Job Description
Why Join the Agilent Global Talent Management Center of Excellence?
Agilent's Global Talent Management Center of Excellence is our talent innovation engine. We are committed to fueling business growth through smart, data-powered talent strategies and solutions that build future-ready capabilities, strengthen leadership pipelines, boost performance, and foster continuous development.
Being a member of our team is an opportunity to design and execute strategic talent management initiatives that enable the Agilent team to deliver on business goals. Your contributions will ensure that Agilent is a place where talent thrives and extraordinary careers are grown.
If you're passionate about translating business strategies into impactful talent solutions, come and shape the future with us in the Global Talent Management Center of Excellence.
Position Summary
We are seeking a proactive and experience-focused Global Onboarding & Orientation Lead to join our Talent Management COE. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the continuity, consistency, and quality of the onboarding and orientation experience for new joiners around the globe.
At Agilent, we believe first impressions matter. A thoughtful, well-orchestrated onboarding experience helps new team members feel welcomed, connected, and confident from day one. It sets the tone for engagement, accelerates time to productivity, and reinforces our culture and values. This role is central to shaping that experience.
You will work cross-functionally to shape and continuously improve the end-to-end onboarding journey, from pre-boarding through the first 90 days, ensuring it reflects our culture, values, and business priorities. This role requires close collaboration with HR Business Partners (HRBP), Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence, and functional teams such as IT, Workplace Services, and Enterprise Communications to deliver a seamless and engaging experience for every new employee.
Key responsibilities
* Own and evolve the design and execution of global onboarding and orientation strategy, ensuring alignment with enterprise talent goals and local needs.
* Partner with Talent Acquisition COE to ensure a smooth transition from candidate to employee, with clear handoffs and shared accountability.
* Oversee the design, execution, and continuous improvement of onboarding and exit surveys, using insights to inform talent strategies, identify systemic opportunities, and enhance practices and experiences across the organization.
* Collaborate with HRBPs, Talent Acquisition COE and Employee Experience COE to understand employee experience feedback and tailor onboarding approaches to different regions, functions, and levels.
* Coordinate with IT, Workplace Services, and other functional teams to ensure operational readiness and a seamless Day 1 experience.
* Design and maintain onboarding content, toolkits, and communications that reflect Agilent culture and values.
* Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure onboarding effectiveness, including time-to-productivity, new hire satisfaction, and process completion rates.
* Use data to identify continuous improvement and innovation opportunities.
* Support the delivery of virtual and in-person New Employee Orientation sessions, including global welcome events and leader-led introductions.
* Ensure onboarding practices are inclusive, scalable, and adaptable to different employee groups (e.g., remote, hybrid, early career, senior leader).
* Act as a central point of contact for onboarding-related inquiries, resources, and best practices across the HR community.
Qualifications
Experience & Qualifications:
* 4+ years of experience in HR, employee experience, or program management roles with a focus on onboarding, orientation, or employee lifecycle programs.
* Strong project management and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and timelines.
* Experience working in a global or matrixed organization, with sensitivity to cultural and regional differences.
* Excellent communication and facilitation skills-comfortable engaging at all levels.
* Familiarity with onboarding tools, HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday), and digital collaboration tools.
* Bachelor's degree in HR, Communications, Business, or related field preferred.
Core Competencies:
* Employee Experience Focus: Designs and continually enhances onboarding experiences that are engaging, inclusive, and aligned with company culture.
* Collaboration: Works effectively across HR, Talent Acquisition, and functional teams to deliver a unified onboarding journey.
* Practical Execution: Balances strategic thinking with hands-on delivery to ensure programs are both impactful and operationally sound.
* Proactive Continuous Improvement: Uses KPIs, feedback, and data to refine and evolve onboarding practices for an excellent customer experience.
* Communication: Crafts clear, welcoming, and informative messaging.
We offer:
* Motivated Teams: Collaborate with highly motivated teams and take on exciting responsibilities.
* Challenging Projects: Engage in dynamic, collaborative projects.
* Development Opportunities: Benefit from diverse opportunities for professional growth.
* Corporate Culture: Be part of an exceptional corporate culture.
* Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a good work-life balance.
* Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Receive a competitive compensation and benefits package.
* Hybrid Work: Work in a hybrid model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home).
* Permanent Contract: Secure a permanent contract with a fast-growing general company.
If you have any further questions regarding the application process, please contact the recruiter at +34 933 445 804.
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule.
Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations
Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.
Travel Required:
Occasional
Shift:
Day
Duration:
No End Date
Job Function:
HR