At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape workforce strategies and drive organisational growth with data-driven insights.
- Company: Dynamic company in London focused on innovative people strategies.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a vibrant work culture.
- Other info: Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to cultural evolution and change management.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by advising senior leaders and transforming the employee experience.
- Qualifications: 12-15 years in people strategy with strong leadership and analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 56250 - 68750 £ per year.
We’re seeking a strategic People Business Partner with a client mindset, deep workforce strategy experience, and strong data fluency to advise our senior leaders and shape the People agenda to accelerate organizational growth, agility, and performance.
This role will be in London.
In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: Serve as a trusted advisor to executive‑level leaders, co‑creating workforce strategies aligned with strategic business priorities, and long‑term organizational goals.
Represent the People Team as the single point of connection to key business stakeholders and Centers of Excellence.
Collaborate with People Operations, Talent Strategy, Learning, Compensation, Benefits, Thrive Together and other enterprise partners like Finance and Legal teams to deliver integrated, forward looking people programs.
Influence senior leaders with data‑driven insights, leveraging workforce analytics, to generate insights, guide talent decisions, and inform workforce planning at enterprise and functional levels.
Translate complex organizational challenges into actionable, data‑supported plans and business narratives.
Bring a product mindset to the People organization—iterating solutions based on user feedback, data, and evolving business needs to deliver scalable, user‑centric, outcome‑driven experiences.
Lead large‑scale transformation initiatives, including organizational design, change management, and operating model evolution, to enhance efficiency and cultural effectiveness.
Provide thought leadership by incorporating external best practices into people strategies.
Drive cultural evolution and change management efforts that support organizational strategy and employee experience.
Qualifications:12-15+ of experience within people strategy, organizational development, or change management including 5+ years in a people leadership role, preferably within a platform/product organization.
Demonstrated ability to influence at senior levels and manage challenging situations Executive presence, sound judgment, and a strong sense of business and organizational dynamics.
Experience leading workforce strategy, employee experience, product management, and transformation to solve talent challenges and deliver measurable business value.
Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to see the bigger picture and strategize talent solutions to propel the business forward.
Strong analytical and data storytelling skills; proficiency with analytic and HR system/tools (such as Excel, Tableau, Visier, or SQL, and HR system)Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree in HR, Organizational Psychology, or Business preferred.
- Full time
- Posting Date: 2026-08-10
Director, People Strategy & Advisory employer: The Bank of New York Mellon
At BNY, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, making us an exceptional employer for those seeking to make a meaningful impact in the financial services sector. Located in Manchester, our team enjoys access to competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth, all while working with cutting-edge technology to drive transformative solutions. Join us and experience a workplace where your contributions are valued, and your career can flourish in a supportive environment.
Contact Details:
The Bank of New York Mellon Recruitment Team
