LHH HR Strategic Planning & Operations Lead

We are looking for a proactive problem solver, a natural organizer, and a trusted advisor who thrives in complexity. If you enjoy working behind the scenes to make the organization better, and are equally comfortable in PowerPoint, Excel, or a Teams workshop join us as a LHH HR Strategic Planning & Operations Lead. The role offers exposure to C-suite strategy and decision-making at a global level, opportunity to shape and influence HR transformation in a purpose-led company, a dynamic, fast-moving environment where your voice and impact will matter, as well as a highly collaborative and supportive leadership team.

We welcome applications from colleagues across EMEA

      Strategic Program Management (HR PMO)

• Drive and track execution of key HR strategic initiatives (ie, HR operating model evolution, talent priorities, EVP, onboarding, AI enablement).
• Own the HR planning calendar: coordinating milestones, tracking progress, and reporting on key deliverables.
• Support preparation of materials for strategic reviews, board/EC updates, leadership summits, townhalls, etc.
• Manage dependencies across COEs (Talent, Rewards), Global Business Services (GBS)/Shared Services, and Business Lines (Career Transition & Mobility, Recruitment Solutions, Advisory, Upskilling and Development).

      Chief of Staff to the Global Head of HR, LHH

• Ensure the Global Head of HR, LHH is fully prepared for all key meetings, communications, and decisions, proactively gathering inputs and prepping materials.
• Lead agenda setting, documentation, and follow-ups for LHH HRLT, Talent Council, and HR Business Partner meetings.
• Act as liaison between the Global Head of HR, LHH and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication and coordination.
• Maintain oversight of HR budget planning and cost optimization tracking (in coordination with Finance and Reward).

       Internal Coordination & Culture Building

• Partner with the Head of Talent and HRBPs to activate cross-HR initiatives that reinforce LHH’s Culture Commitments and people experience.
• Connect dots across projects, people, and timelines by flagging risks and opportunities before they escalate.
• Ensure strong rhythm of communications across the HR team, enabling collaboration, alignment, and knowledge sharing.

Must-Have Qualities

• Highly organized, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Curious and business-minded. Eager to understand strategy, org design, finance, and talent topics
• Emotionally intelligent and discreet. Can manage sensitive HR topics with maturity
• Self-starter who takes initiative and gets things done without being asked
• Skilled communicator with strong writing, storytelling, and slide-building skills
• Strong project and program management capabilities

Experience

• 6–10+ years of experience in HR, Strategy, Consulting, Chief of Staff, or Program Management roles
• Experience working directly with senior executives or in fast-paced matrixed environments
• Prior experience in a professional services, consulting, or talent-driven business is a plus
• Familiarity with HR topics such as operating models, talent development, and change management
• Fluency in English required; other languages a plus

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.

We 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.

Onour 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: 17-11-2025