People & Culture Transformation Director

People & Culture Transformation Director

 

Are you an innovative leader ready to guide large-scale transformation initiatives? We’re looking for a People & Culture Transformation Director to lead the strategic direction, planning, and execution of our People & Culture transformation. Your contributions will be vital in guiding the future development of our People & Culture function and maintaining alignment with our corporate objectives.

 

What you’ll be doing

 

As a key member of our Group People & Culture, you will lead innovative projects, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure global alignment with the functions.

 

Your primary tasks and responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the complete P&C Transformation journey, from designing a strategic P&C operating model to executing a comprehensive business transformation
• Being accountable for successful P&C transformation and full implementation of the operating model
• Establishing P&C governance frameworks to ensure compliance and maintain strategic alignment
• Owning the overall P&C transformation agenda, deployment and transition plan, including the tracking and escalation of any changes to plans
• Guiding the organization through significant changes in people & culture practices, processes, and technology, ensuring smooth adoption and minimal disruption
• Identifying people processes flow gaps and driving the implementation of people process technology solutions that streamline processes, improve data analytics, and provide valuable insights for informed decision-making
• Measuring and analysing the impact of transformation efforts, using KPIs and employee feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Leading and mentoring an effective transformation team.
• Providing regular updates to senior leadership on progress, risks, and opportunities.

 

What we’re looking for

 

To excel in this role, we are looking for a strategist with a passion for transformation and innovation. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of creativity, leadership, and analytical skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively and drive plans into reality across global markets.

 

To be more specific, we are looking for a colleague who:

• Has a Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Has proven experience managing large-scale, complex transformation programs, ideally in an international environment.
• Has a track record of successful transformations in people & culture function (from ideation to the full implementation of the new operating model)
• Has deep knowledge of change management frameworks
• Has strong experience with People & Culture operating models, service delivery, and digital HR solutions.
• Has experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors).
• Is skilled in establishing governance structures and managing transformation risks.
• Has experience working with executive leadership teams and global stakeholders.
• Can interpret data and KPIs to inform strategy and track progress.
• Has experience leading diverse, high-performing teams in a matrixed environment.
• Is a strategic thinker with strong business acumen and systems thinking.
• Is a confident decision-maker with excellent influencing skills at the executive level.
• Is emotionally intelligent, resilient, and adaptable in dynamic environments.
• Is an exceptional communicator, able to tailor messages to diverse audiences.
• Is a collaborative leader who builds trust and drives cross-functional alignment.

 

 

What you can expect

At Carlsberg, we are brewing for a better today and tomorrow, and what we can offer you is an equal opportunity to grow across our company. We believe that each employee drives their own seat in designing their career path. All of this is taking place in a culturally diverse environment, where we celebrate our successes together and where no matter where you are from, who you are, or what experiences you bring to the table, all we say is: WELCOME YOU!

 

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