Are you a strategic leader, passionate about shaping leadership development and fostering an inclusive workplace?

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world’s most pressing issues – and we hope you’ll join us in solving the next century’s. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.  

Corporate Center in Hydro is mainly located at Vækerø and has around 260 employees within the areas of Finance, People & Safety, Legal and Compliance, Communication & Public Affairs and Corporate Development.

Are you a strategic leader, passionate about shaping leadership development and fostering an inclusive workplace? At Hydro, we are committed to empowering leaders and creating a culture where everyone belongs. As the Director - Leadership & Belonging, you will drive enterprise-wide leadership initiatives and inclusion strategies that enhance business performance and employee engagement.  

Group People & Organization at Hydro is responsible for shaping and safeguarding all enterprise-level people initiatives, strategies, processes, and tools. As an integral part of our People organization, we drive business success and play a crucial role in enabling the organization to reach Hydro's strategic agenda. 

Our department comprises of two key teams: Lead & Belong and Grow & Innovate. We collaborate with stakeholders across business areas to embed our values throughout the company. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive culture where every individual can lead with confidence, belong with pride, grow continuously, and innovate boldly. The Head of Group People & Organization reports directly to the Executive Vice President of People & HSE.

Position Overview: 

As Director of Leadership & Belonging, you will lead a team of six, driving impactful leadership development and inclusion across Hydro.  You will collaborate with stakeholders across our business areas to ensure leadership development and inclusion initiatives are effectively implemented and aligned with business needs.

• Shape and lead Hydro’s approach to leadership development and inclusion, aligning with strategic priorities and future leadership needs. 

• Drive an enterprise-wide Employee Listening strategy, ensuring tools, systems, and processes capture and act on employee insights. 

• Foster cross functional collaboration, breaking down silos and ensuring leadership & inclusion initiatives are integrated across the organization.  

• Promote and embed diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging throughout the organization. 

• Actively contribute to the Group People & Organization leadership team, driving the department forward as a cohesive unit.  

• Coach and empower the Lead & Belong-team, ensuring ownership of shared goals and providing necessary tools and support. 

• Measure & enhance the impact of leadership and inclusion programs, leveraging data to drive continuous improvements. 

• Proven experience in leadership development, employee engagement, and diversity & inclusion, with a strong track record of driving impact. 

• Demonstrated experience leading teams and developing people. 

• Ability to drive initiatives across complex, global organizations and translate business strategy into clear priorities and actions. 

• Strong facilitation and collaboration skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels and across business areas. 

• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to inspire change and gain buy-in from senior stakeholders. 

• Analytical and data-driven mindset, with experience using employee insights to shape strategy and measure impact. 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, organizational development, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.  

• Experience working in global or multinational organizations is highly desirable. 

Why Join Us? 

• Join a leadership team driving change and shaping Hydro's future. 

• Lead strategic initiatives that foster leadership, belonging, and engagement globally. 

• Work in a collaborative, inclusive environment where your contributions are valued. 

• Help Hydro's leaders pioneer the green aluminum transition, powered by renewable energy.

If you're passionate about leading high-performing teams, developing leaders, strengthening inclusion, and fostering collaboration, we encourage you to apply.  
Please enclose a cover letter and copies of relevant academic transcripts, diplomas, certificates etc. Only applications received through our online system will be considered, not via e-mail. 

As part of our recruitment process, we use Semac for background check. 

Hydro values diverse skills and perspective among employees. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or disability. We strive to provide equitable opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

Apply before: 20/04/2025

If you have any questions, please contact: 

Recruiter
Gemma Scipioni
Gemma.Cockroft.Scipioni@hydro.com