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**Who are WebBeds?**

WebBeds is the fastest growing and most significant accommodation supplier to the travel industry. We are a global company offering ground services (hotels, transfers, tours, activities) to travel professionals.

Our Products range from a Retail Online platform, Integration Connectivity hub and distribution APIs to name but a few and our systems are 100% cloud hosted processing up to 5.0bn search requests daily. We deliver amazing outcomes using leading edge technology through innovative and creative thinking.

WebBeds is a subsidiary of Webjet Limited (ASX: WEB) - an ASX 200 listed company operating a global digital travel business.

**What makes us stand out?**
- We are a wholesale global travel organization
- We have 1500+ people speaking 50+ languages in 120+ cites across 50+ countries
- We partner with over 430,000 properties in more than 15,000 destinations
- We work with more than 44,000 travel companies in 139 source markets
- We have an amazing Technology team focused on delivering valuable outcomes using innovative tech and creative & lateral thinking

**In this role you will**

Act as a key Talent & Culture Leader for your region or central department, driving the people agenda in alignment with WebBeds' commercial goals. Supporting the Senior Vice President of Talent & Culture & CPO, you will act as a strategic advisor, change agent, and talent advocate. Your role will ensure the effective implementation of people strategies that foster a high-performing, engaged, and diverse workforce. You will collaborate with business leaders and T&C Communities of Excellence to deliver talent strategies, manage employee relations, and implement solutions to meet organizational needs. Support and execute a comprehensive people strategy that aligns with WebBeds' commercial objectives, driving a culture of high performance and engagement.

**Key responsibilities**
- Partner with senior leaders to align talent strategies with business objectives, ensuring organizational effectiveness and a culture of high performance.
- Champion initiatives that promote a positive employee experience, focusing on engagement, development, and well-being across the region or central department.
- Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to ensure timely and effective recruitment aligned with business needs, while managing workforce planning and manpower budgets.
- Implement and support performance management processes, driving employee development and organizational capability.
- Facilitate succession planning initiatives, ensuring a robust pipeline of future leaders.
- Lead and resolve complex employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with local labor laws while promoting a harmonious work environment.
- Advocate for DEI initiatives to build a diverse and inclusive workforce reflective of WebBeds' values.
- Act as the custodian of Talent & Culture policies, ensuring they are communicated effectively and adhered to within your region or central department.
- Utilize analytics to measure the effectiveness of talent strategies and drive continuous improvement.
- Partner with T&C Communities of Excellence to implement global talent initiatives and customize them for your regional or centralised departmental relevance.
- Lead organizational change efforts, acting as a coach and advisor to leaders and employees during transformation initiatives.

**The skills we would love to see in your suitcase**
- Minimum 7 years of experience within a HR/Talent & Culture business partnering role.
- 3+ years of people management experience.
- 3+ years of experience in a strategic role.
- Domain level HR/Talent & Culture experience across a central function (IT/Finance/Ops) or wider region (APAC, Europe, MEA, AMER).
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field (Master’s degree or MBA in HR/Organizational Development is highly desirable).
- Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP/SCP, CIPD Level 5/7, or equivalent are highly preferred.
- Proven experience as a Regional HR/Talent & Culture Business Partner or similar role in a global, matrixed organization, with strong expertise in talent management, employee relations, and workforce planning.
- Ability to align people strategies with organizational goals, driving measurable business impact.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders.
- Experience working in diverse, multicultural environments, with an understanding of regional labor laws and market trends.
- Proficiency in analyzing talent metrics and data to inform decision-making and optimize strategies.
- Demonstrated success in managing organizational change and driving employee engagement through transitions.
- A passion for fostering talent and promoting a culture that values inclusivity, collaboration, and innovation.
- Solid understanding of HR/Talent & Culture practices, policies, and employm