive business success and enhance organizational growth culture.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of influencing senior executives and leading transformative initiatives in a complex organizational environment.
• Proficient in using data to inform strategy, measure impact, and drive decision-making across the PM and PGD spheres.
• Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills, working effectively across various teams and functions.
• Fluent in English; additional language proficiency is a plus.

Work perks

• Home office support: we provide IT workstation equipment and a personal budget of up to €540 for home workplace furniture
• The opportunity to benefit from our share options programme.
• Digital mental and emotional health support and Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• A personal budget for shopping on Vinted.
• Daily lunch benefit per working day.
• 25 working days of holiday.
• Private health insurance.
• Newest MacBook models.
• Frequent team-building events
• Access to a discounted gym membership plan

Working at Vinted
Individual Learning Budget
We invest in your professional growth As part of our commitment to continuous learning, we offer an annual learning budget to support your personal and career development through courses, certifications, workshops and more.

Hybrid Work
We've adopted a hybrid workplace model where 2 days in office are recommended but not enforced. It's up to you and your team to decide on the exact days you'll spend working together in person.

Equal Opportunity
The Vinted Group is committed to building an inclusive workplace where people from all walks of life feel a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and life experiences. At Vinted, all applicants are treated fairly without regard to their race, age, religion or belief, sex, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

The salary range for this position is
£81,600 - £110,400
gross per year.