Vice President, Engagement, Culture, DE&I
Location: Newton, MA
Reports To: Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
Overview: This position is based out of our beautiful corporate office in Newton, MA. Bright Horizons seeks a visionary Vice President of Engagement, Culture, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion who will champion an integrated strategy to bolster our workforce capabilities. This executive will lead the alignment of engagement, diversity, and cultural initiatives with our core business strategy, focusing on attracting, developing, mobilizing, and optimizing talent across the organization. We are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the Best Employers for Diversity, reflecting our unwavering commitment to DE&I. Our HEART principles are the foundation of our values, guiding our actions and decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Integrated Strategic Leadership: Craft and implement an overarching strategy that integrates engagement, culture, and DE&I with talent management processes to enhance organizational effectiveness and drive business outcomes. Ensure alignment with global business objectives to reflect our international presence.
- Culture and Engagement Advocacy: Promote a cohesive organizational culture that supports innovation and inclusivity, aligning with our strategic goals to enhance employee engagement and productivity. Leverage Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Community Network Groups (CNGs) to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Comprehensive DE&I Framework: Develop a robust DE&I framework that intersects with all aspects of talent management, from recruitment and onboarding to development and retention, ensuring diversity is leveraged as a key driver of organizational success.
- Strategic Talent Optimization: Utilize insights from engagement and culture initiatives to inform talent strategies that enhance employee performance and career mobility within the organization. Employ advanced analytics and predictive modeling to inform these strategies.
- Collaborative Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with HR, senior leadership, and line managers to ensure that engagement, culture, and DE&I strategies are embedded within every business unit and function, enhancing collaboration and business agility.
- Metrics and Accountability: Define and track key metrics that measure the effectiveness of integrated strategies in driving recruitment, development, and retention of a diverse and talented workforce. Provide transparent reporting to the executive team and board on progress and ROI of initiatives, which includes benchmarking against industry standards and best practices.
Required Qualifications:
- Based in Newton, MA. Limited travel.
- A minimum of 12 years of leadership experience in HR, with a strong focus on strategic planning in engagement, DE&I, and organizational culture. Experience in managing DE&I in a global context is essential.
- Advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience. Familiarity with the latest DE&I research and trends is required to ensure our strategies remain cutting-edge.
- Demonstrated capability in developing and leading integrated HR strategies that align with business objectives and result in measurable improvements in talent outcomes.
- Exceptional interpersonal and influence skills, capable of driving change and fostering a collaborative, inclusive work environment.
- Strong analytical mindset, with experience in leveraging data to inform HR strategies and decisions.
Life at Bright Horizons:
Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the children and families we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you’ll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending), education assistance (including access to free CDA and ECE degrees), and so much more. Come build a brighter future with us.
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