Head of Corporate Culture

Job Overview

The Head of Corporate Culture is a senior strategic leadership role responsible for shaping, developing, and maintaining the corporate culture of the organization. This individual will work closely with the executive leadership to ensure all departments align with the company’s mission, vision, and core values. The role is essential for creating a positive, innovative, and engaging work environment that promotes employee satisfaction, retention, and alignment with the company’s goals.

Key Responsibilities

1. Cultural Strategy Development:
   • Design, implement, and refine a comprehensive corporate culture strategy that aligns with the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
   • Act as the culture ambassador, promoting inclusivity, collaboration, and innovation at all levels of the organization.
   • Ensure the continuity of cultural values and alignment during organizational changes or transformations.
2. Employee Engagement & Experience:
   • Design and implement employee engagement strategies to enhance satisfaction, motivation, and productivity.
   • Conduct regular employee surveys and develop action plans based on feedback.
   • Oversee employee lifecycle initiatives including onboarding, development, and recognition programs.
   • Collaborate with HR and leadership teams to enhance the overall employee experience across all touchpoints.
3. Internal Communication:
   • Develop and implement internal communication strategies to ensure alignment and transparency across departments.
   • Serve as the key communicator and advocate for the organization’s culture, both internally and externally.
   • Collaborate with other teams to improve employee engagement through effective communication channels.
4. Award and Event Management:
   • Plan and execute corporate events, such as award ceremonies, team-building activities, and milestone celebrations.
   • Coordinate with vendors, venues, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, impactful events.
   • Develop event themes, content, and programs that reflect company values and celebrate employee achievements.
   • Ensure events are executed within budget and meet the highest quality standards.
5. Leadership & Team Management:
   • Lead, mentor, and develop a team responsible for culture, engagement, communication, and events.
   • Work closely with senior leadership to align cultural and engagement strategies with broader business objectives.
   • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to ensure the organization remains competitive in fostering corporate culture and engagement.
6. Change Management & Cultural Integration:
   • Act as a leader of change, guiding the organization through cultural transformations and initiatives.
   • Develop and implement change management strategies that support the adoption of desired cultural behaviors and practices.
   • Ensure cultural alignment across departments and integrate cultural values into daily business operations and decision-making processes.
7. Monitoring & Evaluation:
   • Establish key performance metrics and conduct regular assessments to measure the success of cultural initiatives.

Report on the cultural health of the organization and recommend improvements to executive leadership.

Qualifications

1. Education:
   • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related fields (Master’s or MBA preferred).
2. Experience:
   • 8-10 years of experience in corporate culture development, employee engagement, organizational development, or a similar leadership role.
   • Proven experience in leading large teams, driving organizational change, and executing successful culture transformation programs.
3. Skills:
   • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and lead diverse teams.
   • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
   • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
   • In-depth knowledge of organizational culture dynamics and the ability to influence all levels of the organization.

Experience in event management and proficiency in communication and event management tools/software