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Dean Pearson

Dean Pearson

Tipton,England

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in Design Thinking methodology, Training Curriculum Design & Instruction, and Performance Management. Demonstrates proficiency in Talent Planning, Evaluative Measurements, and ROI Analysis. Proven track record in Proof of Concept Reviews, Delivery, and Multi-Mode Leadership Development. Adept at Group Process Facilitation, Consulting, and Pilot Programs. Skilled in Change Management, Competency Modelling, Coaching, and Mentoring. Recognised for being calm under pressure with strong problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills and a talent for team building enhance overall effectiveness.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work history

Global Capability and Culture Lead

Mondelez International
Birmingham, West Midlands
09.2019 - 05.2025
  • The role manages all global programs related to learning and capability building in consideration of region/local related learning and development requirements.
  • The role ensures that globally consistent capability programs are regionally implemented to establish the Mondelez Supply Chain as a key business partner, with the objective to deliver competitive advantage through preferred supplier relationships for the company.
  • The position is also accountable for supporting a globally consistent strategy of Mondelez Supply Chain change and communication agenda.
  • The position holder serves as a consultant for global workstream leads to execute on their change and communication matters.
  • Lead the regional implementation of the global Capability programs, supporting the Global Business Leads.
  • Support the Regional Leadership Team with input into their capability requirements, aiming to build robust learning programmes that grow skillsets and minimise skill gaps.
  • Support the global change and communication agenda, globally and regionally.
  • Partner with subject matter experts to build global functional learning material across all realms of learning platforms; instructor led, digital content, webinars and e-learning modules.
  • Connect with external capability suppliers, to enhance learning opportunities for our function for key programmes.
  • Partner with our internal Learning and Development function to enable a wide scope of skillsets, including building leadership and fundamental skills, and delivering career development advice.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.

Senior HR Capability Manager (Learning and Development)

Jaguar Land Rover
07.2017 - 09.2019
  • To shape, define and deploy Capability strategies and interventions which support the achievement of ‘Great People in Every Role’.
  • To work alongside the business stakeholders to drive the creation, on-going development and deployment of a relevant and value adding capability strategy within a specific business unit/function.
  • To focus on ensuring the capability strategy and associated interventions align with the people strategy for their area(s) of responsibility and the relevant companywide strategies.
  • To deliver solutions which ensure roles are filled with talented people, all living our values and working to the highest standards and contributing to improved organisation capability.
  • Development of the Powertrain learning strategy utilising blended learning solutions through a digital portal linked to the Learning Management System.
  • Management of Apprentice and Graduate programmes for the Powertrain operation ensuring compliance with educational standards, liaising with qualification awarding organisations and providing Management Reporting Data on a monthly basis.
  • Design and development of the Futureproof programme to support Senior Leaders develop a greater understanding and develop key skills to embrace change and transition, enabling them to support their teams and to drive business performance.
  • Lead the deployment of the annual talent cycle and associated activities and act as interface between Centre of Excellence and business unit/function.
  • Support the development of the business area/function L&D strategy in line with the overall people strategy and workforce plans.
  • Lead on the deployment of the strategy in partnership with the relevant Centre of Excellence.
  • Be able to run training needs analysis to shape future training requirements for function.
  • Work with partners to ensure the delivery of associated training plans.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions deployed and strive for continuous improvement.
  • Manage the budget, timeline, resources for the interventions deployed.
  • Engage and seek input from relevant stakeholders (including internal HR teams, external partners, employees and TU representatives) and manage the relationships as required in partnership with the Head of HR and the Centre of Excellence.
  • Ensure all interventions align with the business unit/functional people strategy and the relevant enterprise-wide strategies.

Learning and Development Manager (Technical Academy Lead)

Virgin Media
10.2012 - 06.2017
  • Working in partnership with Directors, Regional Directors and Functional Heads of Department in identifying key business goals, integrating training and development into the strategic thinking, direction setting, planning and operation of the operational directorate.
  • Responsible for management of Training Needs Analysis on an annual basis by liaising with functional directors/heads of department and creation of department and business training plan, providing monthly updates and reviews.
  • Accountable for communicating Academy Performance Packs to all key stakeholders, gather performance feedback and plan improvement actions.
  • Facilitator of 360 feedback coaching to Senior Managers and Senior Management coach.
  • Developed a digital induction portal with internal subject matter experts that offers learners mobile enabled 24/7 access to the portal and supports the 70/20/10 model of learning.
  • Developed and implemented an automated skills matrix, utilising the Cornerstone LMS system that tracks and monitors learner’s skill development and feeds directly in their personal development plan.
  • The matrix also helps to identify development opportunities for learners wishing to develop their career.
  • Project lead that worked with business subject matter experts to create 2 new apprenticeship schemes for planners and engineers in creating a modular scheme that utilises online learning, classroom training and mentor sessions and allows the recording of evidence through a newly developed apprentice app that can be accessed via any mobile device.

Education

Certificate in Management Studies -

Open University

G.C.S. E’s - Grade C - Maths, English Literature, English Language, Computer Studies, Science, General Studies, History, Design

Skills

  • Design Thinking methodology
  • Training Curriculum Design & Instruction
  • ROI Analysis
  • Proof of Concept Reviews
  • Multi-Mode Leadership Development
  • Group Process Facilitation
  • Consulting
  • Change Management
  • Coaching
  • Mentoring
  • Problem-solving
  • Team building

Custom

  • I enjoy various sports including Football, Formula 1 and Rugby.
  • I like to travel to places of interest, and I enjoy reading biographies.

Affiliations

  • A keen sports fan, particularly Football and Formula One
  • I enjoy keeping up to date with everything learning and development

Timeline

Global Capability and Culture Lead

Mondelez International
09.2019 - 05.2025

Senior HR Capability Manager (Learning and Development)

Jaguar Land Rover
07.2017 - 09.2019

Learning and Development Manager (Technical Academy Lead)

Virgin Media
10.2012 - 06.2017

G.C.S. E’s - Grade C - Maths, English Literature, English Language, Computer Studies, Science, General Studies, History, Design

Certificate in Management Studies -

Open University

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