Associate People Director Corporate Functions - EMEA
Associate People Director Corporate Functions - EMEA
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Job Title:
Associate People Director Corporate Functions EMEARequisition ID:
R024581Job Description:
We are seeking a passionate and strategic Associate People Director who thrives on building highperforming teams partnering with stakeholders and fostering an inclusive engaging culture. This role blends strategic oversight with handson involvement to align people strategies with business objectives ensuring the continued success of the Activision Blizzard operations in EMEA.
Reporting to the Senior People Director you will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the AB GotoMarket (GTM) teams who drive Franchise Marketing and Communication plans across the region contributing to an annual revenue of $1.4 billion. Additionally you will provide support to our AB & King (ABK) Corporate Functions such as Finance HR IT Information Security and more.
You will be a collaborative influential and skilled at navigating a complex matrix organization while balancing the diverse HR needs of various stakeholders. Partnering closely with Center of Excellence (COE) and the broader HR team you will deliver impactful resultsdriven initiatives.
You will work with leaders across ABK to develop and implement people strategies and solutions that align with both shortterm priorities and longterm organizational goals. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and enhance the employee experience during a pivotal and dynamic period of change.
To thrive in this position you must be a peoplefocused problem solver with exceptional emotional intelligence and integrity. You will bring outstanding attention to detail a proactive approach and strong critical thinking skills to drive meaningful outcomes.
What youll be doing:
- Build trusted relationships with leaders coaching and supporting them in executing people initiatives
- Translate business strategies into people and organizational priorities driving cultural and operational transformation
- Serve as a strategic advisor influencing decisions that align with business goals and people priorities
- Partner with leaders to improve the organization structure and operating model
- Design and execute people strategies including delivery of cyclical activities learning initiatives engagement activities and process improvement
- Partner with COEs to leverage expertise in Talent Management Diversity & Inclusion and Employee Engagement
- Lead processes such as talent planning succession planning workforce planning performance management including compensation and equity planning
- Partner with Talent Acquisition to ensure strategic hiring that aligns with business needs and DE&I goals.
- Drive retention strategies and create skilling plans to address development gaps for critical roles.
- Leverage data to inform decisions shape strategies and influence stakeholders with compelling storytelling.
- Analyse key people metrics (e.g. attrition talent gaps) to identify trends and drive actionable solutions.
- Champion Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) embedding these values across all people strategies.
- Lead organizational development and cultural initiatives ensuring effective communication and seamless implementation.
- Guide leaders through change management processes to enable smooth transitions and maintain high engagement.
- Lead and participate in other crossfunctional projects as needed to improve HR processes policies and systems
What were looking for:
Were looking for a highly skilled and motivated HR professional who embodies our values and thrives in a dynamic fastpaced environment. You will have a blended background of strategic and operational HR skills continuously applied to improve the companys culture. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
- Strong coaching and advisory skills with the ability to build trust and influence across all levels of leadership
- Expertise in talent management workforce planning organizational design and change management and can ensure excellence in the for all peoplerelated processes
- Proficiency in analysing and interpreting data to drive insights actions and build a peoplecentric plan with relevant initiatives
- Strong communication and storytelling skills to effectively convey complex ideas
- Initiative in a fastmoving environment; proactive problem solver rolluponessleeves attitude with courage of conviction and steadfast integrity
- Outstanding project and process management skills with a track record of delivering highquality results in a complex dynamic business environment
- Strategic business partnering experience gained from complex matrixed organizations
- A proactive handson approach balanced with strategic thinking
- A growth mindset and a passion for fostering inclusive highperforming cultures
- Resilience and adaptability to thrive in a fastpaced constantly evolving environment
- A team player that values being part of a collaborative and high performing team
- Indepth knowledge of UK employment law
Nice to have
- Experience in digital entertainment or technology sectors
- Proven track record in organizational development and talent management at a senior level
- Experience of working in an international diverse environment and a strong understanding of DE&I principles
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
