Leadership expert i Göteborg

Are you passionate about leadership development? Are you energized by the opportunity to help shift the leadership culture within Volvo Cars to enable us to transform at speed?
We are determined to be the first premium car maker to move our entire portfolio of vehicles into electrification. This is a clear commitment toward reducing our carbon footprint, as well as contributing to better air quality in our cities. This huge transformation needs leaders who can navigate a complex world, flex their style, and find ways to bring out the best in all our people.
 

We are now looking for a Leadership Development Expert to join the Leadership Product Team which sits within the newly formed Global Talent Management function responsible for the entire talent journey. You will work closely with the other product teams including Performance and Culture, Diversity & Inclusion.

You will be part of a dedicated team, that is responsible for developing and delivering leadership development offerings that empower Volvo Cars' leaders to become true role models of our corporate culture and leadership principles. The development also includes related talent management offerings, and the team works according to agile principles. In this role, you will deliver global leadership development offerings globally. You will work together to develop new learning solutions and act as a subject matter expert in leadership. 

Who are you?

You are passionate about leadership and learning, with the ability to quickly inspire confidence in a group with your facilitation style. You are business and customer-oriented with a global mindset – driving results as well as handling unexpected and conflictual situations. You are on top of the latest research in the field and curious to continuously find ways to meet demands in the changing environment. You will be digitally savvy and have experience in developing online learning programmes.

You have experience in developing and executing leadership development programmes in different companies on a global level. You have a strong motivation to learn and a solid understanding of leadership research, that you have been able to apply successfully in companies. You have a university degree in social science, psychology, or relevant work experience. Managerial experience is a merit while proficiency in English is a must. 

We are looking for the change-makers.

The free thinkers.
The self-motivators.
The visionaries. 
The leaders.
The dreamers.
The believers.
We are looking for you.
 

What you'll do:

Based in Gothenburg this global role will require a person who either has worked with leadership development in large companies or who has the mindset and motivation to be developed. The person must be able to work with the repetition of first-time leader development programmes, as well as have a willingness to learn how to develop senior leaders. Credibility as a facilitator is essential and the ability to deal with challenging questions from leaders and maintain trust is crucial. 

Furthermore, in the programme's development, you will support business leaders with their leadership forums and Management Teams’, the leadership expert works closely with the other talent management teams offering a seamless talent journey to all our employees. Examples of work here could include running workshops for the female mentoring programme, supporting the performance team to create a culture of feedback, and building a learning organisation. The opportunities are limitless for the right person in this role.

 Key competencies:
•    Communicates effectively
•    Collaborates
•    Builds Trust
•    Drives results
•    Develops self
•    Situational adaptability
•    Customer focus
 

How To Learn More And Apply

For questions about the position please contact the Hiring Manager: Global Head of Talent Journey Jessica Alhbin at jessica.alhbin@volvocars.com.
For questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Senior Recruiter: Happy Andira at happy.andira@volvocars.com.

Kindly register your application as soon as possible but not later than 24th April 2022. 
Please note, due to GDPR we cannot accept applications via E-mail.

Who are we?

Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers’ lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world and bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones and the people around them.

Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential. Join us on a journey of a lifetime as we create safety, autonomous driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow.
 

 #LI-HAPPY