Head of Talent Management

As the Head of Talent Management, you will play a key role in shaping our organization's future by leading strategic talent initiatives that drive growth and performance across the business. Reporting to the Director of Talent & Learning and working closely with a team of 3 Talent Management Specialists to translate business objectives into talent strategies and programs that nurture our people and culture. You’ll also work closely with the Head of Learning, HRBPs & international HR teams across our business.

Rituals is in a hypergrowth and our future game plan is ambitious. An important part of your role will be to develop and implement a comprehensive Talent Management strategy aligned with our organizational vision and goals and foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning, partnering with global and local stakeholders to tailor solutions that fit diverse needs.

Your Accountabilities:

• Lead initiatives in talent development, talent identification, succession planning, and prioritized pipeline creation to ensure we have the right talent, in the right place, at the right time
• Design and implement innovative talent programs that enhance employee engagement and retention
• Leverage data-driven insights and AI technologies to personalize development journeys for our employees
• Build strong relationships with senior leaders, HR Business Partners, and cross-functional teams to drive talent initiatives forward.
• Own and shape a culture of feedback, growth, and inclusivity by improving and amplifying the adoption of the performance management processes and tools
• Lead efforts to embed our cultural amplifiers in all aspects of Talent Management
• Career Pathways: Develop frameworks that guide employees in advancing their careers
• Mentorship Initiatives: Implement programs to support career growth and leadership readiness
• Create tailored plans that align individual goals with organizational needs
• Guide and develop a high-performing team, encouraging innovation and a results-driven mindset (Play to Win) and promote knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and a sense of belonging within the Talent & Learning team (Love to Care)
• Define success metrics, track program effectiveness, and use insights to elevate the impact of our talent strategies
• Stay ahead of industry trends and best practices, continually evolving our approach to meet future needs

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Talent Management, with 3+ years in leadership roles, preferably within a dynamic matrix environment
• Demonstrated success in designing and launching talent programs on a global scale and experience in improving and driving the performance cycle
• Strong understanding of how culture, leadership and AI intersect
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
• Understanding of Workday and utilization of data to enable strategic talent management processes & practices

Your Personal Attributes:

• High energy with a collaborative spirit, sense of humor and humbleness
• Strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and technology in talent development
• As a leader you have Play to win and Love to care mindset; ensuring in team and cross functional collaboration, while also jumping in to work alongside them (as needed) to ensure success
• Fluency in English, and residency in the Netherlands required

Why Join Us?

Join our vibrant team where your contributions will have a lasting impact. You'll be surrounded by passionate, driven colleagues who challenge the status quo. We offer a dynamic environment where innovation thrives, and your ideas are valued.

If you are passionate about nurturing talent and eager to make a difference, we look forward to your application!

Interested?

Please note that only applications via our career website can be taken into consideration.

Next Steps:

• Recruitment will contact you for an initial conversation
• Participate in a series of interviews, starting with the Director of Talent & Learning
• Complete a behavioral assessment
• Join us in shaping the future of our organization!

Any questions about the procedure? Please contact Recruitment via frederik.vanzeggeren@rituals.com