Name: Talent Acquisition Strategy, Exec Hiring & Brand
Price: 984 EUR
Availability: InStock

Languages

English
Native or bilingual

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Winchester (up to 50km)

Syensqo S.A. (spin-off from Solvay)
Head TA Strategy, Exec Hiring & Brand
HUMAN RESOURCES
January 2024 - Today (2 years and 5 months)
Define 2026 approach to TA strategy, talent brand and executive hiring, developing Ai and automation integration, successful review of ATS and new solution implementing in 2027.
Defined and implemented the annual TA strategy and operating model for Syensqo's, including the creation of a TSA exit strategy that transitioned the team to a regional model across manufacturing and central functions with integrated hybrid solutions (2024/25).
Designed and led the Executive Hiring & Assessment strategy in partnership with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and senior leaders, ensuring robust, data-driven succession planning and leadership development (on-going)
Rebuilt ELT during Q1'2026, working with executive team, board and partners to leverage the market quickly to ensure CEO, had a team in place by Q2.
Developed advanced assessment practices for leadership teams, leveraging AI-driven analysis of behavioral and performance data to identify development needs and inform succession strategies.
Directed large-scale recruitment initiatives for the transition to Global Business Services (HR, Finance, Procurement – 500 FTE), IT (200 FTE), and GCC India (100+ FTE), managing complex talent transitions across Europe, South America, India, and Asia (2024/25).
Shaped the talent acquisition approach to employer branding, collaborating with the corporate brand team to deliver impactful campaigns, content, and talent pool activation, with a focus on ROI-driven outcomes.
Established a comprehensive external workforce acquisition strategy in partnership with procurement, finance, and IT, driving change management, governance, and integrated data solutions for enhanced visibility of people, cost, suppliers, and compliance.
Actively mentor leaders across the organization, fostering leadership growth and capability development.
Solvay S.A.
Executive Hiring & Assessment Consultant (Project)
HUMAN RESOURCES
August 2022 - January 2024 (1 year and 5 months)
Driving Executive Hiring Excellence Through Transformation, lead executive hiring for Solvay’s demerger (split Syensqo), shaping two new ELTs, board and leadership teams.
Built a global Executive Hiring CoE, reporting to CHRO and Group Head of Talent.
Implemented refreshed executive assessments for both hiring and development, aligning with talent management and leadership programs.
Managed search partner relationships, MSAs, and RFPs to deliver top-tier executive talent.
Centralized executive recruitment—leveraging market insights, external talent pools, and a strong DEI focus.
XVConsult.uk
Director
June 2018 - January 2022 (3 years and 7 months)
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