Overview IMI plc IMI plc is a sector focused organisation at the forefront of delivering motion and fluid control technologies that create a more sustainable world, improving the quality of life for our customers and communities and ultimately delivering our purpose of Breakthrough Engineering for a Better World. The Automation platform leverages deep automation technology and applications expertise to improve productivity, safety and sustainability for our customers, Industrial Automation operates across many important industry sectors and is a world leader in supporting customers with motion and fluid control technology. Our one big team work fairly and effectively but most importantly together to ensure we maintain the foundations that have enabled IMI's success through over 150 years of heritage. Role Overview: This is an exciting role leading the Talent & Learning agenda across the Automation platform of IMI PLC. You will spearhead the thought leadership and implementation of the identification, assessment, career planning and development of the organisations most precious and unique resource - it's talent. We are looking for someone to lead the evolution of the talent and learning strategy, identifying frameworks and tools, and building digital, technical and leadership capabilities that are designed specifically to meet the needs of the Automation business today and for the future. This leader will develop a compelling and innovative growth offering to our people, which will ensure we can attract, engage, develop and retain the very best talent across Automation globally. Key Responsibilities: Develop an end-to-end talent management and development strategy and translate that strategy into a tangible and actionable plan, with key priorities for the fiscal year and in service of the Automation strategy. Lead internal thought leadership on innovative and best practice skills and leadership talent approaches including digital, technical and leadership, sharing this across IMI Group and the Life Technology platform to embed best practice In collaboration with Group and Life Tech Platform, evolve the talent management framework incorporating all aspects of the talent management lifecycle - from definition, identification, assessment, succession and career management. With a view to promoting a 'one IMI' approach to talent. Develop an approach to assess critical capability needs and gaps across the global organization in partnership with the regional HR leaders. Prioritize these needs and build innovative and integrated learning solutions to address them. This would include creating tools which also enables our people to take ownership for their own development, that supplement and build from formalized development experiences. For Leadership specifically and in collaboration with Group and the Life Tech Platform develop a fit for purpose leadership framework, potential assessment approach and integrated development plan, that takes into account on the job experiences, coaching/mentoring and formalized learning experiences. Provide strategic oversight and thought leadership to enable the evolution of Talent Acquisition across Automation. Acting as a thought leader, strategic advisor and champion of best practice for the regional Talent Acquisition teams. No direct line management responsibility for Talent Acquisition but drawing together a community of practice. Determine approach for feedback, coaching and performance enablement that leverages pragmatics tools and solutions that can be used across the organization. Devise an approach to building and developing High Performance teams, with supporting tools and frameworks to maximise leadership and team effectiveness. Actively support the IMI Graduate Programme, managing the Automation global graduate and early career programmes, ensuring the fast-track development of emerging talent to meet the evolving needs of the whole organisation. Devise talent scorecard with clear tangible measures to track talent management and development effectiveness, including establishing controls that will provide insights to evaluate the performance and success of global development programmes and advise and manage implementation of improvements. Design Talent and Development team resourcing structure, that enables effective rollout of tools, programmes and initiatives, leveraging both internal and external resources. Source, create and manage appropriate behavioural tools to underpin the leadership/talent offering (psychometrics, 360/feedback mechanisms). Build and manage effective partnerships with external providers as needed (e.g: accredited bodies, funding routes, business schools, leadership specialists and external coaches). Manage external learning and development vendors to deliver modern high-quality, cost-effective solutions for learning and development. Work with HR Business Partners to embed talent management/development practices across each region. Partner with Finance to set appropriate funding models for development programmes and manage communications with the business. Actively network and understand key competitors and new trends and developments in the industry leadership development space to ensure our approach and offers are differentiated and attractive. Critical Competencies for Success Deep expertise in Talent Management / Leadership development likely developed in a prior centre of excellence role. Experienced in complex matrixed and highly paced environment and demonstrated strong performance consulting - diagnosing gaps in programmes and applying the right design to address them. Demonstrated deep understanding and application of theory and best practice in leadership, learning, behaviour change, leader assessment and effectiveness. Delivered measurable results through developing and designing technical, digital and leadership development strategies, programmes and resources for all levels of managers and leaders (individually, with SME and external vendors). Experience of psychometrics and/or qualified in some assessment tools, and well versed at helping recipients interpret results, understand development opportunities and build actionable development plans. Deep experience of developing and working with talent management frameworks and of facilitating talent reviews in a global and highly complex matrixed organisation. A highly motivated self-starter with excellent analytical skills and a results-oriented mindset. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities at once with multiple stakeholders. Strong learning design, presentation and facilitation skills. Experience of sourcing and managing external learning providers and partners. Highly personable, collaborative and able to engage at all levels, flexing style and approach as required in a range of situations / markets. Strong awareness of cultural nuances and demonstrable ability of having worked extensively in global roles. Previously supported and led a high performing team. Health & Safety The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role. Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties - At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts. Code of Ethics IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business. Changes to This Job Description IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time. IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. LI-DC1