Head of Corporate Talent, Learning & Culture

At Swarovski where innovation meets inspiration our people desire to explore experience and create. We are looking for a visionary and experienced leader to join our Corporate HR Leadership Team as the Head of Corporate Talent Learning & Culture where you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries.

This role reports directly to the CHRO and is instrumental in shaping our people strategy to drive business performance engagement and a culture of continuous growth at Swarovski. Be part of a truly iconic global brand learn and grow with us. Were bold and inventive revealing astonishing things like no one else can. A world of wonder awaits you.

About the job

Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Shape and deliver the global Talent Learning & Culture strategy to attract develop and retain top talent aligned with business goals.
• Serve as most senior leader of for Talent Acquisition Talent Management Leadership & Development and Employee Engagement ensuring integration and alignment across these areas.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive talent strategy that differentiates the organization in the marketplace and fosters inclusion growth and engagement.
• Build diverse talent pipelines and partner with leaders to accelerate high-potential talent and succession planning.
• Drive learning and leadership programs including the Swarovski Growth Academy and embed future-oriented digital learning initiatives.
• Champion diversity equity & inclusion (EDI) and embed inclusive practices across the organization.
• Support organizational development and change advising leaders on transformation and capability building.
• Advance the integration of talent processes through technology and AI leveraging automation and analytics to improve efficiency and performance.
• Reimagine strategies for employee engagement and feedback driving a highly engaged high-performing organization.
• Design and track KPIs to measure talent outcomes ensuring accountability and communicating progress to senior leadership.
• Manage strategic partnerships and vendors to deliver best-in-class solutions.
• Inspire and develop the Talent Learning & Culture team building strong networks across HR and the business.

About you

We are looking for a unique and amazing talent who brings along the following:

• Masters Degree in HR Business Administration Organizational Development or equivalent.
• 8 years of experience within a multinational company with at least 4 years in a senior Talent Learning or Culture leadership role with international scope.
• Deep expertise in structuring world-class talent functions to optimize integration and impact.
• Proven expertise in talent strategy learning and development organizational culture and change management.
• Experience operating globally and leading transformation initiatives across complex stakeholder landscapes.
• Strong leadership skills with experience leading global teams in a matrix environment.
• Demonstrated success in driving transformation fostering engagement and building inclusive cultures.
• Excellent communication relationship-building and influencing skills to manage senior stakeholders.
• Strategic mindset with a track record of developing and implementing impactful people initiatives.
• Passion for continuous learning innovation and shaping the future of work.

What we offer

You can expect a range of benefits including:

• Swarovski products discounts
• Full coverage of accident insurance
• Attractive pension fund conditions
• Subsidized public transportation or free parking
• Employee canteen with buffet

Masters of Light Since 1895

Swarovski creates beautiful crystal-based products of impeccable quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality.

Founded in 1895 in Austria the company designs manufactures and sells the worlds finest crystal gemstones Swarovski Created Diamonds and zirconia jewelry and accessories as well as crystal objects and home accessories. Swarovski Crystal Business has a global reach with approximately 2400 stores and 6700 points of sales in around 140 countries and employs more than 18000 people. Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik (optical devices) and Tyrolit (abrasives) Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group. A responsible relationship with people and the planet is part of Swarovskis heritage. Today this legacy is rooted in sustainability measures across the value chain with an emphasis on circular innovation championing diversity inclusion and self-expression and in the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation which supports charitable organizations bringing positive environmental and social impact.

Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We give our people the guts to celebrate individuality and pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel involved respected valued connected and heard. A place where anyone/everyone belongs. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire promote discipline or discharge will be based on merit competence performance and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race color religion marital status age national origin physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status or any other status protected under the law of the countries we operate in.

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