Manager, Competence Development & Employee Insights, K Group

Are you passionate about learning & development, creating and implementing business-driven learning programs in a dynamic retail environment? Do you have experience in managing employee engagement surveys and developing employee listening processes? If yes, then we have an exciting opportunity for you!

K Group is the largest retail operator in Finland and one of the biggest in Northern Europe, covering grocery trade, building and technical trade, and car trade. Sustainability is at the heart of our strategy, focusing on areas like climate, nature, value chain, people, and good governance. Since 2005, we've consistently been ranked among the most sustainable companies in the world (Global 100). To support our continued commitment to sustainability, we recognize that investing in our people is the key.

We are now looking for a Manager, Competence Development and Employee Insights to join our Competence Development team in HR organization and lead the design and implementation of learning and development programs, and employee engagement survey process for EX development.

This position is a temporary replacement until 30 June 2025 due to a parental leave.

In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Designing and implementing impactful learning and development programs in leadership and professional skills with external and internal partners.
• Managing the employee engagement survey project in K Group globally together with a project team and external partner, preparing for the survey launch in the Autumn.
• Creating toolkits and support material that enhance daily leadership and competence development in teams.
• Collaborating and communicating fluently in Finnish and in English with leaders and professionals in different levels of the organization, various internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Proactively identifying ways to further develop the learning and development support at K Group to strengthen our learning culture and capability development.
• Staying updated on the latest trends and best practices in L&D and employee listening and utilizing the knowledge proactively in the development.

To succeed in this role, we believe that you..

• Have a master’s degree in relevant fields (E.g. adult education, psychology, business)
• Have at least 5 years of extensive experience in learning and development, and experience in continuous listening process and tools, preferably in international retail environment.
• Have strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Have excellent influencing, communication and facilitation skills, both in English and Finnish, and fluent collaborative skills to work effectively with diverse and cross-functional teams.
• Have a genuine understanding of adult learning principles, and competence development processes in a business setting.
• Have a creative and innovative mindset, a passion for continuous improvement,
• Are a team player with hands-on attitude and solution-oriented problem-solver approach to work.

Why join us?

• You will be working for a leading retail company that values customer satisfaction, sustainability, and employee well-being.
• You will have the opportunity to make a difference in the learning and development of thousands of employees in an international organization.
• You will be part of a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters collaboration, learning, and growth.
• You will enjoy a variety of benefits including culture and sport benefits, shopping discounts, occupational health care, and a car benefit.
• You will have access to modern work tools and flexible work arrangements that suit your role and team.

This position is based in Finland, either in Helsinki, in our Kalasatama HQ or in Tampere, in Hatanpää office. We are currently working in a hybrid model in which we work together at the office at least 3 days every week.

Please note that we will conduct a drug test for the selected candidate before the employment relationship can be established.

If you would like to know more about the position and working at K Group, please don’t hesitate to contact the recruiting manager, Inka Lönnström-Laitinen, Director, Competence development, +358 (0)40 591 2259. The best times to reach are Fri 8 November 13-14 EET or Tue 12 November 10-11 EET.

Please apply by Thu 14 November 2024 with your CV and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!