Academy Expert – Global Talent Development (all genders) - 18 months opportunity

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Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen, DEU
In-Office
Entry level
Food • Information Technology • Logistics • Retail
The Role
Design and deliver international talent and leadership development programs, learning journeys, workshops, and development experiences. Partner with HR, business leaders, and external experts; coordinate nominations, international cohorts, and communications; and improve programs using feedback, learning outcomes, and business needs.
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Company Description

We are METRO. We are House of Learning. We are shaping learning experiences that inspire growth.

Through international academies, leadership programmes, and development initiatives, we empower colleagues across METRO to learn, grow, and succeed.

Join us and help shape the learning experiences of tomorrow.

At METRO, we are more than a global food wholesaler. We are ONE METRO: a diverse team of more than 85,000 colleagues across over 20 countries and entities, united by one mission: to empower our 15 million customers to create meaningful moments in hospitality and independent trade.

    Job Description

    • Drive the design and delivery of international talent and leadership development programmes.
    • Create engaging learning journeys, workshops, and development experiences.
    • Partner with HR, business leaders, and external experts to drive programme success.
    • Coordinate participant nominations, international cohorts, and programme communications.
    • Continuously improve programmes based on feedback, learning outcomes, and business needs.

    Qualifications

    • Experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development, HR, Consulting, or Project Management.
    • Passion for creating impactful learning experiences and developing people.
    • Strong project management and stakeholder management skills.
    • Confidence working in an international and cross-functional environment.
    • A proactive, hands-on mindset combined with creativity and curiosity.

    Additional Information

    What We Offer:

    • Work-life balance: Flexible working hours -  up to 20 working hours/week - with the option of mobile working in agreement with your line manager, prorated holidays earned based on your contract and working time.
    • Mentoring for the duration of your contract (max. 2 years).
    • Well-being: Health days with lots of health checks and information about your well-being, company medical care including a range of preventive services, such as flu shots, OTHEB employee assistance program. 
    • Exciting life on campus: Free gym and sports classes, Rioba coffee bar, canteen with discounted meals for employees, discounts in our wholesale store, and many campus events.

    Skills Required

    • Experience in Learning and Development, Talent Development, HR, Consulting, or Project Management
    • Strong project management skills
    • Strong stakeholder management skills
    • Confidence working in an international and cross-functional environment
    • Proactive, hands-on mindset
    • Creativity and curiosity

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    The Company
    86,740 Employees
    Year Founded: 1964

    What We Do

    METRO AG is a leading international wholesale and retail group offering food and non-food products under brands like METRO and MAKRO. It serves hotels, restaurants, caterers, and grocery stores, and develops digital solutions for its wholesale business.

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