Associate director - leadership programmes Global role – in a virtual working environment

About Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton is one of the world's leading professional services networks with over 68,000 people from member firms in over 140 markets around the world generating global revenues of USD7.2 billion a year. Member firms offer audit, tax, and advisory services to privately owned companies, publicly listed companies, public sector and not for profit organisations, both domestically and internationally.

Grant Thornton International Ltd (GTIL) is the umbrella legal entity for the Grant Thornton global network of member firms. GTIL sets the strategic direction, convenes member firms, connects global communities, and protects the brand and reputation of the network. GTIL and the member firms will continually improve the sustainability of their operations and strive to make a positive impact on clients, people, markets, and the communities in which we operate, in line with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Role purpose

In our Go Beyond network strategy 2025 our vision is to become 'the most valued network in the profession'.

This role is integral to the global milestone programmes and as such supports the following elements of the strategy:

Developing leaders with a global mindset
Growing the Network with a focus on international business
Building a psychologically safe culture

The Associate director facilitator will be responsible for designing and delivering leadership development programs for professionals in our network. This includes conducting assessments, facilitating training sessions, and providing coaching and feedback to individuals and teams to help them reach their full potential.

Main Responsibilities

Instructional design of materials for GTI led programmes
Develop and deliver leadership development programs for professionals at all levels of the organization
Conduct assessments if required to give input on leadership development needs
Facilitate on global milestone and other development programmes on a variety of topics such as global mindset, collaboration, alignment to strategy, leadership skills, communication, and team building
Where appropriate provide coaching and feedback to individuals and teams to help them improve their leadership skills
Work closely with the Global Head of Leadership Development to align leadership development programs with Go Beyond 2025 Strategy
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of leadership development programs and make recommendations for improvement

Working hours must be flexible and international travel is required (usually around 10 days at a time, but can sometimes be 3 weeks at any one time).

Location

Ideally within Mainland Europe however we will consider strong candidates from other locations.

Person Specification

A great verbal communicator who presents in an engaging way and can facilitate leader level conversations
Professional presence, and commercial knowledge to establish credibility
Empathetic with excellent listening and rapport building skills
Ability to envisage, research, create and document new learning

Experience - essential

Proven experience of facilitating leadership programmes in a professional environment.
Evidence is required of understanding of adult learning
Proven track record in instructional design capability
Proficiency in Microsoft Office especially MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Strong relationship skills and cultural awareness, the ability to work well with people from different disciplines and cultures.
Ability to be agile, respond positively to change and contribute with an innovative and global mindset.
Evidence of coaching capability
Ability to liaise with external providers
Ability to liaise with internal stakeholders
Strong project management and problem-solving skills

Experience - desirable

Experience in a professional services environment is a plus
eLearning design capability
Video editing
English critical / Spanish and other languages an advantage

Benefits

There are many benefits of being part of Grant Thornton International, working with a global and diverse team in a virtual setting is just one of them. We pride ourselves on our inclusive culture and believe it's one of our most valuable assets.

We also recognise the importance of time off at Grant Thornton International. Taking time away can lead to improved wellbeing and better productivity, which is why we don't cap your leave. So if you need to take that extra Friday off (and Monday too), no problem.

We believe work is no longer a location, it is what we do. This should help all of us deliver our best work, while achieving the right balance in our lives. We want to build a culture of virtual inclusivity. One where all our people have the ability to choose what works best for them but also provides our people the best shared working experience utilising the digital tools we have available. GTIL will provide individuals with the necessary support and equipment to work effectively from home. We also have a collaborative space to offer should you prefer working outside of your home.

We will offer you access to digital learning options, as well as external training, should you role and development needs require this.

We fully understand the importance of balancing your life and we aim to support that with remote working and flexibility within your role. We understand the time you spend outside of work helps shape what you bring into work, so we encourage flexibility on both sides. However, if you prefer to work from the office, this is also something we offer.

We also understand the importance of working comfortably in a remote office - most likely your home, which is why we offer all staff a monthly home office allowance to ensure you're well equipped and able to undertake your role to the fullest.

These are just some of the benefits of working at Grant Thornton International. We also have a wide range of attractive core benefits including pension, health insurance, wellbeing programmes and much much more.