About the Role:
Reporting to the VP, Head of People for CIS or Chief People Officer (TBD), the Senior Director, Head of People for Direct Line and the AWA partnership will be a key partner to Direct Line’s executive leadership team, responsible for all aspects of human resources, including compensation, benefits, learning, talent acquisition, development, and organizational effectiveness. The successful candidate will develop and implement Direct Line’s People strategy, working closely with the Direct Line executive leadership team to drive revenue growth, performance improvement, and operational excellence through strategic talent management. This role is remote within the United States.
What You Will Do:
Strategic Partnership
- Serve as a trusted People business partner to Direct Line’s President, the AWA program leaders and key business leaders, providing strategic insights and fostering strong relationships to drive organizational success.
- Act as a trusted advisor to cross-functional partners, offering expert guidance on complex business challenges and opportunities.
- Champion best practices and introduce innovative ideas to leadership, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
- Supervise People Business Partners globally, overseeing their training, development, and recruitment efforts to build a high-performing team.
- Balance broad change with realistic goals and implementation plans.
- Act with integrity and transparency, considering the best for the organization.
- Build strong relationships with emotional intelligence and clear communication.
- Inspire trust and followership through compelling influence and passion.
- Celebrate team success and create a sense of purpose for the organization
Talent Management
- Attract, develop, and retain top talent, leading comprehensive talent and succession planning initiatives to ensure a robust pipeline of future leaders.
- Partner with the Head of Learning & Development (L&D) for succession planning and talent programs, collaborating to design and implement effective development strategies.
- Identify training and development gaps, offering tailored plans to address specific needs and enhance employee capabilities.
- Create and articulate an inspiring vision for the organization.
- Analyze data from various sources to support decisions and align with overall strategy.
- Set clear, challenging goals and drive improved performance.
Collaboration & Insights
- Collaborate with Regional and Global People Centers of Excellence (COEs), aligning processes and programs to ensure consistency and effectiveness.
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of key clients and their industries, providing tailored HR solutions that meet specific business needs.
- Leverage workforce analytics and AI-driven insights, driving strategic decision-making and optimizing HR practices.
Compensation & Rewards
- Implement People solutions to position the company as the employer of choice, enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Partner with Total Rewards teams, developing competitive compensation strategies that attract and retain top talent.
OUR LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES:
Inspire Excellence and Collaboration
- Lead with integrity and foster a culture of trust, inspiring others to excel.
- Create an environment where supporting each other and the enterprise is enthusiastically embraced.
Take Accountability
- Act with a relentless drive for excellence and deliver exceptional results.
- Use objective metrics and transparency to measure and report progress.
Align With Our Strategy
- Support and communicate CBRE’s aspiration and strategy ensuring understanding and alignment across the organization.
- Help team members see that their individual contributions are tied to CBRE’s success, fostering a sense of purpose that drives collective achievement.
Embrace Change and Innovation
- Embrace change and encourage innovation by remaining open to new ideas and approaches.
- Change direction when needed in response to new information.
Nurture Talent
- Provide regular, actionable feedback to support individual and team growth and address performance issues promptly and fairly.
- Maintain a deep understanding of internal and external talent.