Reynolds American is evolving at a pace like no other organization.
To achieve the ambition we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be the change!
WE ARE LOOKING FOR A DIRECTOR HR - LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT
SENIORITY LEVEL: Senior level
FUNCTION: Human Resources
LOCATION: Plaza Building, Winston-Salem, NC
ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES
The Director of Learning and Development will lead a team in the overall strategy, architecture and deployment of learning and development. This role requires a solid foundation and subject matter expertise in learning and development with leadership development focusing on collaborative work with key collaborators to craft a strategic roadmap that enhances organizational capability and performance. Reporting to the VP, Talent and Organization Effectiveness, this senior role will be joining Reynolds American Corporation (RAI) during a pivotal time, where your strategic knowledge and influencing capabilities across the Learning and Development portfolio is required, to build A Better Tomorrow.
You will play a critical role in focusing on our Learning and Development function enhancing our Learning and Leadership development philosophy, driving rigor, metrics, providing alignment and definition around our landscape to enable the organization to develop and grow talent, skills, and capabilities to help us transform our business into the future.
This is a senior position with visibility across the Talent, HR, and Business functions to deliver and enable a learning and development strategy with solutions tailored to the organizations transformation and capability plans delivering our vision of cultivating talent. You will be responsible for driving Learning and Development with high focus on Leadership Development initiatives that enhance core leader capabilities, implement philosophy, cultivate talent, for current and future business growth. This team will lead a team of up to 7 resources as well as partner with our local and Global teams for co-creation and seamless execution on Learning and Development initiatives.
A strategic demeanor, coupled with a hands-on approach, will be instrumental in aligning Learning and Development with the company's vision and goals across all talent touchpoints. This role will be responsible for leading the vision, strategy, development and execution of Learning and Development programs aimed at advancing the companies mission and ensuring a current and future fit organization to meet business requirements.
As we continue to develop our Talent and skills platforms this role will be required to energize, empower, and be a credible leader who will motivate and influence to deliver on results that intersect back to companies’ growth and transformation goals. The role will immerse to define critical Learning and Development, homing in on Leadership Development and Talent solutions and translate them into business-driven learning strategies, action plans and tactics to build and advance our Learning and Development roadmap.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Develop a comprehensive Learning and Development Strategy in line with the US business end market, adopting best in class methodologies and global alignments.
Function as a strategic partner to Senior leadership, HR and broader business collaborators providing insights and recommendations on Learning and Talent Development, inclusive of Leadership Development and Early Career Planning, Coaching and Mentoring.
Develop a master training plan for the organization and various functions, identifying training needs through collaborator consultations and designing effective solutions through thorough needs assessments.
Create a Learning and Development strategy integrated into company culture and business strategy.Cultivate an attitude of continuous growth.Equip our people and leaders with capabilities required to complete business strategy now and for the future.Create agile learning pathways to grow within and across the business.Design Learning and Development including leadership development solutions and custom development journeys.
Create and implement training solutions that equip employees with the skills vital to give to Reynolds's mission of achieving A Better Tomorrow.Reviews instructor-led programs, virtual classrooms, digital learning tools, and integration of emerging learning technologies to ensure alignment with business needs.
Establish and implement evaluation frameworks and methodologies to measure the effectiveness of training programs.
Define key performance indicators and success criteria for training initiatives, analyzing training data and metrics to identify trends, insights, and areas for improvement.Facilitate curriculum and programming focused on professional skill development for Senior Directors and above.
Handle the learning and development budget and resources effectively to improve impact and return on investment.Stay informed of emerging trends, technologies in learning and development, demonstrating the value and impact of these technologies to meet cross-functional objectives.
Lead projects that deliver business benefits on time, within scope, and within budget, using modern project management fields may involve handling vendors and collaborating with cross-functional employee groups.
Apply internal and external networks of peers and cross-functional relationships to build credibility, drive strategy, and influence and handle change.Select and handle resources, including internal employees and external vendors, to develop and deliver effective learning and development programs.
Maintains learning budgets and relationships with vendors and consultants.Track overall spend, negotiate contracts, build, and maintain relations with third-party training providers, inclusive of RFP and other consultancy agreements.Assess management campaigns linked to business strategy and organization themes.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGEESSENTIAL
Bachelor’s degree in business, Human Resources or a related field in Learning and Development
Minimum of Ten (10) years of related experience, with at least 8 in a Senior Learning and Development role
Organizational wide Learning and Development strategy creation and deployment. Deep expertise in the Learning and Development space scaling leadership training at all levels of the organization. Ability to build case plans and report out trends.
Operate cohesively with Global teams, Business Leaders, and HR teams. Ability to lead and manage teams at Senior level.Executive collaborator collaboration, influence, and presentation skills. Proficiency in evaluation methodologies, survey design, critical metric development, data analysis and reporting
Awareness of and experience with established and emerging learning and development technologies - SuccessFactors LMS and training evaluation tools
Excellent communication skills collaborating with clients, vendors, external partners, and project team members.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Presentation and Project Management
Keeps tabs on the latest developments in learning trends, changes in learning theory, and developments in learning technologies.Team and a result orientated attitude.
WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP
At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.
Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets
Great Place to Work Certified
Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
Newly established Tech Hubs building extraordinary capabilities for innovation in four strategic locations
Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies
BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER
Have you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on-the-job training and development support.
Collaboration, diversity and partnership underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!
BENEFITS OVERVIEW
Benefit Information
The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:
401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent
Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not
Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)
Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan
Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year
Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents
Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance
Tuition reimbursement and student loan support
Dependent Scholarship Programs
Free confidential personal financial counselling service
On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations
A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice
Health-care concierge service
Volunteer service opportunities
Extensive training opportunities
Company vehicle for eligible employees
Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees
Paid Leave:
Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days)
Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)).
Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion)
Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity
Funeral Leave
Short-Term Disability Leave
Long-Term Disability Leave
Jury Duty Leave
Military Leave
Released Time for Children’s Education
Community Outreach Leave
Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law
Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!
Reynolds American Inc.and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email atTalentAcquisition@RJRT.com