Robert Walters is a global, specialist professional recruitment consultancy.
"Our story begins in 1985, when our CEO, Robert Walters, opened the first office in Central London. Rob has led the company ever since and has the same passion and commitment today.
Over the last 30 years the business has grown and so has our ambition. We now operate across 2...
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Our client, a leading organization in the industrial, manufacturing, and retail sectors, is seeking an accomplished Human Capital Executive to lead the implementation of its human capital strategy.
This strategic role focuses on strengthening people practices to enhance employee performance, attract top talent, support individual growth, and retain key employees while ensuring workforce initiatives align with the organization’s long-term growth objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the implementation of the human capital strategy in alignment with organizational goals.
Develop and implement initiatives that enhance the employee experience and support the organization’s Employee Value Proposition (EVP).
Drive cultural initiatives that foster a positive organizational climate and attract, develop, and retain top talent.
Implement succession planning frameworks to identify, develop, and prepare future leaders.
Design and implement leadership development frameworks to strengthen skills and capabilities across all organizational levels.
Partner with divisions to align employees’ roles with their strengths while supporting career growth and development.
Ensure diversity and inclusion objectives are achieved across all management levels.
Stay abreast of human capital technology developments to support digital transformation initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience
B. Honours Degree required (a postgraduate qualification in Industrial Psychology would be advantageous).
Minimum of 10 years’ senior management experience, preferably within an industrial, manufacturing, or retail environment, including at least 5 years in a similarly sized organization of comparable complexity.
Skills & Attributes
Demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams and cultivate a strong sense of shared purpose across the organization.
Strong systems thinking with the ability to align human capital processes with broader business objectives.
Exceptional leadership and management capability, with the ability to operate both independently and collaboratively.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with executives and stakeholders at all levels.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and drive change.