Head of Large Cities
Stockholm, SwedenGothenburg, Sweden
Malmo, Sweden Apply for Role
Location: Sweden (Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö – with flexibility for remote work)
Reports to: Country Manager Sweden
About Adecco
At Adecco, part of the global Adecco Group, our purpose is clear: making the future work for everyone. We help individuals thrive and organizations succeed through talent and technology. Our three global business units – Adecco, Akkodis, and LHH – work across industries to meet the evolving demands of the world of work.
With a presence in over 60 countries, we are one of the world’s largest employers – and we take pride in putting our people, clients, and candidates at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is built on Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and always keeping the Customer at the heart – values we live by every day to make a real and positive impact.
As Head of Large Cities, you will be a key member of Adecco Sweden’s Management Team and hold full responsibility for leading our business in the major city areas of Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö, as well as other key markets. You will manage and develop a team of Area Branch Managers across these regions, driving business growth, profitability, and operational excellence.
This is a pivotal leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, people-centric, and results-driven environment – with a strong passion for building high-performing teams and delivering outstanding value to clients and candidates.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the business area to exceed financial, sales, and delivery targets
- Setting and executing a market-driven action plan aligned with company strategy
- Driving performance through regular goal setting, feedback, and talent development
- Acting as a role model by living Adecco’s values and fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture
- Overseeing budget, profitability, and investment decisions within the business area
- Ensuring compliance with Adecco’s quality, environmental, and work environment policies
- Representing the business in union negotiations and ensuring employee well-being and development
You will also be responsible for ensuring consistent implementation of national strategies and working methods within your region – always aiming to outperform the market and create value in everything we do.
About YouTo succeed in this role, we believe you are a strong business leader with a hands-on approach and a strategic mindset. You are passionate about people and performance – with the courage to lead change, the inclusion to bring out the best in others, and the collaboration to build success across teams.
We’re looking for someone who has:
- Proven leadership experience in a multi-site, customer-facing organization
- Strong commercial acumen and experience driving business growth and profitability
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to inspire, develop and lead high-performing teams
- A structured and analytical mindset with a passion for quality and operational excellence
- Experience managing budgets and making data-driven decisions
- Familiarity with Swedish labor laws, union negotiations, and HR policies is an advantage
- Fluency in Swedish and English
You believe in bold action, continuous improvement, and keeping clients and candidates at the center of everything you do. If you’re ready to take on a key leadership role with national impact – and help shape the future of work – we’d love to hear from you.
Interested? We'd love to hear from you!
Apply no later than May 18th, but don’t wait – we will be reviewing and contacting relevant candidates on an ongoing basis. Please submit your application via this advertisement. Due to GDPR regulations, we are unable to accept applications sent by email.
If you have any questions or would like to know more about the role, feel free to contact:
• Per Ivar Kristiansen, Acting Chief Operating Officer, per.ivar.kristiansen@adeccogroup.com
or
• Maiju Pussinen, Talent Acquisition Specialist, The Adecco Group, maiju.pussinen@adeccogroup.com
We've made it easy for you: just send us your CV – no need to spend time on a lengthy cover letter. We look forward to getting to know you!
Posting date: 12-05-2025
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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