Talent Executive, Western Europe - Talent Programs at BAT

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role? 

• This role plays a critical role in enabling the Western Europe Area’s talent agenda across markets by delivering consistent, high‑quality execution of the Talent Cycle, activating Diversity & Inclusion priorities, managing Early Careers programs, and shaping sourcing strategies aligned with business needs.

What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organisation?

• This role connects regional frameworks with market reality, ensuring flawless deployment, inclusive practices, and strong talent pipelines - strengthening bench strength and supporting the talent readiness required for WE’s transformation.
• This position requires strong coordination, partner management, agility across different market maturity levels, and the ability to simplify, organise, and deliver talent solutions at scale.

ROLE DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Talent Cycle Operations

• Support the end‑to‑end deployment of Talent Cycle activities across all Western Europe markets.
• Manage toolkits, data accuracy, dashboards, trackers, and cycle communications.
• Consolidate submissions, themes and risks to provide Area‑level insights and recommendations.

Diversity & Inclusion Activation

• Act as day‑to‑day coordinator for WE D&I initiatives, ensuring alignment with global/Area D&I strategy.
• Support the Inclusion Council and market D&I representatives with activation materials, events, comms, and reporting.
• Track D&I Key Performance Indicators, participation, demographics, and progress vs. commitments.

Early Careers (EC) & Internship Programs:

• Coordinate WE Early Career initiatives and consolidate internship Key Performance Indicators, feedback loops and quality of hire data to continuously improve the program

Sourcing Strategy Development:

• Analyse WE labour market trends, channels, and best practices to define sourcing approaches - especially for capability/business‑critical skill areas - by collaborating with Talent Acquisition and market HR to establish proactive sourcing pipelines

Data, Insights & Reporting:

• Prepare regular dashboards and insights for the Area LT covering talent, D&I, EC and sourcing.

ESSENTIAL

Experience Required

• Minimum 3 years of working experience in a business focused HR function with proven market deployment experience
• Experience in working in an international company with matrix organization and experience in working with cross-functional teams

Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required

• Strong project management and implementation skills, preferably with experience from indirect leadership
• Data literacy and proficiency with Excel/PowerPoint; comfortable interpreting dashboards
• Organised, detail‑driven and able to manage multiple markets and cycles at once
• Demonstrated the capacity and interest to integrate the need for business results with a people-oriented approach

Have a drive for excellence:

• high expectation for the quality of work, proactive in nature and comfortable to take care of ambiguity and to influence a wide array of partners
• Excellent interpersonal and listening skills
• A high level of creativity and ability to innovate
• Competent spoken and written English

Education / Professional Qualifications / Certifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Psychology or related field. Master’s degree is considered a plus

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives.
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.