Global Learning & Development Programs Lead
Job Summary
Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981 we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human bodys largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin we are in shapes our lives we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.
We look for people who focus on getting results embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers patients and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company we embrace diversity and respect the dignity privacy and personal rights of every employee.
At Galderma we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled direct impact.
Further supporting our growth and innovation momentum we are establishing a new Global Capability Center in Barcelona to deploy new capabilities to effectively support its global commercial and functional teams. Located in the upscale Eixample District in the heart of Barcelona Galdermas Global Capability Center offers numerous possibilities for professional development such as exposure to global and cross-functional projects and access to global career opportunities.
Global Learning & Development Programs Lead
Location: Barcelona Spain or Krakow Poland
About the Role
At Galderma our ambition is to lead in dermatology and medical aestheticsand that requires a new generation of leaders who can navigate science innovation and customer-centricity at speed.
Were looking for a Global L&D Programs Lead to build and scale leadership capabilities across the organization. This role is about shaping how leaders think decide and show upfrom first-time managers to senior global leaders.
You wont just run leadership programsyoull define what great leadership looks like at Galderma and embed it into the business.
What Youll Own
Define Leadership at Galderma
- Translate business strategy into a clear actionable leadership capability framework
- Define the mindsets and behaviors needed to win in dermatology and medical aesthetics (e.g. scientific credibility customer obsession agility ethical leadership)
- Embed leadership expectations across the employee lifecycle
Build Leadership Journeys (Not One-Off Trainings)
- Design and scale global leadership development experiences across levels:
- New managers
- Mid-level leaders
- Senior and executive leadership
- Create journeys that combine formal learning coaching stretch experiences and real business challenges
Develop Leaders Who Can Operate in Complexity
- Equip leaders to:
- Lead in a VUCA competing science-driven highly regulated environment
- Balance global strategy with local market needs
- Drive innovation while managing risk
- Integrate topics like decision-making under uncertainty cross-functional leadership and leading transformation
Partner with the Business
- Work directly with senior HR and business leaders across commercial medical and corporate functions
- Act as a thought partner on leadership & skills gaps
- Co-create solutions that are grounded in real business challenges not generic models
Modernize Leadership Development
- Move beyond classroom training to scalable high-impact formats:
- Cohort-based programs
- Action learning tied to business priorities
- Digital and on-demand leadership tools
- Bring in external perspectives when relevant (e.g. executive coaches industry experts)
Embed & Sustain Behavior Change
- Ensure leadership development translates into day-to-day behavior
- Partner with Talent & HRBPs to integrate learning into performance talent and succession processes
- Create mechanisms for reinforcement (manager enablement nudges peer learning)
Measure Leadership Impact
- Define success in terms of leadership effectiveness and business outcomes
- Track impact on engagement performance and talent progression
- Use insights to continuously evolve leadership programs
What You Bring
- Strong experience in Learning & Development with strong focus on leadership development
- Experience in Consumer pharma healthcare is an asset
- Proven ability to design and scale leadership programs globally
- Strong understanding of leadership frameworks and behavior change
- Experience working with senior stakeholders and executive populations
- Ability to connect leadership development to real business impact
How You Work
- You think in terms of systems and impact not just programs
- Youre comfortable challenging senior leaders and influencing without authority
- You simplify complexity into clear leadership expectations
- You move fast test and iterate
- You care deeply about developing peoplenot just delivering content
Why This Role
- Youll define and shape leadership at a global dermatology and aesthetics leader
- Youll work at the intersection of science business and human performance
- Youll build something that scales globally and lasts beyond individual programs
- Youll have real influence on how the organization grows and leads