People Director IRC275513

GlobalLogic; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a People Director to lead HR initiatives in the UK&I. The role involves strategic partnership with business leaders, shaping workforce strategies, and promoting diversity and inclusion. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in consulting, HR best practices, and experience in managing change, particularly in M&A scenarios. Join a culture prioritizing employee engagement and development, ensuring a high-quality employee experience.

Benefits

Culture of caring

Learning and development opportunities

Balance and flexibility in work arrangements

High-trust organization

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading People function in consulting.
• Strong understanding of labor laws, including TUPE.
• Ability to thrive in change-management situations.

Responsibilities

• Own the HR strategy that supports business growth.
• Act as an advisor during M&A integrations.
• Analyse People metrics to develop effective solutions.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Diversity and inclusion

Data-driven decision making

HR best practices

Change management

Education

Experience in a fast-paced consulting environment

Job description

Human Resource Management, Human Resources

We are seeking a highly experienced and talented People Director to lead the People function in the UK&I. The People function partners with business leaders to maximise the potential of our greatest asset- our people. We are dedicated to driving company transformation and a high-quality employee experience by engaging, developing, and retaining our global workforce.

Overview

We are seeking a People Director to lead the People function in the UK&I, partnering with business leaders to maximise the potential of our people and drive transformation and a high-quality employee experience.

Qualifications

• An experienced People leader with a proven track record in a fast-paced consulting environment and a strong understanding of local and global operations.
• Excel at acting as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to business leaders, thriving in times of change by adeptly leading major initiatives such as M&A integrations and shifts in People strategy.
• Innovative and data-driven approach, using critical metrics to proactively identify talent needs and develop compelling solutions.
• Extensive experience in stakeholder management, adept at building buy-in and leading a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Passionate champion for diversity and inclusion, skilled at developing the next generation of leaders and translating a vision for the People function into tangible results.
• Comfortable in working within a highly matrix organisation, requiring strong influencing and trust building capabilities, in a culturally diverse environment.
• Strong expertise in UK&I HR best practices and labour laws, including those related to Employee engagement, TUPE and re-structuring.

Responsibilities

• As a strategic People Partner, own this mandate, ensuring an integrated approach to all talent initiatives. Act as a trusted advisor and change agent, proactively assessing needs, and developing and executing a comprehensive HR strategy that supports business growth, while defining and tracking key metrics to ensure success and development of our people.
• Understand how HR Business Partners (HRBPs), Centers of Excellence (COEs) and Shared Service Centres (SSC) can define and execute an effective People strategy and support the business.
• In M&A scenarios, provide HR advice and support during Due Diligence and integration of new companies, including expertise in applicable HR laws such as TUPE.
• Understand the talent needs of the business (hiring, growth, development, retention, bench management, performance management and improvement planning).
• Identify talent issues related to specific roles or specialisation before they impact the business.
• Analyse trends and critical People metrics in partnership with the business to develop solutions, programs and policies that cover business needs. Leverage metrics to publish a dashboard for reporting progress and success.
• Participate in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success.
• Develop strategies aimed to raise employee engagement.
• Define diversity strategy in partnership with senior business leaders and aligned with company objectives.
• Contribute to GlobalLogic EVP (employee value proposition).
• Adjust People strategies to respond to changing business needs by providing proposals to People Heads/Management in collaboration with COE Org Effectiveness.
• Lead and manage changes in people-related strategy, organisation and/or operations.
• Promote buy-in among organisational stakeholders when implementing change initiatives.
• Act as a trusted advisor in times of change and communicate internally with all stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition.
• Support the development of the next generation of GL leaders for business success and growth.
• Support Compensation and Benefits function with inputs relating to local needs, data and strategy (market overview, internal & external fairness etc.).
• Drive Diversity & Inclusion initiatives in the Region.

What we offer

Culture of caring. At GlobalLogic, we prioritize a culture of caring. Across every region and department, at every level, we consistently put people first. From day one, you’ll experience an inclusive culture of acceptance and belonging, where you’ll have the chance to build meaningful connections with collaborative teammates, supportive managers, and compassionate leaders.

Learning and development. We are committed to your continuous learning and development. You’ll learn and grow daily in an environment with many opportunities to try new things, sharpen your skills, and advance your career at GlobalLogic. With our Career Navigator tool as just one example, GlobalLogic offers a rich array of programs, training curricula, and hands-on opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Interesting & meaningful work. GlobalLogic is known for engineering impact for and with clients around the world. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that matter. Each is a unique opportunity to engage your curiosity and creative problem-solving skills as you help clients reimagine what’s possible and bring new solutions to market. In the process, you’ll have the privilege of working on some of the most cutting-edge and impactful solutions shaping the world today.

Balance and flexibility. We believe in the importance of balance and flexibility. With many functional career areas, roles, and work arrangements, you can explore ways of achieving the perfect balance between your work and life. Your life extends beyond the office, and we always do our best to help you integrate and balance the best of work and life, having fun along the way!

High-trust organization. We are a high-trust organization where integrity is key. By joining GlobalLogic, you’re placing your trust in a safe, reliable, and ethical global company. Integrity and trust are a cornerstone of our value proposition to our employees and clients. You will find truthfulness, candor, and integrity in everything we do.

About GlobalLogic

GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world’s largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we’ve been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.

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