Global Talent Development & Acquisition Expert

WHO ARE WE

Volkswagen’s in-house battery factory PowerCo and circular materials technology company Umicore unite their know-how in IONWAY. As a dedicated battery materials producer, it’s our mission to make e-mobility affordable and accessible to all. Together, we make the energy transition happen.

Bringing sustainable e-mobility to every doorstep, that’s what drives us all at IONWAY. As PowerCo and Umicore join forces in this new and dynamic enterprise, it’s safe to say we are taking pole position in the large-scale production of cathode and precursor materials. We are ready to accelerate the energy transition.

THE ROLE

We are currently looking for a Global Talent Development & Acquisition Expert to join our Global team. In this role you will play a crucial role in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent across IONWAYs operations. You are responsible for creating and implementing strategies that align with the IONWAY’s talent needs, fostering a culture of learning and development, and ensuring that IONWAY has the right people to realize its ambition. This Role is reporting to Global People & Organisation Manager and is based in Wroclaw.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute a global talent acquisition strategy that aligns with the company’s business objectives and talent needs.
• Drive employer branding strategies that position IONWAY as a global employer of choice.
• Promote the company’s mission, vision, and values to attract top talent.
• Collaborate with communications teams to create compelling content for employer branding across various channels.
• Collaborate with regional HR teams to understand local hiring needs and cultural nuances, adapting recruitment processes where necessary.
• Participate in the Implementation and utilization of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other HR technologies to streamline hiring processes.
• Ensure a diverse and inclusive hiring process, fostering equality and fair treatment throughout all stages of recruitment.
• Design and implement global leadership and employee development programs, including training, coaching, mentorship, and career development plans.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and manage succession planning for critical roles within the organization.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and development through innovative learning and development (L&D) initiatives, e-learning platforms, and workshops.
• Assess talent gaps and workforce needs to bridge these gaps through training and internal mobility programs.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of talent development programs, making adjustments to improve impact and ROI.

REQUIREMENTS

• 5-7 years or more of experience working in a training or HR function delivering enterprise-wide solutions in a complex, global organization.
• Experience in creating training catalogues, employer branding initiatives
• Excellent oral, presentation, and written communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively at all company levels and demonstrate strong emotional intelligence.
• Good conceptual and critical analytical capabilities to evaluate training alternatives.
• Experience in global HR programs and practices.
• Fluency in English and Polish

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT WORKING WITH US

• A collaborative and agile approach to all the work we do

• A competitive and comprehensive package covering mobility, hybrid working, insurances and more

• An inclusive and international environment

• Values we take seriously: Collaboration / Operational Excellence / Respect / Responsibility / Positivity / Entrepreneurial Spirit