Head of Talent Development, EMEA

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. JOB MISSION: 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. MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES: Strategic Leadership Partnership • Partner directly with EMEA Senior Leadership Team members to identify organisational capability requirements and develop strategies that strengthen leadership effectiveness, business performance and future readiness. • Act as a trusted advisor and consultant to senior leaders on leadership, talent, team effectiveness, organisational development and change initiatives. • Facilitate leadership discussions and talent reviews that drive organisational performance and strengthen talent pipelines across critical roles. COE Partnership • Develop strong connections, provide input and work closely with the Global Talent COE to align strategies; utilizing/leveraging resources which maximise impact within the EMEA region and ensure regional needs are recognized and considered in global programmes. • Share best practice with Talent Development Partners from other regions. Executive Advisory • Provide advisory and development support to Senior Leadership Team members and senior managers to enhance leadership capability, performance and organisational impact. • Support leaders in navigating organisational change, leading high-performing teams and fostering an inclusive culture. Talent Leadership • Partner with Senior HR Business Partners and business leaders to drive talent review, planning and key talent development processes. • Analyse talent and organisational data to identify capability gaps, talent risks and future workforce requirements, providing recommendations to senior stakeholders. • Lead regional talent discussions to ensure strong succession pipelines for business-critical positions. Facilitation & Delivery • Implement and deliver global programmes which effectively support and enhance business objectives and reinforce the company’s mission and culture. Occasionally design programs and/or engage vendors for region-specific learning. Note that the majority of design work is delivered by the COE. • Lead the regional DE&I strategy with a specific responsibility for any DEI related learning and development programs; collaborating and leading a committee of DE&I associates to enhance our regional DEI initiatives. Operational • 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. REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS: • Extensive experience partnering with senior executives to align development and organization effectiveness strategies to business priorities. • Proven track record of coaching, influencing, and facilitating senior leaders through leadership team development, talent reviews, succession planning, and organisational change initiatives. • Experience leading high-energy, dynamic learning workshops both in-person and virtually as well as utilization of advanced facilitation skills to develop organization capability. • Skilled at building relationships and influencing diverse stakeholders across multiple geographies, with an understanding of cultural differences and European business environments. • 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. • Engaging delivery style and keen to deliver and facilitate learning opportunities alongside other aspects of the role and be hands on across end to end talent processes. • Highly effective communicator with an engaging, persuasive style and excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Collaborative and hands-on approach, partnering effectively across teams while delivering learning experiences and managing end-to-end talent processes. • Results-oriented and structured professional with a passion for developing people, driving organisational performance, and helping individuals reach their full potential. • 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: Benefits will differ based on the location of the associate. • Discretionary Bonus Opportunity • Discount on health insurance • Flexible Working Hours • Pension Scheme • 25 days Annual Leave per year • Hybrid working • Employee Discount • Flexibility to work 20 days from anywhere each 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.