Global Head of Workforce Planning & Resource Strategy

ICON; Center Square (PA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Annual leave entitlements

Retirement planning offerings

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

ICON plc is seeking a Global Head of Planning & Resource Management to define and lead enterprise workforce strategy across a global organization. This executive role drives demand forecasting, capacity planning, and headcount governance, partnering with the CEO and Finance to align talent with growth and delivery goals.

The ideal leader combines analytical rigor with strong executive presence and a track record of transforming workforce planning into a strategic capability across multinational

Qualifications

• Extensive executive leadership experience in workforce planning and capacity management.
• Strong ability to forecast, analyze data, and translate into strategic actions.
• Proven track record partnering with C-suite and senior leaders on workforce investments.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead ICON's global workforce planning and resource management strategy.
• Own enterprise-wide demand forecasting, capacity planning, and workforce analytics.
• Lead the Headcount Approval Process across functions and geographies.
• Advise the CEO and Executive Leadership Team on workforce investments and capacity.
• Influence senior stakeholders to optimize resource allocation and performance.
• Drive transformation of governance capabilities using analytics and automation.
• Collaborate with Finance, HR, and operational leaders on financial implications.

Skills

Executive leadership

Workforce planning

Forecasting analytics

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in Business/Finance

Job description

ICON plc is seeking a Global Head of Planning & Resource Management to define and lead enterprise workforce strategy across a global organization. This executive role drives demand forecasting, capacity planning, and headcount governance, partnering with the CEO and Finance to align talent with growth and delivery goals.

The ideal leader combines analytical rigor with strong executive presence and a track record of transforming workforce planning into a strategic capability across multinational