Sr Manager, Talent & Culture Development

Job title:

Sr Manager, Talent & Culture Development

Company

Kemira

Job description

We use cookies to improve your experience on our website. Read more about our cookie policy and privacy statement. By choosing ‘Accept’, you consent to our use of cookies. . Modify Cookie PreferencesAccept All CookiesPress Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSearch by KeywordSearch by LocationSearch by KeywordSearch by LocationSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert:Create Alert×Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Location:Helsinki, FILocation Details:Title: Sr Manager, Talent & Culture DevelopmentKemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We call it chemistry with a purpose, better every day. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive and make a difference.Learn more about Kemira atWe are now looking for a Sr Manager, Talent & Culture Development for our People & Culture function.People & Culture contributes to business success through competent support in all people & culture related issues such as talent development and acquisition, culture transformation, diversity, equity and inclusion, new ways of working, M&A, performance & rewards, and well-being, as well as operative support for people managers and employees. In this role, you will join our Talent & Culture Development team ( sub unit of People & Culture) which acts as a center of expertise to bring outside in thought leadership on talent and culture topics. Lead and develop global concepts and policies, from conception and design to adoption, drive impact and agile development. Reporting directly to the VP, Talent & Culture Development.This position is based in Helsinki, Finland.In this role you will be responsible for:

• Championing the growth of People & Culture at the organizational level by leading and actively contributing to a variety of initiatives aligned with our strategic People & Culture roadmap.
• Designing and developing global concepts and policies-from ideation through implementation-while ensuring alignment with Kemira’s strategy for profitable, sustainable growth and ongoing cultural transformation.
• Providing expert guidance and support across key Talent & Culture Development/ People & Culture development concepts and initiatives, ensuring relevance, effectiveness, and impact across the organization.
• Acting as a catalyst for sustainable change by advising and collaborating with the People & Culture network and leadership teams. Offering strategic consultation, sparring, and actionable recommendations to support culture transformation and organizational evolution.
• Conducting in-depth analysis to uncover insights, inform strategic decisions, and support the development of impactful policies, concepts, and processes.

What you’ll bring to the team:

• Growth-oriented & people-first mindset: You bring the curiousity and passion for developing individuals and teams, with a strong belief in continuous learning and a growth mindset. You thrive on helping others unlock their potential while driving meaningful organizational progress.
• Results-driven & tenacious: You have a strong sense of ownership and a “get-it-done” attitude. You’re not afraid of complex challenges and are known for driving initiatives from idea to impact-even in ambiguous or fast-changing environments.
• Deep expertise & academic foundation: You hold a relevant academic background-such as an MSc in Behavioral Science, Psychology, or Organizational Development-providing a solid foundation for understanding people, culture, and organizational change.
• Proven experience in global, versatile environments: With at least 7-10 years in Talent, Culture, or Organizational Development, ideally within a large international company, you’re comfortable working in modern Centers of Expertise (CoE) and leading best-in-class HR initiatives at scale.
• Strategic HR knowledge & human-centered focus: You bring deep people and culture development/ HRD expertise across several key HR domains-like leadership development, talent management and development, diversity, equity/ fairness & inclusion, or culture development or change management/ transformation. You’re a strong people advocate who holds organizations to high ethical and sustainable standards.
• Modern methods & storytelling for change: You lead with insight, not just instinct-leveraging storytelling and data to influence and inspire. You’re skilled in managing global projects using Agile, Design Thinking, and other modern methods. Certification in Agile HR & AI for HR is a plus, and you thrive in collaborative and empowered teams.

What you can expect from us:

• Excellent opportunity to be part of Kemira’s sustainability-driven transformation for profitable growth.
• A role where you can drive impact within a large, successful, and forward-thinking company.
• Flexibility to organize your work between office and remote, in a hybrid work culture that also comes with the experience of working in a global People & Culture (P&C) team.
• Competitive package and company benefits.

Ready to create better every day? Join Kemira!For more information, please contact Sandra Dillon, VP Talent & Culture Development by email ; or by phone +358406325955 on April 23, 11:00-12:00 EET or on April 28, 14:00-15:00 EET, Helsinki, Finland. Please apply with CV no later than 2nd of May 2025, at kemira.com/careers.Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries. We deliver tailored products and services to improve the product quality, processes, and resource efficiency of our diverse range of customers. Our focus is on water treatment, as well as on fiber and renewable solutions – enabling sustainability transformation for our customers. In 2024, Kemira reported annual revenue of EUR 2.9 billion with a global team of some 4,700 colleagues. Kemira is listed on the Nasdaq HelsinkiFind similar jobs:@ Kemira 2022 All rights reserved×Cookie Consent ManagerWhen you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer.Required CookiesThese cookies are required to use this website and can’t be turned off.Show More DetailsRequired Cookies Provider Description Enabled
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Location

Helsinki

Job date

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:10:56 GMT

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