Head of Learning & Growth

Head Learning & Growth, India

Siemens AG is a global technology powerhouse that brings together the digital and physical worlds to benefit customers and society. The company focuses on intelligent infrastructure for buildings and decentralized energy systems, on automation and digitalization in the process and manufacturing industries, and on smart mobility solutions for rail and road transport. Can you help us drive our vision for the future? We’re looking for a passionate leader with the skills and vision to build a better tomorrow.

Responsibilities:

• As part of the Talent & Organization (TO) India team, the Learning & Growth (LG) Head works closely with the P&O (HR) leadership and Business stakeholders for topics related to learning & growth of all employees in the region. You will also work closely with the TO India Head on the overall TO priorities and aligned learning strategy for the country and region.
• You will lead an internal team of learning partners, engaging together closely with business, P&O and further stakeholders to shape the future of learning & growth as part of the overall Siemens Learning Ecosystem and MyGrowth framework
• Work on the future of learning and drive innovation in the function. Inspire, guide and motivate the team to design world class solutions & disrupt the way employees learn & grow at Siemens.
• As ambassador you strive to cultivate a growth mindset and learning culture by transforming the everyday. You maintain and build relationships with key leaders, stakeholders and influencers.
• As Head of Learning & Growth for India you will be key to drive various global Learning & Growth projects rollout in the country, with your team.
• As a leader of the function and a trusted partner you along with your team consult the assigned business and communities with their current challenges, discuss strategic learning needs and co-create strategic learning initiatives along with the learning partners
• As a governance function you will work with the managed service providers on outsourcing of learning delivery, lead Governance topics for LG India and engage closely with global Ecosystem and Governance team.
• Network with Industry L&OD experts & thought leaders to bring the outside-in perspectives and ideas for incubation & implementation in Siemens ecosystem.
• To enable strategic steering and decision making you leverage learning data and analytics and consult on relating measures accordingly
• As part of the leadership team for the global Learning and Growth function, you work closely with the global head of LG, the LG functional heads, other regional heads as your peer, as well as other functional and expert communities to become part of the Learning & Growth Ecosystem and to help them foster learning in their area of responsibility in sustainable ways. By connecting dots, you enable synergies within the communities as well as the entire Siemens Learning Ecosystem.
• All in all, the scope will range from being a leader, change catalyst, ambassador, trusted partner and strategic consultant, up to enabler and navigator for your key stakeholders throughout our Learning Ecosystem with all its players and business models

Requirements:

• You hold at least 10-12 years of strong experience in Executive Business Partnering and Consulting in large or mid scale organizations in L&D domain & Consulting with at least 3 years in team leadership roles.
• An existing network as well as profound experience and understanding of business will help you to be successful from the first day.
• You bring a proven track record in leading, consulting, transformation management, community management and relationship management. You are a trusted partner on all hierarchies, including working on eye-level with senior leaders
• You enjoy working and shaping the new Learning Ecosystem for business growth and success. Growth mindset and technology with purpose are core beliefs reflected in your close interaction with internal and external players in a global and cross-functional environment
• An excellent understanding of all relevant areas of learning and learning technology combined with your strategic thinking and business focus enable you to make the difference.
• You bring strong analytical thinking with the ability to derive insights from in-depth-data analyses.
• You have the ability to connect dots and benefit from your existing experience in engaging with communities in intercultural environment.
• You are curious, inclusive, motivated and committed to try new things, learn and push innovations forward. You also enjoy leveraging technology for transforming the everyday

Differentiating Competencies

• Team Leadership
• Influencing & Decision Making
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Learning Consulting & Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Mindedness & Critical thinking
• Analytics & Digital Literacy

This role is based in Mumbai, with a matrix reporting to Global Head of Learning & Growth (functional) and India Head of Talent & Organization (In Country).