Head of HR at LegalAndGeneral

Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Senior HR Leadership, Relationship Building, Organisational Design, Talent Management, Culture Change, Strategic Thinking, Analytical Skills, Project Management, HR Data Analysis, People Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Succession Planning, Resource Planning

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Company Description Legal & General (L&G) is a leading UK financial services group and major global investor. We’ve been safeguarding people’s financial futures since 1836, and strive to build a better society, while improving the lives of our customers and creating value for shareholders. We are one of the world’s largest asset managers and provide powerful asset origination capabilities. Together, these underpin our retirement and protection solutions: we are an international player in pension risk transfer, in UK and US life insurance, and in UK workplace pensions and retirement income. Who we are Our Retail business supports customers throughout their lives, to help them save, plan, protect and enjoy retirement. We’re a leading provider of retirement and protection solutions. We aim to support our c.12.8 million policyholders and workplace members throughout their lifelong financial journeys. We focus on helping the customers of today and tomorrow achieve better long-term outcomes. We either talk with them directly or work with intermediaries and employers to meet their needs. We use the latest technology to connect with them quickly, efficiently and wherever possible in highly personalised ways. Job Description We’re looking for a dynamic and inclusive Head of HR to lead our people strategy across our Retail division. You'll partner with the CEO of Workplace and the leadership team to develop, implement and embed a people strategy which supports the delivery of the business vision and objectives. Working closely with the the HRD Retail, Retail Exec and Retail HR team to develop and deliver the people strategy which enables the delivery of our business strategy. What you'll be doing: Partnering with the senior leadership team, providing proactive support and challenging on all aspects of people and organisation development that contribute to the strategic goals of the business Understanding the business (both across Retail and Workplace), commercially, culturally and strategically in order to develop and embed improvement across employee engagement, development, diversity and inclusion, talent and succession planning, L&D, performance management and resource planning Working with business leaders to shape the culture (in line with L&G organisational purpose, values and behaviours) and ensuring these are brought to life within the business and are meaningful to all teams/individuals Ensuring the business can attract, develop and retain the best people in the market Building workforce plans which include resource, structure and capability considerations to support business growth and delivery Leading the annual cycle of people activity, including pay review; performance calibration and Voice survey for Workplace, and providing oversight across Retail with HRBPs leading the activity Deputising for HRD as and when appropriate Qualifications Who we're looking for: Proven experience in senior HR leadership roles within complex organisations Strong relationship-building and influencing skills across senior stakeholders Expertise in organisational design, talent management and culture change Strategic thinker with analytical and conceptual capabilities Practical knowledge of project management and HR data analysis Passion for people development and current best practices Ability to navigate and support diverse teams and business challenges Whatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer: The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance -related bonus plan and valuable share schemes Generous pension contribution Life assurance Healthcare Plan (permanent employees only) At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years’ service. There’s also the option to buy and sell holiday Competitive family leave Participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only) There are the many discounts we offer – both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online In 2023, some of our workspaces were redesigned. Our offices are great spaces to connect and collaborate and have your wellbeing at the heart Additional Information At L&G, we believe it's possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all. If you join us, you’ll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel. We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time, term-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand, we accommodate requests when we can. It doesn’t matter if you don’t meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose.

Responsibilities

Lead the people strategy across the Retail division, partnering with senior leadership to support business objectives. Develop and implement strategies for employee engagement, talent management, and culture shaping.