Job Description
Chief People Officer (CPO) at Brompton Bicycle is a strategic leadership role, part of our C-Suite and reports directly to our CEO. In this newly created role, the CPO will lead the development and implementation of a people strategy that is aligned with our unique opportunity and ambitious growth plan. You'll lead Business Partnering, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Culture & Engagement, Compensation & Benefits all while driving positive change across the business.
What You’re Here to Do:
This is a landmark opportunity to be the first Chief People Officer at Brompton Bicycle. You will join a highly engaged and collaborative team passionate about delivering a progressive people agenda, ensuring our work aligns with our purpose of creating urban freedom for happier lives.
- HR Strategy: Develop and implement an effective HR strategy aligned with organizational goals.
- Stakeholder Management: Engage with stakeholders, providing advice, guidance, and coaching.
- Team Management: Lead and support the People Team, ensuring performance delivery and personal development.
- People Operations: Manage performance programs, support leadership in complex ER cases, and drive succession planning.
- Talent Acquisition: Oversee recruitment, diversity and inclusion efforts, and agency relationships.
- Learning & Development: Deliver management development programs and report on L&D activities.
- Compensation & Benefits: Develop a global EVP, ensure efficient payroll processes, and manage incentive plans.
- Culture & Engagement: Foster an inclusive culture, manage the employee engagement platform, and support accreditations.
- HR Systems & Budgets: Support Workday deployment, leverage analytics, and manage People budgets.
Even if you don't tick all the boxes, we encourage you to apply. Brompton values diverse teams and community spirit.
Desired Experience
- Work experience as a Chief HR Officer, VP of HR, or similar role in a global company particularly with exposure to US, EMEA and APAC.
- Experience in strategic planning and all HR functions.
- Hands-on experience with HR software (HRIS, ATS, Workday).
- Understanding of labour legislation.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Qualification in Human Resources Management, Organizational Psychology, or relevant field.
Desired Profile:
- Experienced leader with a proven track record of leading company wide transformation in line with ambitious commercial opportunities.
- Expertise in guiding CEOs, C-Suite, and Directors towards organisational transformation.
- Strong digital and data orientation, preferably from a global, multi-channel consumer business background.
- Personal attributes: high energy, resilience, assertiveness and high emotional intelligence.
Key Attributes and Capabilities:
- Strategic Visionary Leadership: Develop and articulate a clear strategic vision aligned with business objectives.
- Change Management Expertise: Implement change management strategies to drive organizational transformation.
- Cultural Transformation Champion: Foster a culture of agility, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Talent Acquisition & Development Strategist: Attract, develop, and retain top talent, fostering a culture of learning and development.
- Strategic Partnership & Influence: Build strategic partnerships and influence decision-making processes.
- C-Suite Collaboration & Alignment: Collaborate with and influence the C-suite to achieve strategic objectives.
Benefits
- Flexible & Hybrid Working: Adaptable work patterns available.
- Annual Leave: 25 days plus UK bank holidays.
- Competitive Salary: Includes workplace pension scheme and profit share bonus.
- Brompton Discount: Up to 60% off bikes and accessories.
- Staff Loan Bike: Use a Brompton Bicycle for up to 3 months free of charge.
- Onboarding Induction: 3-month program with a welcome pack, factory tour, and bike ride.
- Free Breakfast: Unlimited access to fruit and cereal.
- On-Site Canteen: Subsidised hot meals, snacks, and refreshments.
- Breakout Areas: Ping-pong, foosball, pool table, and more.
- Social Activities: Summer and Christmas parties, bike rides, volunteering activities, and more.
- Learning & Development: Access to LinkedIn Learning and personal development opportunities.
- Additional Benefits: Workplace Pension Scheme, Health Support, Cycle to Work Scheme, and more.
- Mental Health Support: Confidential EAP and wellness programs.
- Paid Leave: Enhanced Family, Paternity, and Maternity leave pay.