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A leadership role at Equinix means you will drive and collaborate on work that impacts the world. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.

Job Summary

Equinix is looking for a Vice President of Organizational Capabilities to join our Global Organizational and Talent team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing and implementing strategies for organizational design, organizational development, change management, communications, succession planning, talent development, coaching, and consulting. The role requires someone who can make informed decisions, convince others, and teach others. The individual will have to partner closely with HR teams and demonstrate strong leadership qualities with the business and in the HR community. 

The Vice President of Organizational Capabilities will work closely with leaders and managers to implement strategies for effective leadership, team building, and conflict resolution. They will assess organizational culture and facilitate change management. They will design interventions to enhance communication, teamwork, and overall organizational performance. They will provide coaching and guidance to individuals in leadership positions. 

The Vice President of Organizational Capabilities will partner with HR teams to ensure that the organization has the right people, processes, and systems in place to achieve its goals. You will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry and enjoy a competitive compensation package, extraordinary benefits, and flourish in a creative and diverse work environment. 

Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement strategies for organizational design, organizational development, change management, communications, succession planning, talent development, coaching, and consulting

• Collaborate with leaders and managers to implement strategies for effective leadership, team building, and conflict resolution

• Assess organizational culture and facilitate change management

• Design interventions to enhance communication, teamwork, and overall organizational performance 

• Provide coaching and guidance to individuals in leadership positions

• Partner strongly with HR teams to ensure that the organization has the right people, processes, and systems in place to achieve its goals

• Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities with the business and in the HR community

Qualifications 

Knowledge and Experience 

• Strong background and detailed experience in Organizational Design, Organizational Development, Change Management, Communications, Succession Planning, Talent Development, Coaching, and Consulting

• Strong experience and highly effective leader that can manage, coach, develop and create a trusting and psychologically safe environment for their immediate team and broader partners

• Experience developing and implementing global strategies in areas such as organizational design and development, change management, and talent management

• Strong analytical and research skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Knowledge of the latest best practices in Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development, and related fields

• The ideal candidate will have a PhD/MSC in Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development, or a related field

Skills and Attributes 

• They will have strong analytical and research skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team  

• In a complex and dynamic environment, the Vice President of Organizational Capability will need to be able to work under time pressure to drive change. They will need to be able to make informed decisions quickly and effectively, and to communicate those decisions to others in a clear and concise manner

• They will need to be able to work collaboratively with other teams and departments to ensure that their recommendations are aligned with the organization's goals and objectives. They will need to be able to adapt to changing circumstances and to be flexible in their approach to problem-solving

• To succeed in this role, the Vice President of Organizational Capability will need to have strong people judgment and be able to make tough decisions. They will need to be able to convince others and teach others. They will need to be able to work under pressure and to be able to manage their time effectively

• They will need to be able to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and to be able to communicate effectively with them

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.