Lead talent management strategies and development programs across EMEA, focusing on leadership development and culture transformation while collaborating with senior leaders for talent retention and development.
About Us
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
Job Title: Senior Director Talent Acceleration
Location: Battersea, London, 3 days a week in the office
Join our People and Culture team as the Senior Director, Talent Acceleration (also known as Talent Management)and lead the charge in unlocking the potential of SharkNinja team members to deliver extraordinary results.
Talent Acceleration
Talent Acceleration (or tX for short) is our commitment to building a more connected and dynamic team member experience-one that not only accelerates individual and organizational growth and performance but also strengthens our culture of belonging and shared purpose.
As the Senior Director, Talent Acceleration, you will lead the design and implementation of talent and development programmes across the EMEA region. Your focus will include leadership development, performance and feedback, and operationalizing our unique culture: Outrageously Extraordinary (OE), in fast growing region. You will collaborate closely with senior leaders to ensure the attraction, retention, and development of top talent, aligning talent strategies with business objectives to enhance operational excellence across the EMEA region. This role will dual report into both Kenny Temowo (Global Vice President, Talent Acceleration) and Naeem Hatimi (Chief People Officer, EMEA) and will be an integral part of the Talent Acceleration global leadership team.
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
#LI-HYBRID
Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don't just raise the bar-we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you'll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join, you're not just part of a company-you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won't just launch products-we'll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
Learn more about us:
Life At SharkNinja
Outrageously Extraordinary
SharkNinja's Candidate Privacy Notice can be found here: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/
For candidates based in China, please visit: https://sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/china/
For candidates based in Vietnam, please visit: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/vietnam/
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at [email protected]
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
Job Title: Senior Director Talent Acceleration
Location: Battersea, London, 3 days a week in the office
Join our People and Culture team as the Senior Director, Talent Acceleration (also known as Talent Management)and lead the charge in unlocking the potential of SharkNinja team members to deliver extraordinary results.
Talent Acceleration
Talent Acceleration (or tX for short) is our commitment to building a more connected and dynamic team member experience-one that not only accelerates individual and organizational growth and performance but also strengthens our culture of belonging and shared purpose.
As the Senior Director, Talent Acceleration, you will lead the design and implementation of talent and development programmes across the EMEA region. Your focus will include leadership development, performance and feedback, and operationalizing our unique culture: Outrageously Extraordinary (OE), in fast growing region. You will collaborate closely with senior leaders to ensure the attraction, retention, and development of top talent, aligning talent strategies with business objectives to enhance operational excellence across the EMEA region. This role will dual report into both Kenny Temowo (Global Vice President, Talent Acceleration) and Naeem Hatimi (Chief People Officer, EMEA) and will be an integral part of the Talent Acceleration global leadership team.
What You'll Do
- Develop and implement talent management strategies across the EMEA region, focusing on leadership development, skill-building, and culture transformation.
- Lead locally, on our approach to performance, fostering a culture of continuous feedback and performance excellence.
- Implement employee engagement strategies to enhance inclusion and strengthen SharkNinja's culture across EMEA.
- Collaborate with P&C and regional leaders to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
- Act as a change leader, supporting organisational and cultural transformation in the region.
- Utilise talent analytics to measure programme effectiveness and inform talent decisions.
- Partner with the EMEA leadership team, HR Business Partners, and senior stakeholders to align talent programmes with business strategies.
- Provide coaching and mentorship to senior leaders and high-potential talent across the region.
What You'll Bring
- Extensive experience in talent management, leadership development, or a related role within a global organisation, with a focus on the EMEA region.
- High calibre people leadership, consulting and facilitation skills
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior leadership in a matrixed organisation.
- Experience in a global company with specific expertise in the EMEA region
- Strong track record in managing organisational change and driving cultural transformation.
- Expertise in using data and analytics to inform talent strategies and measure success.
- Proven experience in implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
#LI-HYBRID
Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don't just raise the bar-we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you'll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join, you're not just part of a company-you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won't just launch products-we'll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
Learn more about us:
Life At SharkNinja
Outrageously Extraordinary
SharkNinja's Candidate Privacy Notice can be found here: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/
For candidates based in China, please visit: https://sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/china/
For candidates based in Vietnam, please visit: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/vietnam/
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at [email protected]
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