Head, People Strategy & Planning - Contract (24 months)

Position Overview:

The Head of People Strategy and Planning will spearhead the formulation, implementation, and oversight of all-encompassing HR strategies that align with the objectives of the organization. This position entails managing organizational design, HR analytics, and budget oversight to ensure the provision of effective and meaningful HR solutions. The perfect candidate will possess strategic thinking capabilities, outstanding analytical expertise, and a profound understanding of organizational dynamics and financial requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

HR Strategy Formulation and Implementation:

• Drive the creation and execution of the HR strategy for the organization, ensuring alignment with business objectives and priorities.

• Collaborate with senior leadership to assess organizational requirements and ensure that HR initiatives are in support of overarching business goals.

• Lead strategic efforts in workforce planning, rightsizing, talent management, leadership development, and employee engagement initiatives.

Organizational Design and Development:

• Develop and implement organizational structures that enhance operational efficiency and workforce productivity.

• Perform organizational assessments to pinpoint gaps and recommend solutions to foster business expansion.

• Oversee initiatives related to workforce planning, succession planning, and change management. Compensation and Benefits Strategy

• Design and routinely assess the organization’s compensation and benefits strategies to ensure competitiveness and alignment with market dynamics.

• Introduce innovative reward systems and benefit offerings to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent while ensuring cost-effectiveness.

HR Analytics and Insights:

• Create and manage HR analytics frameworks that deliver actionable insights to senior management.

• Analyze HR metrics, including workforce trends, employee engagement, and retention rates, to guide decision-making processes.

• Generate data-driven reports to support business cases and enhance HR practices.

Change Management:

• Lead and coordinate change management initiatives to ensure the smooth implementation of organizational changes and HR strategies.

• Serve as a coach and consultant to senior leaders regarding change strategies and cultural transformation efforts.

Budget Oversight:

• Manage the HR budget, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and cost-effectiveness.

• Track HR expenditures and provide precise forecasting to maximize resource allocation.

• Guarantee financial compliance in all HR-related projects and activities. Leadership and Team Development:

• Guide, mentor, and develop the HR team to cultivate a high-performing function.

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence within the HR division.

Collaboration with Stakeholders:

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on HR issues, providing strategic insights and guidance.

• Work in partnership with cross-functional teams to ensure unified and aligned organizational strategies.

• Manage relationships with external partners, such as consultants and service providers, to enhance HR capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline; Master’s degree is preferred.

• At least 20 years of HR experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior strategic HR leadership position.

• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing HR strategies and organizational design frameworks at a corporate or global level.

• Strong financial expertise and experience in managing HR budgets.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across all organizational levels.