Head of Performance & Improvement – Common Functions at AFRY

Solna, Stockholm County, Sweden -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Performance management, Continuous improvement, Process development, Shared services, Global business services, Data-driven, Digitalization, Automation, Program management, Project management, Change management, Stakeholder management, Strategic thinking, Process architecture, Business partnering

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description AFRY provides engineering, design, digital and advisory services. We are devoted experts in industry, energy and infrastructure sectors, creating impact for generations to come. AFRY has Nordic roots with a global reach. Our shared principles - Results driven, Client Centric, Empowering and Accountable - guide us in how we work, grow and succeed together. Join us and unlock transitions towards a sustainable and resilient society. Job Description Are you ready to shape how performance and continuous improvement drive real impact in a global organization? We are now looking for a Head of Performance & Improvement to join AFRY’s newly established Common Functions organization. This is a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact role at the heart of our transformation journey, where you will define how we measure, improve, and deliver value across functions. About the role As Head of Performance & Improvement, you will take ownership of the performance and improvement agenda for Common Functions. You will operate at the intersection of strategy, execution, and transformation, driving initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, and value delivery across the organization. You will be a key member of the Common Functions Leadership Team, playing an instrumental role in shaping ways of working in a newly formed, highly experienced team. Key Responsibilities Lead and govern cross-functional process development initiatives aligned with global frameworks Own and drive the Common Functions project portfolio, ensuring alignment across AFRY Partner with Global Process Owners to align priorities and process objectives Establish and maintain frameworks to measure performance, impact, and improvement outcomes Engage stakeholders and internal service recipients to ensure initiatives meet real business needs Own and develop the Common Functions service catalogue and process architecture Monitor service performance across quality, time, and cost dimensions Drive the performance and improvement roadmap—turning insights into action Act as a trusted business partner across functions and geographies This role initially has no direct reports but offers strong potential to build and lead a team as the organization evolves. Qualifications Who you are You are a strategic thinker with a passion for turning complexity into clarity and insight into action. You thrive in dynamic environments and know how to influence functions, cultures, and seniority levels. You bring: 10+ years of experience in performance management, continuous improvement, or related fields Strong expertise in process development and improvement methodologies Experience from Shared Services or Global Business Services environments A data-driven mindset with the ability to translate metrics into business impact A strong interest & skill-set in digitalization and automation Proven experience in program, project, and change management in complex environments Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at executive level A university degree and fluency in English Experience from AFRY or similar organizations is considered a plus. Additional Information Why join us? Common Functions is a newly established organization, bringing together Finance, People & Culture, IT and Real estate competence globally. This means you won’t just join a team—you will help build it. You will have: A central role in shaping a new organization The opportunity to influence strategy and ways of working from day one A collaborative, international environment with strong leadership peers While we have a hybrid working model at AFRY we expect that this role requires significant presence on-site in Solna, Sweden as well as other AFRY locations. Ready to make an impact? If you’re driven by transformation, energized by collaboration, and motivated by creating measurable results, we’d love to hear from you. Welcome to submit your application, the deadline is 2026-05-15 Contact person for questions: Gunilla Fridén, Head of Common Functions, email: [email protected] We kindly ask not to be contacted by staffing and recruitment agencies or salespeople offering additional job advertisements. At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future. Department: Business support Contract Type: Permanent

Responsibilities

The Head of Performance & Improvement will lead cross-functional process development and govern the project portfolio for Common Functions. They are responsible for establishing performance frameworks, managing the service catalogue, and driving improvement roadmaps to enhance organizational efficiency.