Director, Performance Management And Capabilities Building (Academies)

TL;DR

Director, Performance Management and Capabilities Building (Academies): Defining and executing global learning, performance management, and talent development strategies with an accent on building organizational capability and leadership standards. Focus on designing AI-enabled coaching programs, managing talent reviews for senior leadership, and integrating skills architecture across a complex, matrixed organization.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Staefa, Switzerland (Hybrid model).

Company

A global leader in innovative hearing care solutions, including hearing aids, cochlear implants, and wireless communication systems.

What you will do

• Define and oversee the global Academies framework to build critical organizational capabilities.
• Lead performance management processes and goal-setting for the Top 200+ leaders.
• Design and deliver coaching and mentoring programs, leveraging AI-enabled tools.
• Manage talent review, succession planning, and individual career journey design.
• Partner with HR Strategy to maintain a comprehensive skills architecture and taxonomy.
• Collaborate with external partners and business schools to enhance program quality.

Requirements

• 12+ years of leadership experience in global learning, leadership development, and performance management.
• Master’s degree in Psychology, HR, Business, or a related field.
• Proven track record of scaling high-impact talent development programs in complex, matrixed organizations.
• Deep expertise in leadership models, coaching methodologies, and learning analytics.
• English proficiency (C1+) is mandatory.
• Experience working in a corporate headquarters environment with HR Centres of Excellence.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid working model supporting work-life balance.
• Commitment to an inclusive culture and equal opportunity employment.
• Extensive professional and personal development training opportunities.
• Individual development plans with exceptional growth prospects.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful medical solutions that improve human connection.