Head Learning & Development (m/f/x)

Swiss Re

Jan 27

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Job
Full-time
Expert Level
People, HR & Administration
Education & Teaching
Munich
Remote

Requirements

Minimum 15-20 years of experience in global HR CoEs, with a strong background in topics such as learning and development, running and developing leadership and talent programmes etc.
Ability to navigate a global organisation, and quickly build relationships within the team and beyond, with significant stakeholder management experience
Strong language skills
A background in innovative learning solutions and traditional learning approaches, with a sound understanding of progressive learning trends and technology.
Experience taking topics from ideation to executive proposals to a functioning strategy at pace, and guiding its implementation across a global organisation
Excellent presentation skills (authoring and presenting) are a major plus

Responsibilities

Understand the organisation’s business strategy and design an appropriate learning and development architecture to support it.
Lead and develop a team of consultants, working collaboratively with other teams and vendors to support and implement a fit-for-purpose L&D strategy at Swiss Re. Redesign, standardize, and continually improve our existing learning portfolios, programs and standards, including leadership development.
Influence, govern, and optimize large-scale decentralized learning programs across the organisation, focusing on consulting during strategic business transformations and the technical and non-technical capabilities derived from them, Develop a fit-for-purpose upskilling and reskilling strategy for the organisation, collaborating with our broader team and other areas such as Strategic People Planning, while drawing on industry best practices.
Review and improve our approach to managing learning needs, our learning infrastructure, and our learning delivery to ensure that we embed learning in the flow of work for our people and have the desired return on investment and business impact.
Work with our broader team to re-design career development and growth, and ensure that we have the best technology solutions to support a seamless learning experience for our people.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Head of Learning & Development?

The primary responsibility is to design and implement a transformative learning strategy that aligns with the business needs and empowers 14,000 employees at Swiss Re Group.

Who will the Head of Learning & Development report to?

The Head of Learning & Development will report to the Group Chief Talent & Culture Officer.

What kind of team will the Head of Learning & Development lead?

The Head of Learning & Development will lead a lean, award-winning team of experts in the Learning & Development field.

What are the key focus areas for this role?

Key focus areas include designing a learning architecture, revamping global Learning & Development approaches, managing learning needs, and developing upskilling and reskilling strategies.

What experience is required for this position?

A minimum of 15-20 years of experience in global HR Centers of Excellence, with a strong focus on learning and development, and the ability to navigate large organizations is required.

Is knowledge of innovative learning solutions necessary for this role?

Yes, a background in innovative learning solutions, traditional learning approaches, and a sound understanding of progressive learning trends and technology is essential.

What skills are important for the Head of Learning & Development role?

Important skills include stakeholder management, strong communication, excellent presentation skills, and the ability to turn innovative ideas into impactful strategies.

What is the work environment like at Swiss Re?

The work environment at Swiss Re is flexible and inclusive, designed to help employees find purpose and perform their best while adapting strategically to changing needs.

Does Swiss Re value diversity in its hiring practices?

Yes, Swiss Re is committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages diversity and equal opportunity for all employees.

Are there opportunities for career development within Swiss Re?

Yes, the role involves re-designing career development and growth opportunities for employees, ensuring a seamless learning experience.

Swiss Re

Swiss Re helps insurers and direct clients to shoulder risks through re/insurance and other solutions.

Finance

Industry

10,001+

Employees

Mission & Purpose

The Swiss Re Group is a leading wholesale provider of reinsurance, insurance and other insurance-based forms of risk transfer. Dealing direct and working through brokers, its global client base consists of insurance companies, mid-to-large-sized corporations and public sector clients. From standard products to tailor-made coverage across all lines of business, Swiss Re deploys its capital strength, expertise and innovation power to enable the risk taking upon which enterprise and progress in society depend. Founded in Zurich, Switzerland, in 1863, Swiss Re serves clients through a network of over 70 offices globally and is rated "AA-" by Standard & Poor's, "Aa3" by Moody's and "A+" by A.M. Best. Registered shares in the Swiss Re Group holding company, Swiss Re Ltd, are listed in accordance with the Main Standard on the SIX Swiss Exchange and trade under the symbol SREN. We're smarter together.