Peakon's hiring a Global L&D Business Partner. Here's why you should apply...

This usually would have been a 'post' but I got a little too passionate because I love working at Peakon, and so, I outstepped the word count. An 'article' it is, therefore...

I believe that Peakon is one of the best companies in the world. At Peakon, I never feel like 'I'm at work' or 'working'. Instead, I feel like I'm at my 'second home'. A home in which I can grow, achieve, connect, inspire and experience a future-focused 'way of working' in the now.

Sometimes 'Peakon life' can feel surreal because it's refreshingly 'different' and 'unique'. Every day, I'm energised by our mission, our vision, our customers, our people, our leaders, our work, and the change we drive for our customers, the industry, and the world.

Now hiring in my team, I wanted to add some flavour to the role I'm hiring for, give insight into Peakon life and me as a Manager, and encourage those with whom it resonates to apply. With just one week left before applications close (Sunday 2nd February), read on for why you should apply, in my own words.

Apply if you want to join a company...

• ...committed to Diversity, Equity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging. At Peakon, we 'invite you to the party (diversity), we ask you to choose the music (equity), we queue the playlist fairly (equality), we encourage you to dance - or sing, or rap, or hum, if you prefer - (inclusion), and we check-in throughout to make sure you're having a good time (belonging).' Forget about leaving part of yourself at the door: bring your whole self to work so that you can be your best self. 'You do you'; 'you be you'
• ...where you can 'Be You, Be More'. We focus on growth, development, opportunity, achievement, and results. We support your professional and personal growth ambitions as we see the two as hand in hand - growth is part of our company-wide narrative
• ...that believes in being both fast-paced and an advocate for 'work-life' balance (aka 'life' balance (!)). We live our 'Life First' value by allowing you to manage your schedule, work flexibly. and work remotely. We understand the demands of adult life and so we focus on results, not face time
• ...that believes in 'Winning with Integrity and Tenacity' (#WIT) but doesn't take itself too seriously. We know that humour and humility help to establish a trusting environment, build relationships, and do great work. Laughter can always be heard in the office and we live by the value: 'Serious, Not Seriously'
• ... that is an incubator of exceptional talent - at every level of the business. Learning is at the core of our culture and Peakons are passionate about what they do. We enable and elevate Peakons and proactively look for ways to support Peakons to develop their careers, aspirations and longer-term ambitions. We believe in potential, social mobility and equality of opportunity: we see 'talent' and we nurture it

Apply if you want to join a Global People Team that...

• ...will see you as an individual, elevate you, and nurture your strengths. We'll listen to you, hear you and support you because 'We Care'
• ...is ambitious, supportive, proactive, championing, and transparent. We believe that 'Transparency is our OS' and so we communicate openly, honestly and frequently. We're success-focused: we believe in the success of the team, the individual, and our customers
• ...lives to 'Build for Tomorrow, Today'. We're future-focused in our vision and human-centred in our design and execution

Apply if you're motivated or energised by...

• ...company-wide buy-in and appetite for learning and development. We've a strong learning culture and growth is championed by leaders across the business
• ...people-forward innovation and enabling employees to achieve success
• ...maximum autonomy whilst also having the right amount of structure and support
• ...relationship building (big caveat: we encourage you to build relationships 'your way' (!) - ambiverts, introverts, and extroverts all welcome (!))
• ...designing and delivering next-generation, progressive L&D solutions incl. digital, social, and blended
• ...being strategic in design and delivery. Connecting-the-dots is integral to success in this role, and where possible we avoid 'picking low-hanging fruit' and 'quick wins'

Here's my promise to you as your People Leader (Manager):

Pre-boarding:

• I'll be your first point of contact during the pre-boarding process. I'll answer any questions and settle any nerves
• You'll be invited to join our 'Feed Me Friday' before your first day, if you fancy it, to meet other Peakons

Onboarding:

Look forward to...

• ...clear expectations and structured guidance throughout your onboarding period
• ...a tailored 90-day onboarding plan to set you up for success - capability, stakeholder management, and behaviours included
• ...experiencing our Global Onboarding Programme with your Onboarding Group
• ...working with a 'Buddy' as a source of support
• ...space to 'learn how you learn' and 'work how you work'
• ...regular one-to-one huddles where we align on the opportunities, deep dive into the projects at hand, plan courses of action, and work on the hard stuff together
• ...monthly retrospective meetings where we reflect on your achievements and plan for the month ahead
• ...a retrospective meeting to close your Onboarding, celebrate your achievements, and get ready for life after onboarding

Development & lifecycle:

Look forward to:

• ...co-creating a development and growth plan for the year ahead
• ...regular one-to-ones to check-in and stay connected (as above)
• ...monthly, quarterly and yearly developmental meetings where we look holistically over your achievements and plan for the opportunities ahead
• ...identifying and embracing opportunities for growth, supported by me
• ...honest and continuous 360 feedback (see below)

Continuous feedback:

Look forward to:

• ...continuous feedback in real-time. I'll be open and honest whilst focusing on your strengths. I'll proactively communicate about your achievements - referencing specific examples - whilst also giving you feedback for growth. I believe in and live by this strength principle: 'Everyone is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.' - Einstein. Look forward to me seeing you, holistically, as a whole
• ...giving me feedback as your Manager too... Yes, indeed! We'll use a 360 feedback mechanism from the day you join so that I can adapt to your needs. I see management as a two-way learning process and believe in 360 feedback

Authentic connection:

• I'll take time to get to know you personally and professionally
• I'll listen, hear, and coach you to be your best self
• We can 'work how you work'. Walking meetings? Daily standups or huddles? 'Normal meetings'? Coffees, lunches, or breakfast? Let's do whatever you prefer

Peakon is an inspiring place to work and is full of opportunity, growth, and connection. If you are inspired, apply today.

'Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.' Come join a team of people passionate about elevating people, driving change, and enabling success.

See below for links and resources.

Over and out,

Melissa

Process

• Apply here: https://apply.workable.com/peakon/j/450A38AF84/
• Closing date: Sunday 2nd February 2020. One week left!

Resources

• Learn about our values & culture: https://peakon.com/life-at-peakon/values/
• Learn about our product: https://peakon.com/
• Learn about the 'World of Work in Data': https://peakon.com/heartbeat/

All views my own.

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