Associate and Organisational Development Business Partner

Job Description

Associate and Organisational Development Business Partner As part of our global OD team, the Associate and Organisational Development BP – Pacific is responsible to regional leadership for achieving outstanding results whilst aligning with Lockton’s global OD strategies. The role combines the strategic aspects of organisational development with the practical implementation of training and development to ensure alignment between both individual development initiatives and broader business goals. This role will assist in creating a positive, cohesive work environment that supports organisation effectiveness and associate engagement. This role will work closely with the Head of Global OD and Head of International AD to ensure continuous alignment with overall global OD strategy. Foster strong relationships and proactively collaborate with global counterparts to operate as one global OD team. Participate in global team meetings, workshops and projects to leverage collective expertise, clearly communicating the requirements of your region to ensure a global outcome. Leverage global resources and tools to support regional initiatives and development programs. Key Responsibilities: Regional Associate & OD Strategy: Evaluate and assess current status of the organisation including culture, structure, processes and engagement within the region to understand strengths and weaknesses. Partner and collaborate with the Head of HR, senior stakeholders and subject matter experts to understand concerns and areas for improvement. Gather information and supporting data to fully understand the underlying issues, e.g., Lockton Listens/employee engagement results, and all other performance related data and metrics to inform strategy. Organisational Development: Based upon identified critical priorities and needs following diagnosis, develop a regional OD strategy and interventions that identify areas for improvement that demonstrate both an understanding of regional requirements and supports global OD initiatives such as career pathways, competency frameworks, change management support, culture enhancement projects, team development and facilitation, as relevant to the needs of the region and global priorities. Leadership Development: Deliver regional leadership development programs at all levels, leveraging global OD resources, to cultivate strong, effective leaders who can drive organisational success, whilst modelling desired behaviours to retain our unique Lockton culture through their actions. Technical Development: Identify insurance technical training requirements and implement scalable learning solutions to ensure our client and market facing Associates remain fully competent and continuously expand their professional capability, driving value for their clients. Skills Development: Design and deliver targeted skills development programs e.g., Sales Capability, leveraging global OD resources, to ensure Associates and leaders continuously expand their core skills to best support our clients and enrich their careers at Lockton. Impact Measurement: Develop and implement robust evaluation methods to measure the impact and effectiveness of all organisational development and people initiatives within the region, aligning with global measures where relevant. Provide actionable insights to senior management and continuously refine strategies to ensure they meet both regional and global objectives. Diversity, Inclusion and Equity: In partnership with the Head of HR - Pacific, champion appropriate and relevant diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the region, integrating DEI principles into development strategies, fostering a culture where all individuals feel valued and supported. Executive Coaching: Maintain a network of preferred executive coaching suppliers for senior level development within the region. Manage the coaching process with the coachee including identification, contracting and evaluation & extending/closing. Talent Management: Together with the Head of HR, lead talent management conversations with leaders to identify high-potential Associates and potential successors, facilitating succession plans for key roles, as well as career development plans for hi-po emerging talent. Performance Management: Work with the Head of HR - Pacific to drive globally aligned performance management practices within the region to promote a culture of accountability, high performance, continuous improvement and clear performance metrics. Collaborate with global peers to continuously evolve our performance management practices aligning with the transformation of the business. Change Management: Provide guidance and support change management initiatives within the region to support organisational and regional transformation and growth, equipping regional leaders and teams with tools needed to navigate change effectively. Culture: Help ensure that the organisational culture supports the strategic goals and values. Design programs that drive cultural change, such as team building and collaboration activities, DEI efforts and employee engagement strategies. Ensure recognition and rewards systems reinforce desired cultural behaviours. Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and align regional development initiatives with business global and global requirements. Leadership: Demonstrated leadership abilities with the capability to inspire senior stakeholders and guide teams and individuals towards achieving organisational goals. Client Focus: Commitment to delivering high quality solutions that enhance organisational performance and professional growth for our Associates, delivering impact and results. Collaboration: Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with regional leadership and the global OD team. Builds strong relationships at all levels. Cultural Awareness: Demonstrate a deep understanding and appreciation of global cultural diversity, creating strategies that reflect and respect the cultural nuances of different regions. Understanding and respecting diverse perspectives and fostering an inclusive workplace culture. Communication: Facilitating open and transparent communication to build trust. Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas, facilitate discussions and build relationships across all levels of the organisation. Change Management: Expertise in managing and leading change processes to help the organisation adapt to new strategies or structures. Analytical Skills: Ability to assess organisation needs, analyse data, and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and initiatives. Coaching and Development: Skills in coaching and mentoring to support individual and team growth and development. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Training and Human Resources Industries: Insurance and Financial Services #J-18808-Ljbffr