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Shape the future of work as Chief People Officer at a leading global charity driving economic sustainability.
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The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is a global charity dedicated to spearheading the transition to a circular economy. Join a passionate and diverse team committed to creating systemic change. As the Chief People Officer, you’ll be a key player in defining the organisation’s culture, aligning a diverse global team with the charity's mission and values. The role involves overseeing all aspects of the employee lifecycle, shaping the overall people strategy and building on the existing organisational culture. Desired qualifications include experience as a top HR leader in a mission-driven organisation and proficiency in talent acquisition, development, and organisational design. Strong abilities in fostering a positive, inclusive culture are vital. Working at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to systemic environmental change and to influence global systems. We offer a competitive remuneration package and value the well-being of our employees with flexible working options. Apply by clicking the green icon, where you'll be prompted to upload your CV and cover letter.
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is a global charity committed to accelerating the transition to a circular economy. We work with businesses, government, and academia to build a positive and restorative economic system, one that can drive meaningful change. We are a passionate and diverse team, united by our vision to rethink, redesign, and regenerate the world’s economy.
As our Chief People Officer (CPO), you will play a pivotal role in shaping our global culture and empowering our teams to realise their full potential while driving systemic change in the transition to a circular economy. Reporting directly into the CEO, our Chief People Officer will be a strategic leader responsible for shaping the overall talent and people strategy, leading people operations, and ensuring that our diverse, global teams are aligned with the Foundation’s mission and values.
The CPO will oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, development, performance management, organisational design, and employee engagement. Additionally, you will be responsible for defining and executing our culture strategy, building on the strong values already lived within the organisation.
Ideal Experience: Proven experience as a senior HR leader (e.g., Chief People Officer, HR Director, VP of People), in an international, mission-driven organisation. Deep understanding of talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, and organisational design. Strong track record in fostering a positive, inclusive culture. Trained in change management with the ability to drive transformation in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join the Ellen MacArthur Foundation? Be part of an organisation working on some of the most pressing challenges of our time: circular economy and systemic change. Work in a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative environment where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute. Play a key role in shaping an organisation that is influencing global systems and driving positive environmental change. We believe in creating a healthy, balanced work environment. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation offers flexible working options to support the well-being of our employees.
Apply by clicking the green icon where you will be asked to upload a CV and covering letter. Closing date: 15th August 2025. This is a senior position in the Foundation and the role will be part of our Executive Leadership Team. The remuneration and benefits package will be highly competitive within our sector.
