Employee Experience Manager

Lily Shippen; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lily Shippen invites applications for an AVP, Employee Engagement Partner to lead the execution and continuous improvement of the employee experience, engagement and inclusion strategy in a global organisation. Based in City of London, you will partner with HR, senior leaders and cross-functional teams to turn insights into programmes and shape an inclusive, high-performing culture.

This role requires 5-7+ years in employee experience or related fields, proven track record in engagement surveys,

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years' progressive experience in employee experience, engagement, organisational development, culture, DEI, HR or related field.
• Experience in global, international or matrixed organisations, ideally within financial or professional services.
• Proven experience leading employee listening programmes, engagement surveys, pulse surveys, action planning or recognition platforms.
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to turn employee feedback and data into practical recommendations and measurable outcomes.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and build alignment across HR, business leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Strong programme and project management experience, including managing vendors, budgets, communications, governance and competing priorities.
• Excellent written, verbal, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Strong change leadership capability with the ability to translate strategy into practical, sustainable action.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution and continuous improvement of the employee experience, engagement and inclusion strategy.
• Partner with HR, senior leaders and cross-functional teams to turn insights into meaningful programmes.
• Shape an inclusive, high-performing culture within a complex global organisation.
• Oversee programmes, governance and delivery, including vendor and budget management.

Skills

Employee engagement

Stakeholder influence

Strategic thinking

Data analysis

Project management

Vendor management

Communication skills

Job description

We're recruiting on behalf of our client, a global organisation, who are looking for an experienced AVP, Employee Engagement Partner to lead the execution and continuous improvement of their employee experience, engagement and inclusion strategy.

This is an excellent opportunity for an employee experience, engagement, culture or inclusion professional who combines strategic thinking with strong delivery. Working across HR, senior leadership and specialist functions, you'll turn employee insights into meaningful programmes, strengthen key moments across the employee lifecycle and help shape an inclusive, high-performing culture within a complex global organisation.

Role Snapshot

Job Title: AVP, Employee Engagement Partner

Location: City of London

Contract: Permanent, full-time

Salary: £60,000-£70,000 per annum

Key Requirements:

• 5-7+ years' progressive experience within employee experience, employee engagement, organisational development, culture, DEI, HR or a related field
• Experience within a global, international or matrixed organisation, ideally within financial or professional services
• Demonstrable experience leading employee listening programmes, engagement surveys, pulse surveys, action planning or recognition platforms
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to turn employee feedback and data into practical recommendations and measurable outcomes
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and build alignment across HR, business leaders and cross-functional teams
• Strong programme and project management experience, including managing vendors, budgets, communications, governance and competing priorities
• Excellent written, verbal, facilitation and presentation skills
• Strong change leadership capability with the ability to translate strategy into practical, sustainable action
• Proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused, with the confidence to operate independently within a complex global environment