989 Performance Management jobs in the United Kingdom

Our client is seeking an accomplished and strategic Head of Performance Management to lead the development and implementation of robust performance management frameworks across the organization. This is a fully remote, senior leadership position that requires a data-driven and analytical mindset, coupled with exceptional leadership and communication skills. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing systems and processes that measure, monitor, and improve organizational performance. Key responsibilities include defining key performance indicators (KPIs), establishing reporting mechanisms, analyzing performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement, and collaborating with department heads to set performance targets. You will also lead initiatives focused on driving continuous improvement, fostering a culture of accountability, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in performance management, strategic planning, and data analysis, preferably within a large or complex organization. A strong understanding of various performance management methodologies and best practices is essential. You should be proficient in using analytics tools and dashboards to translate data into actionable insights. Excellent stakeholder management skills are required, as you will work closely with senior leadership and teams across the business. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape how performance is measured and managed, driving significant impact and achieving organizational goals from a remote setting. We are looking for a highly motivated and results-oriented leader who can inspire change and build high-performing teams. Your expertise will be crucial in enhancing overall business efficiency and effectiveness. The role demands a proactive approach to identifying challenges and opportunities for enhancing performance metrics and operational outcomes. This is an exciting chance to leverage your strategic vision in a remote-first environment.

Our client is seeking a proactive and strategic Human Resources Business Partner to join their growing team in Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK . This role is pivotal in aligning HR strategies with business objectives, focusing particularly on talent management, employee relations, and organizational development. The ideal candidate will act as a trusted advisor to management and employees, providing expert guidance on a wide range of HR matters. You will be instrumental in fostering a positive work environment, enhancing employee engagement, and supporting the full employee lifecycle.

Key responsibilities:

• Partner with business leaders to understand their strategic goals and develop HR initiatives to support them.
• Manage and advise on all aspects of employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures.
• Develop and implement talent management strategies, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and succession planning.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on HR policies, best practices, and legal compliance.
• Oversee the employee engagement and satisfaction initiatives, analyzing feedback and implementing action plans.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of training programs for employees and managers.
• Ensure HR policies and procedures are up-to-date, compliant with relevant legislation, and effectively communicated.
• Manage HR data and reporting, providing insights to support decision-making.
• Support organizational design and change management initiatives.
• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives within the workplace.

Required qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. CIPD qualification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a generalist HR role or as an HR Business Partner.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Proven experience in talent management, employee relations, and performance management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• A proactive approach to identifying and addressing HR challenges.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated HR professional to make a tangible impact within a supportive and forward-thinking organization based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK .

Our client, a leading organisation in its field, is looking for a proactive and experienced Human Resources Business Partner to focus on talent management strategies. This role is based in **Derby, Derbyshire, UK**, and is an office-based position. You will partner with business leaders to develop and implement effective talent acquisition, performance management, employee development, and succession planning initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of HR best practices, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a strategic mindset. You will be responsible for identifying critical talent needs, designing programs to attract, retain, and develop high-performing employees, and ensuring that HR strategies align with overall business objectives. Key responsibilities include conducting workforce planning, collaborating on recruitment strategies, implementing employee engagement programs, advising on career pathing, and supporting leadership development. You will also play a crucial role in fostering a positive and productive work environment. This position requires a strong ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and drive change within the organisation. Join our dedicated HR team in **Derby, Derbyshire, UK**, and contribute to building a talented and motivated workforce.

Our client is a dynamic and growing organization seeking a strategic and experienced Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support their expanding workforce. This role is pivotal in aligning HR strategies with business objectives, focusing on talent management, employee relations, and organizational development. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, commercially aware HR professional capable of building strong relationships and driving positive change within the business units they support.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with business leaders to understand their strategic goals and translate them into effective HR initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance and support on all aspects of HR, including employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and HR policy interpretation.
• Develop and implement talent management strategies, including workforce planning, recruitment, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Manage complex employee relations issues, conducting investigations and providing resolutions in line with employment law and company policies.
• Collaborate on the design and execution of organizational development initiatives to enhance team effectiveness and employee engagement.
• Advise on change management processes, ensuring smooth transitions and effective communication.
• Support the performance management cycle, coaching managers on goal setting, feedback, and performance improvement plans.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends, provide insights, and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations.
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture, championing diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Facilitate training sessions for managers and employees on various HR topics.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Stay current with HR best practices, employment law changes, and industry trends.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. CIPD qualification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Human Resources Business Partner role or a similar strategic HR position.
• Proven experience in talent management, succession planning, and performance management.
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
• Excellent employee relations skills, with experience in conducting investigations and mediating conflict.
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with senior management and influence decision-making.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret HR data.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Experience in organizational development and change management is a significant advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office Suite.
• A proactive, results-oriented approach with a strong commercial acumen.

This role is based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK , offering a hybrid work arrangement that combines office-based collaboration with the flexibility of remote working. Join a forward-thinking organization where you can make a significant impact on talent strategy and employee experience.

Head of Talent, Inclusion & Leadership

Leeds

Competitive salary

Middlemore are delighted to be working with the Bank of England to hire a Head of Talent, Inclusion & Leadership . We are seeking an experienced people leader who can unite Talent, Inclusion and Leadership under one bold, data-driven vision,

This is an exciting new senior leadership role which sits at the heart of the Bank’s People Strategy & Insights function, forming part of the People Directorate’s Senior Leadership Team. You will lead the Inclusion team, the Talent Acquisition and Future Talent teams, and the newly formed Organisational Capability & Effectiveness team (including Learning, Development, Performance and Leadership).

You will play a pivotal role in shaping, integrating and driving forward the Bank’s Talent, Inclusion and Leadership strategy – ensuring these disciplines work seamlessly together to build a culture of inclusion, capability and high performance in support of the Bank’s mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic integration: Create a unified, insight-led approach across Talent Acquisition, Organisational Capability (L&D, Leadership, Performance) and Culture, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
• Capability & leadership: Embed a 3–5-year organisational capability programme that transforms leadership development and performance culture.
• Inclusion & belonging: Evolve DEI beyond compliance into a genuine, inclusion-first approach that champions belonging and diversity of thought.
• Data-driven impact: Leverage analytics and workforce insights to measure progress and influence at Executive level.
• People leadership: Lead three senior managers and their teams, fostering collaboration, accountability and professional excellence across PS&I.

About You

You are a strategic, commercially astute HR leader who brings credibility, calm and influence at Executive level. You thrive in complex, governance-heavy environments and are skilled at building alignment and driving progress through data, partnership and persuasion.

You will bring:

• Senior expertise across Talent, Inclusion, Organisational Development or L&D (with depth in at least two).
• A track record of driving and embedding strategic and cultural change at scale.
• The ability to “speak the language of the business” – pragmatic, clear and outcome-focused.
• Emotional intelligence, resilience and the confidence to navigate complexity with diplomacy.

This is a rare opportunity to define how talent, leadership and inclusion intersect within a major UK institution. You’ll be shaping culture and capability at scale – influencing how 5,000+ colleagues grow, lead and thrive.

If you’re ready to bring strategic coherence, evidence-based thinking and authentic leadership to a role that truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Description

Head of Talent, Inclusion & Leadership

Leeds

Competitive salary

Middlemore are delighted to be working with the Bank of England to hire a Head of Talent, Inclusion & Leadership . We are seeking an experienced people leader who can unite Talent, Inclusion and Leadership under one bold, data-driven vision,

This is an exciting new senior leadership role which sits at the heart of the Bank’s People Strategy & Insights function, forming part of the People Directorate’s Senior Leadership Team. You will lead the Inclusion team, the Talent Acquisition and Future Talent teams, and the newly formed Organisational Capability & Effectiveness team (including Learning, Development, Performance and Leadership).

You will play a pivotal role in shaping, integrating and driving forward the Bank’s Talent, Inclusion and Leadership strategy – ensuring these disciplines work seamlessly together to build a culture of inclusion, capability and high performance in support of the Bank’s mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic integration: Create a unified, insight-led approach across Talent Acquisition, Organisational Capability (L&D, Leadership, Performance) and Culture, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
• Capability & leadership: Embed a 3–5-year organisational capability programme that transforms leadership development and performance culture.
• Inclusion & belonging: Evolve DEI beyond compliance into a genuine, inclusion-first approach that champions belonging and diversity of thought.
• Data-driven impact: Leverage analytics and workforce insights to measure progress and influence at Executive level.
• People leadership: Lead three senior managers and their teams, fostering collaboration, accountability and professional excellence across PS&I.

About You

You are a strategic, commercially astute HR leader who brings credibility, calm and influence at Executive level. You thrive in complex, governance-heavy environments and are skilled at building alignment and driving progress through data, partnership and persuasion.

You will bring:

• Senior expertise across Talent, Inclusion, Organisational Development or L&D (with depth in at least two).
• A track record of driving and embedding strategic and cultural change at scale.
• The ability to “speak the language of the business” – pragmatic, clear and outcome-focused.
• Emotional intelligence, resilience and the confidence to navigate complexity with diplomacy.

This is a rare opportunity to define how talent, leadership and inclusion intersect within a major UK institution. You’ll be shaping culture and capability at scale – influencing how 5,000+ colleagues grow, lead and thrive.

If you’re ready to bring strategic coherence, evidence-based thinking and authentic leadership to a role that truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

**Job Requisition ID #**
25WD89984
**25WD89984 Senior Program Manager, Talent Management - Talent Planning**
_French translation to follow!/Traduction française à suivre!_
**Position Overview**
The Autodesk People and Places (PPL) organization is on a transformative journey, revolutionizing our Talent Management landscape. We are excited to announce an opportunity for a dynamic **Senior Manager of Talent Management - Talent Planning,** who will own and drive enterprise-level talent review and succession planning (collectively known as Talent Planning) programs, executive talent insights analysis, talent assessments and profiles, and talent management systems and tools related to those functions. In addition, they will contribute to broader talent management strategies and initiatives, particularly those designed to create a cohesive talent management experience for every Autodesk employee.
The **Senior Manager of Talent Management - Talent Planning** will design, build, and drive Autodesk's talent planning strategy and execution. To deliver insightful, efficient, and technology-supported talent review and succession planning processes, you will partner with key stakeholders across Talent Management, Learning & Development, Culture and Belonging, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, People Insights, as well as with People Business Partners and executive leaders.
In this dynamic and high impact role you will have an opportunity to combine a passion program management, training and education, simplification, program integration, and creating a strong leader and employee experience. You will also be expected to work with internal stakeholders, across HR teams, and with leaders to support an integrated Talent Planning process. You will need to demonstrate strong executive presence, exceptional communication skills (written and verbal), and a proven track record in program managing multiple complex programs. The ideal candidate must possess a high degree of ownership, proven results of earning trust with customers, and have strong business acumen.
This role reports to the Senior Director of Executive Talent and Talent Management.
**Responsibilities**
+ Own the full talent planning portfolio of talent review and succession planning for Autodesk and contribute to broader talent management projects and strategic initiatives
+ Understand and translate organizational needs into a talent planning strategy and plan for the Company aligned with Autodesk's strategic intent
+ Manage the global enterprise-wide Talent Review and Succession Planning products and processes
+ Accountable for the quality and effectiveness of the executive talent processes, including succession plans, talent pools, senior talent movement, quality of talent profiles, leadership review, and assessments
+ Act as a trusted thought partner and advisor to People Business Partners in introducing new programs, identifying process improvements, and deploying new approaches
+ In 2025/2026, drive the process to select, configure, and install a technology platform (or platforms) to support the talent review process and data capture, including responsibility for all communications and training to support the launch of new tools and software
+ Expertly moderate and support talent review and succession planning discussions
+ Leverage data and analytics to drive continuous improvement and to share a powerful narrative with key stakeholders on progress, outcomes, and risks in executive talent management
+ Design talent review and succession planning reporting to ensure that both programs are delivering succession and executive talent insights to PPL leadership, CEO staff, and the board of directors
+ Identify appropriate metrics to track and measure the effectiveness of talent planning initiatives in partnership with the People Analytics team
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ 8+ years of experience in Talent Management, 4+ years focused on talent review and succession planning
+ Excellence in project and program management
+ Experience designing, launching, and supporting global talent management programs in sophisticated, complex, and dynamic global corporate environments
+ Deep knowledge of change management and communication principles
+ Effective, transparent communication skills, written and verbal
+ Strength in developing and delivering presentations and expertise in PowerPoint
+ Experience training colleagues on the adoption of new processes and technology, including experience implementing leadership training
+ Strategic knowledge of and experience implementing and using next generation talent technology platforms and tools
+ Experience/ background with using technology platforms to support talent review and succession planning process.
+ Experience administering talent assessment or 360-degree feedback tools/ processes.
+ Experience with Workday Talent Management module preferred
+ Experience building data-driven talent functions and designing processes that deliver actionable talent insights
+ Experience applying the lens of equity and inclusion across the employee lifecycle including processes, programs, and products
+ Skilled at developing and maintaining effective internal relationships. Adept at collaborating within a highly matrixed, cross-geo, cross-functional environment
+ Curious and intellectually flexible with the ability to generate, translate, and clarify ideas
+ Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and influencing skills
+ Ability to navigate ambiguity and multiple perspectives
+ Creative, innovative, and collaborative
+ Human centered design experience preferred
+ Undergraduate degree in Human Resources or related field is preferred
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**25WD89984 Responsable principal de programme, Gestion des talents - Planification des talents**
**Aperçu du poste**
L'organisation Autodesk People and Places (PPL) est en pleine transformation et révolutionne notre paysage de gestion des talents. Nous sommes ravis d'annoncer une opportunité pour un(e) **Responsable senior de la gestion des talents - Planification des talents** , qui sera chargé(e) de diriger les programmes de revue des talents et de planification de la relève à l'échelle de l'entreprise (collectivement appelés « planification des talents »), l'analyse des informations sur les talents de direction, l'évaluation et le profilage des talents, ainsi que les systèmes et outils de gestion des talents liés à ces fonctions. En outre, il/elle contribuera à des stratégies et initiatives plus larges en matière de gestion des talents, en particulier celles visant à créer une expérience cohérente de gestion des talents pour chaque employé d'Autodesk.
Le **responsable senior de la gestion des talents - Planification des talents** concevra, mettra en place et dirigera la stratégie et l'exécution de la planification des talents chez Autodesk. Afin de fournir des processus d'évaluation des talents et de planification de la relève pertinents, efficaces et soutenus par la technologie, vous travaillerez en collaboration avec les principales parties prenantes des départements Gestion des talents, Formation et développement, Culture et appartenance, Planification des effectifs, Gestion des performances, People Insights, ainsi qu'avec les partenaires commerciaux et les dirigeants.
Dans ce rôle dynamique et à fort impact, vous aurez l'occasion de combiner votre passion pour la gestion de programmes, la formation et l'éducation, la simplification, l'intégration de programmes et la création d'une expérience forte pour les dirigeants et les employés. Vous serez également amené à travailler avec les parties prenantes internes, les équipes RH et les dirigeants afin de soutenir un processus intégré de planification des talents. Vous devrez faire preuve d'une forte présence exécutive, d'excellentes compétences en communication (écrite et orale) et d'une expérience avérée dans la gestion de programmes complexes multiples. Le candidat idéal doit posséder un haut degré de responsabilité, avoir fait ses preuves en matière de confiance auprès des clients et avoir un sens aigu des affaires.
Ce poste est rattaché au directeur principal de la gestion des talents et des cadres supérieurs et sera basé au Canada.
**Responsabilités**
+ Gérer l'ensemble du portefeuille de planification des talents, de l'évaluation des talents et de la planification de la relève pour Autodesk, et contribuer à des projets de gestion des talents et à des initiatives stratégiques plus larges.
+ Comprendre et traduire les besoins organisationnels en une stratégie de planification des talents et un plan pour l'entreprise alignés sur l'intention stratégique d'Autodesk
+ Gérer les produits et processus mondiaux d'évaluation des talents et de planification de la relève à l'échelle de l'entreprise
+ Être responsable de la qualité et de l'efficacité des processus liés aux talents de direction, y compris les plans de succession, les viviers de talents, les mouvements des talents seniors, la qualité des profils de talents, l'évaluation du leadership et les évaluations
+ Agir en tant que partenaire de réflexion et conseiller de confiance auprès des partenaires commerciaux People pour l'introduction de nouveaux programmes, l'identification d'améliorations de processus et le déploiement de nouvelles approches
+ En 2025/2026, diriger le processus de sélection, de configuration et d'installation d'une ou plusieurs plateformes technologiques pour soutenir le processus d'évaluation des talents et la collecte de données, y compris la responsabilité de toutes les communications et formations nécessaires au lancement des nouveaux outils et logiciels
+ Modérer et soutenir de manière experte les discussions sur l'évaluation des talents et la planification de la relève
+ Exploiter les données et les analyses pour favoriser l'amélioration continue et partager avec les principales parties prenantes un récit convaincant sur les progrès, les résultats et les risques en matière de gestion des talents cadres
+ Concevoir des rapports sur l'évaluation des talents et la planification de la relève afin de garantir que les deux programmes fournissent des informations sur la relève et les talents cadres à la direction de PPL, au personnel du PDG et au conseil d'administration
+ Identifier les indicateurs appropriés pour suivre et mesurer l'efficacité des initiatives de planification des talents en partenariat avec l'équipe People Analytics
**Qualifications minimales**
+ Au moins 8 ans d'expérience dans la gestion des talents, dont au moins 4 ans dans l'évaluation des talents et la planification de la relève
+ Excellence dans la gestion de projets et de programmes
+ Expérience dans la conception, le lancement et le soutien de programmes mondiaux de gestion des talents dans des environnements d'entreprise internationaux sophistiqués, complexes et dynamiques
+ Connaissance approfondie des principes de gestion du changement et de communication
+ Compétences en communication écrite et orale efficaces et transparentes
+ Aptitude à élaborer et à présenter des exposés et expertise dans l'utilisation de PowerPoint
+ Expérience dans la formation de collègues à l'adoption de nouveaux processus et technologies, y compris dans la mise en œuvre de formations au leadership
+ Connaissance stratégique et expérience de la mise en œuvre et de l'utilisation de plateformes et d'outils technologiques de nouvelle génération pour la gestion des talents
+ Expérience/connaissance de l'utilisation de plateformes technologiques pour soutenir le processus d'évaluation des talents et de planification de la relève.
+ Expérience dans l'administration d'outils/processus d'évaluation des talents ou de feedback à 360 degrés.
+ Expérience avec le module Workday Talent Management préférée
+ Expérience dans la mise en place de fonctions de gestion des talents basées sur les données et dans la conception de processus fournissant des informations exploitables sur les talents
+ Expérience dans l'application des principes d'équité et d'inclusion tout au long du cycle de vie des employés, y compris les processus, les programmes et les produits
+ Aptes à développer et à entretenir des relations internes efficaces. Aptes à collaborer dans un environnement hautement matriciel, international et interfonctionnel
+ Curieux et intellectuellement flexible, capable de générer, traduire et clarifier des idées
+ Excellentes compétences en matière de résolution de problèmes, de négociation et d'influence
+ Capacité à naviguer dans l'ambiguïté et à gérer des perspectives multiples
+ Créatif, innovant et collaboratif
+ Expérience en conception centrée sur l'humain préférée
+ Diplôme de premier cycle en ressources humaines ou dans un domaine connexe préféré
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**About Autodesk**
Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software - from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.
We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk - it's at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.
When you're an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!
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Location: London

Length: 6 months

PAYE only

Overall purpose of the role

Are you a highly experienced and seasoned Talent Management and Executive Development professional looking to make a significant impact within a leading global organisation? We are seeking two dynamic and driven individuals to join our HR team and play a pivotal role in shaping our talent excellence programme.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a massive change programme, embedding consistency in how we assess, develop and measure the impact of our work on business outcomes, particularly at the Director and MD level. You will be instrumental in the transformation of senior leadership development, focusing on succession planning, leadership development strategies and high-potential programmes that directly align with our commercial objectives.

Key Accountabilities:

• Driving the delivery of accelerator programmes for VP, Director and MD level talent, shaping their design and execution

• Developing and implementing top-of-house succession, talent and leadership development strategies

• Utilising a data-driven approach to understand and measure the impact of programmes on business outcomes

• Managing external consultancies to ensure effective delivery, while also providing expert input and oversight

• Engaging in strategic development, balancing leadership and strategy with practical implementation in a complex business environment

• Coaching executives, leading large-scale presentations and facilitating team effectiveness programmes

• Contributing to the design and delivery of content for senior leadership group events

Key Skills:

• Extensive experience at Senior Manager/Director level from multinational financial services organisations or similar

• Proven experience in large-scale leadership strategy development, ideally across multi-country operations

• A strong track record of measuring the business impact of talent and leadership programmes beyond satisfaction scores (e.g., increased successors, improved retention/engagement, productivity metrics)

• Demonstrated delivery experience, including executive coaching, public speaking to large senior audiences and implementing team effectiveness initiatives

• Experience with 360-degree feedback programmes and leadership conferences

• A strategic mindset coupled with hands-on delivery capability in a complex business setting

About Barclays

Barclays is a British universal bank. It is diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Barclays businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by its service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group.

Values

Everything Barclays does is shaped by its five values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship. The Barclays values inform the foundations of its relationships with customers and clients, but they also shape how Barclays measure and reward the performance of colleagues. Simply put, success is not just about what you achieve, but about how you achieve it.

Diversity

Barclays aims to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to Barclays vision and goals.

Hybrid

At Barclays, we offer a hybrid working experience that blends the positives of working alongside colleagues at our onsite locations, together with working from home. We have a structured approach where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, ‘anchor’, days of the week, for a minimum of two days a week or more, as set by the business area (or nearest equivalent if working part-time hours). Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that as we continue to embed our hybrid working environment, we remain in a test and learn phase, which means that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business.

Your Benefits

As a contract employee of Randstad Sourceright, you’ll receive a wide range of financial and personal benefits. There’s enrolment in a pension plan (after 12 weeks on assignment) and holiday pay. You’ll also get 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme, designed to help you deal with any problems that could be affecting your home or work life. Plus, there’s discounts at heaps of high street shops, restaurants and entertainment - from Asda to Zizzi Italian restaurants.

Location: London

Length: 6 months

PAYE only

Overall purpose of the role

Are you a highly experienced and seasoned Talent Management and Executive Development professional looking to make a significant impact within a leading global organisation? We are seeking two dynamic and driven individuals to join our HR team and play a pivotal role in shaping our talent excellence programme.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a massive change programme, embedding consistency in how we assess, develop and measure the impact of our work on business outcomes, particularly at the Director and MD level. You will be instrumental in the transformation of senior leadership development, focusing on succession planning, leadership development strategies and high-potential programmes that directly align with our commercial objectives.

Key Accountabilities:

• Driving the delivery of accelerator programmes for VP, Director and MD level talent, shaping their design and execution

• Developing and implementing top-of-house succession, talent and leadership development strategies

• Utilising a data-driven approach to understand and measure the impact of programmes on business outcomes

• Managing external consultancies to ensure effective delivery, while also providing expert input and oversight

• Engaging in strategic development, balancing leadership and strategy with practical implementation in a complex business environment

• Coaching executives, leading large-scale presentations and facilitating team effectiveness programmes

• Contributing to the design and delivery of content for senior leadership group events

Key Skills:

• Extensive experience at Senior Manager/Director level from multinational financial services organisations or similar

• Proven experience in large-scale leadership strategy development, ideally across multi-country operations

• A strong track record of measuring the business impact of talent and leadership programmes beyond satisfaction scores (e.g., increased successors, improved retention/engagement, productivity metrics)

• Demonstrated delivery experience, including executive coaching, public speaking to large senior audiences and implementing team effectiveness initiatives

• Experience with 360-degree feedback programmes and leadership conferences

• A strategic mindset coupled with hands-on delivery capability in a complex business setting

About Barclays

Barclays is a British universal bank. It is diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Barclays businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by its service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group.

Values

Everything Barclays does is shaped by its five values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship. The Barclays values inform the foundations of its relationships with customers and clients, but they also shape how Barclays measure and reward the performance of colleagues. Simply put, success is not just about what you achieve, but about how you achieve it.

Diversity

Barclays aims to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to Barclays vision and goals.

Hybrid

At Barclays, we offer a hybrid working experience that blends the positives of working alongside colleagues at our onsite locations, together with working from home. We have a structured approach where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, ‘anchor’, days of the week, for a minimum of two days a week or more, as set by the business area (or nearest equivalent if working part-time hours). Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that as we continue to embed our hybrid working environment, we remain in a test and learn phase, which means that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business.

Your Benefits

As a contract employee of Randstad Sourceright, you’ll receive a wide range of financial and personal benefits. There’s enrolment in a pension plan (after 12 weeks on assignment) and holiday pay. You’ll also get 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme, designed to help you deal with any problems that could be affecting your home or work life. Plus, there’s discounts at heaps of high street shops, restaurants and entertainment - from Asda to Zizzi Italian restaurants.