Senior Director Talent Acceleration

About Us

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja , the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world .

Job Title: Senior Director Talent Acceleration

Location: Battersea, London, 3 days a week in the office

Join our People and Culture team as the Senior Director, Talent Acceleration (also known as Talent Management)and lead the charge in unlocking the potential of SharkNinja team members to deliver extraordinary results.

Talent Acceleration

Talent Acceleration (or tX for short) is our commitment to building a more connected and dynamic team member experience-one that not only accelerates individual and organizational growth and performance but also strengthens our culture of belonging and shared purpose.

As the Senior Director, Talent Acceleration, you will lead the design and implementation of talent and development programmes across the EMEA region. Your focus will include leadership development, performance and feedback, and operationalizing our unique culture: Outrageously Extraordinary (OE), in fast growing region. You will collaborate closely with senior leaders to ensure the attraction, retention, and development of top talent, aligning talent strategies with business objectives to enhance operational excellence across the EMEA region. This role will dual report into both Kenny Temowo (Global Vice President, Talent Acceleration) and Naeem Hatimi (Chief People Officer, EMEA) and will be an integral part of the Talent Acceleration global leadership team.

What You'll Do

• Develop and implement talent management strategies across the EMEA region, focusing on leadership development, skill-building, and culture transformation.
• Lead locally, on our approach to performance, fostering a culture of continuous feedback and performance excellence.
• Implement employee engagement strategies to enhance inclusion and strengthen SharkNinja's culture across EMEA.
• Collaborate with P&C and regional leaders to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
• Act as a change leader, supporting organisational and cultural transformation in the region.
• Utilise talent analytics to measure programme effectiveness and inform talent decisions.
• Partner with the EMEA leadership team, HR Business Partners, and senior stakeholders to align talent programmes with business strategies.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to senior leaders and high-potential talent across the region.

What You'll Bring

• Extensive experience in talent management, leadership development, or a related role within a global organisation, with a focus on the EMEA region.
• High calibre people leadership, consulting and facilitation skills
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior leadership in a matrixed organisation.
• Experience in a global company with specific expertise in the EMEA region
• Strong track record in managing organisational change and driving cultural transformation.
• Expertise in using data and analytics to inform talent strategies and measure success.
• Proven experience in implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don't just raise the bar-we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you'll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join, you're not just part of a company-you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. To gether, we won't just launch products- we'll disrupt entire markets.

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.

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