Executive, Head People & Culture, UKI

NTT America, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA in the United Kingdom is seeking a strategic HR leader to direct People & Culture across UK&I, partnering with the Executive Managing Director UK&I and reporting to the Senior Executive, Head of People & Culture, Europe.

You will steer talent acquisition, development, succession planning, employee engagement, and P&C technology to enable growth and organisational performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resources or a related field.
• An advanced degree such as a master's degree or equivalent in Human Resources or an MBA is highly desirable.
• Experience working as a P&C Director, preferably within a global IT organisation.
• Significant experience in managing people through complex business transformations.
• Proficiency in P&C systems and technology.
• Demonstrated experience managing and leading a team of specialists and generalists in the P&C field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive P&C strategy aligned with the organisation’s goals.
• Lead and manage a team of P&C professionals.
• Structure benefits programmes to attract and retain top talent.
• Design and implement strategies to develop and retain top talent.
• Promote the employee value proposition and advise leadership on P&C topics.
• Oversee standardised P&C processes and ensure compliance with policies and law.
• Develop and manage the P&C budget and rebates.
• Collaborate with technical teams to design and implement P&C software systems.
• Drive performance evaluations and foster engaged teams.
• Provide training to managers and sustain cross-functional relationships.
• Navigate organisational culture and lead through change.
• Manage P&C team performance to ensure strategy execution.

Skills

P&C strategy

talent management

leadership

change management

data analytics

budgeting

stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Master's degree or MBA in HR is desirable

Tools

P&C systems

HR analytics tools

Job description

Make an impact with NTT DATA

Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

This role will partner with the UK&I Executive Managing Director UK&I and report to the Senior Executive, Head of People & Culture, Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive P&C strategy aligned with the organisation’s overall business goals and long-term growth vision.

• Lead and manage a team of P&C professionals in executing the overall P&C strategy.

• Structure benefits programmes effectively to attract and retain top talent.

• Design and implement strategies to develop and retain top talent.

• Align the key variables that will help NTT DATA UKI become one of the best places to work in the UK, and take responsibility for promoting the employee value proposition.

• Serve as an advisor to the Executive Managing Director UK&I and leadership team on P&C topics and potential labour conflicts.

• Facilitate and oversee the implementation of standardised P&C processes within the organisation.

• Ensure adherence to all internal policies and legal standards.

• Develop and manage the P&C budget and apply for relevant rebates in line with legislation.

• Collaborate with technical teams to design, integrate, and implement P&C software systems for improved efficiency.

• Recommend and implement new and improved measures for performance evaluations to drive strategy execution.

• Provide ongoing training and education to managers on processes and proactively assist them in leading and driving engaged performing teams.

• Manage P&C team performance to ensure strategy execution.

• Drive organisational culture by sharing best practices and developing and sustaining cross-functional relationships.

Knowledge, Skills, Attributes

• Extensive knowledge of P&C best practices, trends, and strategies to set direction and execute P&C initiatives aligned with the organisation's goals.

• Deep understanding of the company's industry, market dynamics, and key business drivers to align P&C strategies with business objectives.

• Expertise in talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies to build a skilled and engaged workforce.

• Comprehensive knowledge of P&C laws, regulations, and compliance requirements to ensure adherence to legal standards.

• Proficiency in organisational design, culture development, and change management to enhance overall organisational effectiveness.

• Strong knowledge of P&C technology and data analytics to make data-driven decisions and optimise P&C processes.

• Leadership skills to inspire and lead the P&C team, promote a culture of excellence, and drive organisational change.

• Strategic thinking abilities to develop P&C strategies that align with the company's long-term vision.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey P&C strategies and initiatives to senior leadership and employees.

• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities to address complex P&C challenges and make informed choices.

• Strong negotiation and influence skills to collaborate with stakeholders and drive P&C initiatives.

• Ability to build strong relationships with executive leaders, employees, and external partners.

• Resilience in navigating challenges and leading through uncertainty.

• Experience in outsourcing, mergers and acquisitions.

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resources or a related field.

• An advanced degree such as a master's degree or equivalent in Human Resources or an MBA is highly desirable.

Required Experience

• Experience working as a P&C Director, preferably within a global IT organisation.

• Significant experience in managing people through complex business transformations.

• Proficiency in P&C systems and technology.

• Demonstrated experience managing and leading a team of specialists and generalists in the P&C field.

Additional Career Level Description:

• Applies broad, extensive cross-organisational knowledge to participate in building business strategies and plans.

• Approves operational policies and their implementation.

• Develops and implements strategic plans and objectives in alignment with corporate strategy.

• Advocates for new tools and methods.

• Regularly interacts with executive-level management and major customers on critical and strategic matters.

• Facilitates cross-functional and cross-region cooperation

Workplace type :

On-site Working

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune

Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through

responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with

unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and

application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move

confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more

than 70 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as

established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each

year in R&D.

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