Come and join the leading #avoexperts 🥑

Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce – 365 days a year & across the globe.

With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading #avoexperts, and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.

We’re looking for a Group Talent Director to join our Head Office in Kings Hill, Kent, on a 6 month fixed term contract with the possibility to extend

We are excited to announce the creation of a brand-new Group Talent Director role at Westfalia Fruit. In this pivotal position, you will play a leading role in shaping the future of our workforce and driving our continued success.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate and strategic talent leader to make a significant impact on a global organisation.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement a global talent management strategy that aligns with Westfalia Fruit's vision, values, and business goals.
• Collaborate with business unit leaders to translate strategic objectives into actionable talent plans, ensuring we have the right skills and leadership for success.
• Design and implement a leadership framework that defines our ideal leadership qualities, fostering a high-performance environment.
• Develop a robust succession planning process to identify and cultivate future leaders from within our talented workforce.
• Lead the creation of a group-wide talent acquisition approach, attracting top talent from a diverse global pool.
• Embed DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) principles into the core of our talent strategy, fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment.
• Design and manage comprehensive training and development programs to empower employees at all levels to reach their full potential.
• Leverage data analytics to gain insights into talent trends and inform strategic talent decisions, optimizing our talent pipeline.
• Partner with Regional People & Culture Directors and business unit leaders to create a cohesive and high-performing talent strategy across the entire organisation.

Requirements

• Extensive experience within a multinational organisation, demonstrating a deep understanding of diverse cultures and global talent landscapes.
• Demonstrated success in both internal talent development programs and external recruitment strategies, building a robust talent pipeline.
• Proven ability to navigate complex legal and regulatory environments while leading and collaborating with geographically dispersed teams.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing comprehensive global talent management strategies aligned with the company's vision, business goals, and current HR trends.
• Experience with successful implementation of large-scale change initiatives within a complex organization.
• Exceptional leadership skills, inspiring and motivating global talent teams to achieve ambitious goals.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data insights to inform strategic talent decisions and measure the effectiveness of talent programs.
• A strong track record of building relationships with internal stakeholders and leveraging external channels to attract top global talent.
• Proven ability to adapt to a dynamic global business environment and adjust talent strategies accordingly.
• Degree in Human Resources or a related field, with relevant certifications a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Hybrid working.
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
• State of the art office with fresh fruit, bean-to-cup coffee, freshly squeezed orange juice & avocado ice-cream.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company pension scheme with life insurance cover.
• Employee Assistance Plan with Medicash.
• Christmas hampers & a Christmas party.
• Sausage roll Thursday & pizza lunch days.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.