People Development Manager

To support our People Development team at our headquarters in Schaffhausen we are looking for a

PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER (100%)

Duration: Permanent

Start: January 2026

Reporting to the Head of Global People Development (PDv), the role works closely with our Central/Regional/Market/HQ/MZ HR and Business Leaders to orchestrate and implement the People Development (PDv) strategy. Attract, develop, retain internal talent and build an effective pipeline of people for key positions. Contribute to the development of capable workforce to reach IWC ambition.

The role is a key driver in shaping our culture of development, collaboration and performance, driving innovative and impactful initiatives. You partner with Group Talent, Learning & Development and Performance teams to synergize efforts for effective capability development and lasting behavioral change.

YOUR MISSION AT IWC.

Shape and roll-out the PDv Strategy together with the Head of Global PDv.

Develop and maintain effective relationships with various stakeholders across levels/regions/markets, enlist their collective commitment on the PDv priorities.

Act as a Center of Excellence by working closely with Regional/Market/HQ/MZ HR leaders to cultivate and embed a strong culture of intentional, perpetual learning.

Make people know what needs to be done in PDv while contributing to IWC culture.

Learning & Development

Lead end-to-end design, implementation and scaling of a global, modern and effective learning strategy and ecosystem

Understand the business needs/priorities and translate them into impactful learning solutions to build people capabilities and bridge skills gaps

Perform learning needs assessment, develop learning modules and refresh existing ones, and provide recommendations on appropriate learning initiatives that engage learners and produce desired outcomes

Manage and develop our IWC L&D Catalogue, yearly training plan deployment and communication

Develop, monitor and adjust the L&D budget, vendor management, manage reporting and tracking of all learning initiatives

Measure learning solutions’ success and effectiveness, proactively share improvements

Manage coordination and logistics learning events with our partners and venues

Champion our IWC Academy (LMS) by evolving, leveraging and scaling up learning technologies and tools to enhance accessibility and engagement

Talent Management & Development

Support the Talent Management & Development Agenda of attracting, developing and retaining internal key people to enable sustainable business performance and growth

Accelerate internal mobility by participating and sharing talents in Group cross Maisons-Markets Talent Exchanges

Support the annual Talent Cycle by partnering closely with the Head of Global PDv Development, Regional/Market/HQ/MZ HR and Business Leaders ensuring excellence on key people’s IDP and key positions’ succession planning

Build, develop and nurture strong internal talent pipeline proactively for long term success and succession purposes

Bring value in terms of partnership by sharing market trends and talent insights to the business and HR Community

Participate in various global, regional, local initiatives to optimize and elevate our function and business

Performance Excellence

Drive and manage My Performance Journey cycle: My Priorities and My Development communication campaign, initiatives implementation

Support the development of a coaching and feedback culture

Provide guidance and support to Regional/Market/HQ/MZ HR and Business Leaders

Monitor and track progress on both My Priorities and My Development

Leadership Development

Support the Global PDv Strategy roll-out to grow and inspire excellence as an integrated approach that includes programs, systems and culture

Manage the Leadership Programs for Senior, Middle Management and Signature Programs enhancing and preparing current/future Leaders to perform at best in their roles

Measure leadership effectiveness and provide top management with the necessary data

HOW YOU BECOME PART OF THE JOURNEY.

Bachelor’s (Master is a plus) degree with 3-5 years’ experience in People Development balancing strategic thinking with flawless execution

Forward-thinking trusted partner with strong business acumen, exceptional understanding of PDv best practices and proven ability to translate the business needs into impactful solutions

Proven track record of supporting teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced, matrix and global environment

An interpersonally and culturally savvy relationship-builder with ability to engage and influence all levels of leaders and stakeholders.

Result-driven, strong sense of ownership with the ability to drive business value through innovative and effective PDv initiatives

Flexibility and adaptability to work in a diverse and inclusive organization

Tech-savviness with strong knowledge of PDv technologies, digital platforms, and emerging trends

Excellent command of oral and written English and German

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US.

IWC offers you a challenging working environment: rooted in Switzerland, but operating successfully internationally. We combine tradition with innovation and attach great importance to change management, training and further education as well as personal development. Find below a selection of fringe benefits provided by us:

Daily food & beverage allowance of CHF 7, redeem-able in the in-house restaurant and selected restaurants in Schaffhausen.

Yearly health insurance contribution of CHF 2'340 for fulltime contracts.

25 days vacation annually (30 days as of the age of 50), 5 additional bridge compensation days.

Annual allowance for public transport subscriptions of up to CHF 1,500 with a contract duration of at least one year.

Special conditions on selected IWC & Richemont products.

Diverse health & wellbeing initiatives and programs, including financial support for external childcare.

IWC Sport Club (est. 1972) for sport enthusiasts.

Attractive workplace adjacent to the river rhine, inviting for social activities amongst colleagues.

Memorable internal events (Christmas, summer after work drinks, etc.).

And many more!