VP, People & Culture, EMEA

at  Kemira

TITLE: VP, PEOPLE & CULTURE, EMEA

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We call it chemistry with a purpose, better every day. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive and make a difference. Learn more about Kemira at www.kemira.com/careers.
We are now looking for a VP, People & Culture, EMEA to join our People & Culture function.
People & Culture unit contributes to business success by supporting all people and culture-related areas, such as talent development and acquisition, culture transformation, diversity, equity and inclusion, new ways of working, M&A processes, performance & rewards, and well-being, as well as providing operational support for people managers and employees. In this role, you will be shaping and executing our People & Culture initiatives. Reporting directly to the EVP, People & Culture, you will lead a team of dedicated People & Culture professionals and work closely with senior leadership, employees and other stakeholders. This position is based at our headquarters in Helsinki or at one of our main locations in Europe.

• Driving the People & Culture strategy for the EMEA region. Providing leadership to the People & Culture team, ensuring the delivery of high-impact people solutions.
• Fostering a culture of growth, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Championing and driving cultural transformation initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Optimising talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies to build a high-performing and engaged workforce. Implementing programs that support employee growth, career development, and succession planning.
• Further enhancing employee engagement by conducting regular feedback sessions to understand employee needs and address any concerns proactively.
• Leading transformation within the region to ensure successful adoption of new processes, policies and ways of working. Providing support and guidance to leaders and employees during times of organizational change.
• Ensuring the efficient and effective operation of People & Culture function in the region, including compensation and benefits, employee relations, performance management, and compliance with local labor laws and regulations.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Legal, IT and Operations, to ensure alignment and support for People & Culture initiatives. Partnering with global People & Culture stakeholders.