Head of Performance, Leadership & Capability

TL;DR

Head of Performance, Leadership & Capability: Driving high-performance culture, talent strategy, and leadership development across hirify.global with an accent on aligning HR strategies with commercial objectives. Focus on designing global talent strategies, implementing leadership frameworks, and scaling learning programs in areas like AI/GenAI and data literacy.

Location: Hybrid in London, Television Centre, UK

Company

hirify.global is a globally renowned media company focused on creating and distributing TV, audio, and digital content worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead the global talent strategy and workforce planning to support commercial and creative priorities.
• Design and implement leadership frameworks and executive development programs.
• Drive a high-performance culture by embedding values and building capability programs.
• Deliver a global learning ecosystem, including skills architecture and academies.
• Lead global succession planning and internal mobility for critical roles.
• Co-own the performance cycle, providing toolkits and insights to senior stakeholders.
• Integrate DEI objectives into all development programs and pipelines.

Requirements

• Proficiency in leading a diverse and global talent management function.
• Experience in leading talent transformation and strategy within an international, matrix-managed, multi-product commercial organization, linking talent strategy to commercial growth.
• Ability to implement leadership frameworks and clear succession planning.
• Experience coaching at executive level.
• Ability to provide thought leadership, creativity, and clear direction, fostering strong performance.
• Prior experience working with board-level stakeholders as a trusted partner in a global business, communicating credibly with commercial and creative leaders.
• High resiliency and stamina are required.

Nice to have

• Experience working in the media or related industries.

Culture & Benefits

• A flexible 35-hour working week with 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and option to buy extra days.
• Defined pension with up to 10% employer contributions.
• Caring and parenting support, 24/7 remote GP access, life assurance, and accident benefit.
• Commitment to operating sustainably and achieving science-based Net Zero targets.
• Opportunities for career development in a values-led, purpose-driven culture.
• Inclusive environment valuing diverse contributions and welcoming applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion, and/or belief.
• Disability confident employer, offering adjustments for interviews and roles.