Global Talent & Culture Director

Interview Process:

• Screening call – with James Smith, Global Talent Acquisition Manager
• 1st Stage Technical Capability Interview – with Lauren Dengate (Global Head of Talent Management) and Dionne Krigbaum (Global L&D Director)
• 2nd Stage Values Alignment Interview +task – with Lauren Dengate (Global Head of Talent Management) and Clare Reynolds (VP of People & Culture – International)
• 3rd & Final ‘virtual coffee’ interview – Ben Hill (CHRO)

What is the job?

Do you consider yourself an architect of Talent & Culture strategy? Someone who would relish designing & executing initiatives, infrastructure, processes that builds a culture where our employees can thrive and contribute to the businesses long term success.

Our new Global Talent & Culture Director will lead the design and execution of global talent management and employee experience initiatives; with the aim of fostering a positive company culture that promotes high performance, belonging, engagement, and pride.

You will be a key leader in our global Talent COE, reporting into our Global Head of Talent Management Lauren Dengate, and managing a small global team of high performing Talent & Culture Specialists. If you want to be the driving force behind real organisational and cultural change for a truly global business, then this is the role for you!

What will you be doing?

• You will demonstrate strategic talent & culture leadership. This includes developing a data driven global strategy aligned with organisational objectives, translating strategy into an actionable & innovative operational plan, researching external best practices that can be implemented to drive innovation whilst establishing the KPIs & metrics to measure success of your initiatives.
• You will lead talent & succession strategy to support the growth and mobility of CSO (Cinema Support Office) and field employees globally. This will be done by designing and overseeing centralised processes, frameworks, content and analytics for global talent management, performance excellence, career development programs and succession planning.
• You will own the global approach to employee engagement, including managing the current engagement survey process, development & execution of companywide initiatives targeted on key areas; whilst equipping the business leaders and People & Culture Partners with the resources to effectively drive engagement.
• You will drive culture & belonging across the business by championing our vision & values, ensuring integration throughout the employee experience, cultivating a culture of high performance whilst fostering collaboration, wellbeing, belonging & inclusion. This will also include developing a DEI strategy that will be woven throughout the business.
• You will lead a high performing global T&C team, providing coaching, mentorship and development opportunities for professional growth, helping the T&C team become an established and trusted partner within the business.

About you

• You have a proven track record of designing executing, and measuring the impact of large-scale talent management, performance, career management and employee experience strategies in a geographically dispersed business.
• You have deep & demonstrable experience of leading and implementing truly cultural transformative initiatives that have driven measurable results. This includes hands on experience in succession planning & talent assessments.
• You at home being a strategic partner to senior leader, able to influence decisions, challenge the status quo with data-backed insights and using a consultative approach to drive change.
• You can break down complex & theoretical concepts to communicate them in a clear, simple and actionable way for all organisational levels.
• You are organised and can manage large scale, and complex projects end to end whilst meeting deadlines and objectives.
• You will be a great fit, if our values resonate with you: We Create, We Perform, We Inspire. Read more about them here - About us

About Cineworld & Picturehouse

Cineworld & Picturehouse – where movie magic meets unforgettable experiences!

At Cineworld & Picturehouse, part of the Regal Cineworld Group, every day is a celebration of all things film and entertainment. From the first popcorn crunch to the final credits, we’re all about creating moments that spark joy, laughter, and a little bit of movie magic.

With over 9,000 screens across 751 locations in 10 countries, including our flagship brands Cineworld and Picturehouse here in the UK and Ireland, as well as Cinema City and Yes Planet across Europe and Israel, and Regal Cinemas in the United States – we bring the joy of cinema to millions.

With buzzing hubs in Brentford (our Cinema Support Office) and the heart of London’s Leicester Square (Picturehouse HQ), we offer a mix of hybrid and remote working options, depending on the role.

What really makes Cineworld shine? Our people. We’re passionate about supporting your growth and helping you carve out your dream career within the Regal Cineworld family. Fancy joining us on this epic film adventure? Dive into the Cineworld & Picturehouse stories and see what life’s like behind the scenes of the big screen!

Read more about the Cineworld & Picturehouse culture here – Cineworld stories

Our Benefits

We put our people first by offering a wider range of exception benefits designed to support your wellbeing, work=life balance, and professional growth – because when you thrive, we all succeed.

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Unlimited free cinema tickets for you and a guest, including complimentary popcorn and drinks every visit
• Market-leading parental leave with up to 18 weeks’ paid leave per child for the primary carer
• Free on-site gym access, plus discounted gym memberships and a cycle-to-work scheme
• Pension scheme with generous company-matched contributions
• Early access to salary payments for greater financial flexibility
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits including 24/7 access to a Virtual GP for you and your immediate family, a healthcare cash plan, BUPA dental care, and eye care vouchers, among others

Inclusion & Belonging

At Regal Cineworld Group, we believe our strength lies in the diversity of our people. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to bring their authentic selves to work. Our commitment to diversity extends across all aspects of identity, including gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, and background.

We are proud to foster an environment where differences are celebrated, and everyone has equal opportunity to thrive. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair and accessible, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process or in the workplace to support your needs, please do let us contact the talent team.

Together, we aim to build a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone can contribute to the magic of cinema.

We understand that confidence gaps and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting incredible candidates, and we wouldn’t want this to prevent us from meeting you.

Do you feel like you don’t have all the experience listed but would love to explore a career at Cineworld & Picturehouse? Please still contact [email protected].