COS Leadership Specialist

At COS, we believe in shaping a future where people and business thrive together. As Leadership Specialist, you will be at the heart of this vision – defining how we grow and empower leaders across our global organization, from our stores to our offices.

Reporting to the Head of Talent and Leadership Development, you will play a critical role in identifying leadership capability gaps and driving the implementation of H&M Group tools, learning programs, leadership principles, and development experiences. Your work will empower our leaders to lead with care, inspire their teams, deliver exceptional results, and confidently guide COS into the future – creating an industry‑leading experience for their people.

What You Will Do

• Analyse leadership capability gaps and define the skills needed to meet COS’s strategic objectives and employee experience goals.
• Secure processes, frameworks, and methods for leadership development and identification across all levels of management.
• Implement assessments and design development strategies that strengthen leaders in their current roles while preparing them for future positions and aligning with COS’s organizational goals.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the wider H&M Group to review and leverage available leadership development tools and training programs, ensuring they are seamlessly integrated into onboarding and ongoing development plans for COS colleagues.
• Partner with the Learning team to embed leadership training as a core component of onboarding and continuous learning programs.
• Work with HR BPs to embed leadership development into business strategy and culture.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of leadership frameworks, tools, and methodologies.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing leadership development processes and assessments.
• Ability to analyze business needs and translate them into actionable leadership strategies.
• Experience in coaching leaders and driving organizational change.
• Previous achievements in creating scalable leadership solutions in global or complex organizations.

Additional Information

This is a full‑time permanent contract based at our Head Office in London, UK.

Benefits

• Up to 25 days holiday
• Annual health checks
• Pension scheme
• Discounts on various activities and financial/lifestyle products via our benefits hub
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee assistance via retail trust
• Private health & dental care

Inclusion & Diversity: At COS we are determined to create and maintain inclusive, diverse and equitable workplaces throughout our organisation. Our teams should consist of a variety of people who share and combine their knowledge, experience and ideas.

Remote Work Flexibility: In this role you will have some flexibility to work remotely; however, due to the high level of cross‑department collaborations, 3 days per week office presence is required to foster strong collaborations and teamwork.

Application Process: Ready to apply? Click the “I’m Interested” link to upload your CV securely. Once we have received your application, we will keep you updated regularly about the status of your application. Closing Date: 4/2. Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Job Location: London, United Kingdom (Head Office)