Organisational Design and Development Specialist

Job Type:

Fixed Term

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Organisational Design & Development Specialist - 12mth Fixed Term Contract

Reporting to the People Transformation Programme Manager

London based – Hybrid – min of 2 days per week in the office

We are seeking a forward-thinking professional with a proven track record in organisational design, change management, and talent development. Specific People / HR experience is required.

The Role

Hiscox is a dynamic and innovative organisation. We are embarking on an exciting journey to implement a new People Target Operating Model for our People Function. The People function is going through a significant transformation change which will see a transition to strategic business partnering, supported by Communities of Expertise and People Operations. 

This change will result in a complete transformation of how Hiscox employees and managers interact with the People function, with a shift to self-service of People tools and processes, and therefore a huge focus will be required to upskill managers to use technology and self-serve.

Your role will be focusing on the ‘to be’ Org Design, design and development of frameworks for staff assessment, impact plans, and the identification and upskilling of new roles. Using your skill in Organisational Design and Development and your track record in strong Change Management, you’ll play a pivotal role in enabling all workstreams associated with the transformation with emphasis on the core departmental workstreams.

Working closely with the client facing business partners and the Group change function to design and implement the OD workstream, your remit includes, but is not limited to:

Organisational Design:

• Lead the design and support the implementation of organisational structures aligned with strategic objectives, working closely with departmental leadership.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into effective organisational design solutions, aligning with other central initiatives
• Develop frameworks for optimising team structures, roles, and responsibilities.

• Develop and iterate capability frameworks to align with evolving business needs.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into effective organisational design solutions.
• Leverage analytics to inform HR decision-making and drive strategic initiatives.
• Provide support to group wide strategic initiatives

People Function Transformation:

• Drive the transformation of the People Function, focusing on the development and execution of strategies for workforce transformation.
• Collaborate with HR, leadership, Group change and other relevant departments to ensure alignment with overall business goals.

Identification and Upskilling of New Roles and Capabilities:

• Conduct thorough analyses to identify emerging skills and competencies required for future business needs.
• Develop and implement strategies for upskilling and reskilling initiatives to prepare the workforce for new roles.
• Collaborate with Learning and Development teams to design and deliver targeted training programs.

• Develop and iterate capability frameworks for different roles within the organization.
• Design and implement strategies for upskilling and reskilling initiatives to prepare the workforce for new roles.

Change Management:

• Implement change management strategies to ensure smooth transitions during organisational transformations.
• Communicate changes effectively to all levels of the organization, addressing concerns and fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

Capability Analysis and Development:

• Conduct comprehensive capability analysis to identify gaps in existing skill sets.
• Collaborate with HR and business leaders to develop and iterate capability frameworks aligned with organisational goals.
• Propose relevant upskilling interventions to bridge identified capability gaps.

Data-Driven Decision-Making:

• Utilise data analytics to inform organisational design decisions and measure the effectiveness of transformation initiatives.
• Regularly assess and report on key performance indicators related to organisational design and development.

Continuous Improvement Strategies:

• Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies for HR practices and organisational design.
• Regularly assess the effectiveness of implemented strategies and make data-driven adjustments as needed.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the HR and organisational development functions.

Skills/ Qualifications/ Experience required

• 6+ years proven experience in organisational design, development, and change management, with a focus on workforce planning and reshaping.
• Proven track record working on complex organisational transformations with preference for experience on HR transformations
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and industry trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organisation.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in data-driven decision-making.
• Certification in Organisational Development or Change Management is desirable.

About Hiscox

As an international specialist insurer we are far removed from the world of mass market insurance products. Instead we are selective and focus on our key areas of expertise and strength - all of which is underpinned by a culture that encourages us to challenge convention and always look for a better way of doing things.

We insure the unique and the interesting. And we search for the same when it comes to talented people. Hiscox is full of smart, reliable human beings that look out for customers and each other. We believe in doing the right thing, making good and rebuilding when things go wrong. Everyone is encouraged to think creatively, challenge the status quo and look for solutions.

Scratch beneath the surface and you will find a business that is solid, but slightly contrary. We like to do things differently and constantly seek to evolve. We might have been around for a long time (our roots go back to 1901), but we are young in many ways, ambitious and going places.

Some people might say insurance is dull, but life at Hiscox is anything but. If that sounds good to you, get in touch.

Diversity and Hybrid working

At Hiscox we care about our people. We hire the best people for the job and we’re committed to diversity and creating a truly inclusive culture, which we believe drives success.

We have also learned over the past few years that working life doesn’t always have to be in the office, and now it is safe to do so we have introduced hybrid working to encourage a healthy work life balance.

This hybrid working model is set by the team rather than the business to enable you to manage your own personal work-life balance. We see it as the best of both worlds; structure and sociability on one hand, and independence and flexibility on the other.

 
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