Head of Learning Culture and Adoption
Sofia, BulgariaBengaluru, India Apply for Role
Our purpose – making the future work for everyone – inspires and connects us all. As one of the world’s largest employers, our colleagues across our three global business units – Adecco, Akkodis, and LHH – provide expertise in talent and technology that enables organizations to succeed and individuals to thrive within an ever-evolving world of work.
We’re passionate about our work – embracing different perspectives and putting our clients, candidates, and customers at the heart of all we do. At the Adecco Group we work to make an impact on an inclusive culture where everyone is encouraged to reach their full potential.
As the Head of Learning Culture & Adoption, the incumbent is responsible for shaping and sustaining a strong culture of continuous learning across the organization. The role blends thought leadership, execution of culture change initiatives, and technology enablement to ensure learning is embedded in the flow of work, aligned with business priorities and built on the sentiments of the learner behavior. By championing a growth mindset, the incumbent acts as an orchestrator and influencer, engaging leaders and employees across the organization to foster a culture of learning while leveraging digital technologies and other innovative avenues.
What you’ll be doingLearning Culture & Mindset
- Act as a champion of lifelong learning, promoting curiosity, adaptability, and innovation across all levels of the organization.
- Embed learning into daily work practices, ensuring it is seen as a driver of performance and not a separate activity.
- Develop recognition programs and storytelling initiatives that highlight the impact of learning on business outcomes.
Continuous Learning Initiatives
- Design and delivery of initiatives that encourage employees to upskill, reskill, and stay relevant in a rapidly changing business environment.
- Partner with leaders to make coaching, mentoring, and feedback integral to team development.
- Enable career growth pathways by connecting learning initiatives to talent and succession planning.
Learning Technology & Digital Enablement
- Lead the adoption of LxP and other learning platforms and digital tools.
- Ensure the adoption of internally deployed tools are well understood by all pockets of the organization to leverage the best outcome to build engagement and integrating smoothly into the flow of work.
- Leverage data and analytics from learning platforms to measure impact, personalize experiences, and continuously improve.
Business Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with HR, Talent, and Business Leaders to align learning strategies with organizational goals.
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, demonstrating how learning accelerates performance, innovation, and employee engagement.
- Engage employees actively in shaping learning initiatives, ensuring they are learner-centered and relevant.
Measurement & Impact
- Define clear metrics for learning success (adoption, skill acquisition, performance improvement, career mobility).
- Track and report progress to leadership, highlighting tangible business and people outcomes.
- Continuously iterate programs and platforms based on feedback and insights.
Qualifications and Work Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Learning & Development, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 10+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Talent Management, or Organizational Development.
- Experience in leading technology-enabled learning initiatives (LMS, LXPs, AI-based tools, social learning platforms).
- Strong understanding of future skills, workforce transformation, and emerging trends in learning.
Skills
- Strong expertise in learning strategy, instructional design, and talent development.
- Proven track record of leading digital learning technology adoption at scale.
- Ability to influence and partner with senior leaders, managers, and cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication and storytelling skills to promote learning as a business driver.
- Analytical mindset to leverage data for decision-making and program improvements.
- Growth mindset with curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for people development.
Our purpose – making the future work for everyone – inspires and connects us all. As one of the world’s largest employers, our colleagues across our three global business units – Adecco, Akkodis, and LHH – provide expertise in talent and technology that enables organisations to succeed and individuals to thrive within an ever-evolving world of work.
We’re passionate about our work – embracing different perspectives and putting our clients, candidates, and customers at the heart of all we do.
We embody our core values: Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion and Courage and always keeping our customers at the heart of everything we do. Join the Adecco Group to make an impact in an inclusive culture where everyone is encouraged to reach their full potential.
Growth and Development
You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and grow your career across our extensive portfolio of services and solutions. We empower our colleagues to work in the smartest, most efficient ways, striking a healthy work-life balance between their jobs and their lives. We believe in continuous learning to foster a skill-rich environment, satisfying your curiosity while sharing skills, knowledge, and expertise to grow together. Here, you can be yourself, and we aim to build on the attributes that make you, you.
A journey to bring out the best in youWe believe that having an understanding of the hiring process helps you to prepare, feel, and be, at your best. As a global, multi brand organization with multiple different roles, our application process can vary.
On our career site, you will find some of the key steps you can expect to guide you along the way.
Inclusion
At the Adecco Group, we are committed to making the future work for everyone. We seek to foster a culture of belonging and purpose, shape an environment where our people are happy, healthy and feel engaged, and where difference is respected and valued. We have zero tolerance for any unlawful discrimination against any colleague, associate, candidate, or person providing services on behalf of the Adecco Group, at any stage of that person’s journey with us. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equity, equal opportunity, inclusion, and diversity.
Posting date: 14-10-2025
Get to Know Us
We don't tick boxes – we think outside them. At the Adecco Group, we lead the way in enabling organisations to adapt to a changing world of work and ensuring the future employability of people. Our purpose of making the future work for everyone, means we prioritise putting people first, providing autonomy and support to enhance productivity and growth. Every year, our 50,000+ employees worldwide enable millions of people to succeed in the world of work. We upskill and reskill more than half a million people annually, enhancing employability and accelerating careers.
Diversity & Inclusion at The Adecco Group
We are committed to making the future work for everyone. As a people business focused on providing talent solutions and advisory services, we envision a world in which everyone has the chance to participate in the world of work. Our aim is to acknowledge and appreciate diverse perspectives, encouraging inclusive decision-making processes that value each colleague's contributions, skills, experience, and potential. We work actively to create the conditions that support a culture and work environment of belonging, trust, and participation. Our approach to diversity and inclusion is built around several pillars that underpin our work, including structural and conscious inclusion, leadership, and accountability.
Culture
Our "people first" approach means prioritising the wellbeing of our colleagues, always. Employee wellbeing has never been more important, and we continuously work to improve how we support our people to be holistically happy and healthy, no matter what the current climate.
"We aspire to become a benchmark as a top-class employer, by fostering a respectful, inclusive, and healthy environment for all." - Sarah Cheyne - Group VP Talent Experience, Inclusion and People Analytics
Learn more about The Adecco Group
The Adecco Group is the world's leading talent advisory and solutions company. Our powerful purpose is to make the future work for everyone. We build and incubate capabilities in areas where persistent skills shortages exist and connect that talent to organisations to power their success. Our core operations are split into 3 distinct Global Business Units (GBU’s) – Adecco, Akkodis and LHH. With these services we help individuals fulfil and exceed their potential, building employability and connecting people with opportunities.. At the Adecco Group, everyone has a voice and there are extensive opportunities to satisfy your curiosity, share your skills, and take your career in any direction.
Success profile
Are we the right fit for each other? Have a look at the traits we're looking for. (1 Beginner – 10 Expert)
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Putting people first - be that your colleagues, clients or customers10
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Always willing to develop self and learn; you are curious and support a culture of continuous learning in order to evolve professionally8
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Seeks to empower others and collaborate with a collective spirit10
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Engages and connects with others in a meaningful and respectful way to achieve common goals9
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Initiates activities and decision making; perseveres with courage and energy to drive results8
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