T&R Strategic Opportunities and Alliances Leader

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Business

The Talent & Rewards business combines advisory services, data and software to provide clients with integrated solutions that address their most complex human capital challenges. We  help our clients find success through their people. We are comprised of two lines of business – Talent and Rewards – and a global operations organization.

The Role

With the fast-paced of technological change and HR radically retooling with innovative technologies, AI/automation, Willis Towers Watson is looking for a Talent & Rewards (T&R) Strategic Opportunities and Alliances Leader to build world-class alliances and partnerships across third-party software and breakthrough digital solutions. The T&R Strategic Opportunities and Alliances (SOA) Leader will establish networks across the HR VCs, software and start-up communities to curate, coordinate and shape strategic partnerships and alliances.

Role Priorities:

·  Develop and execute a consistent approach to governance, target evaluation and implementation
·  Continuously scan the market and consult with internal leadership, SME and consultant input to identify potential areas of significant growth for the business via partnerships and alliances with third party software and digital solution providers
·  Lead exploration process of potential third party partnerships and alliances by working with relevant T&R leaders and advancing discussions as appropriate 
·  With support of leadership build business cases for high-potential relationships (vendors, partners, alliances, etc.) and facilitate approval process (Business/LOB/Practice leadership, Legal and Strategy and Corporate Development, as appropriate)
·  Work with Corporate Development to structure alliances and optimize revenue opportunities
·  Create the strategies to commercialize, implement and embed alliances across Willis Towers Watson
·  Be responsible for monitoring and measuring the impact from the alliance and partnership portfolio in terms of revenue, cost savings, client satisfaction and other relevant metrics

Key Working Relationships:

·  Rewards Global LOB Leader and Talent Global LOB Leader
·  T&R Global Practice Leaders
·  T&R Product Leaders
·  T&R Vendor Management Leader
·  Strategy and Corporate Development
·  External networks VCs, start-ups, accelerators, analysts

The Requirements

·  3-5 years of experience in corporate strategy/business development or corporate development with a focus on managing strategic partnerships, alliances and similar relationships with third party organizations such as VC firms, incubators, etc.
·  Strong business acumen with proven strategic and analytical abilities
·  Undergraduate degree required; MBA or advanced degrees are preferred
·  Availability to travel on an as needed basis
The Company 

Willis Towers Watson is a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. With roots dating to 1828, Willis Towers Watson has 40,000 employees serving more than 140 countries. We design and deliver solutions that manage risk, optimize benefits, cultivate talent, and expand the power of capital to protect and strengthen institutions and individuals. Our unique perspective allows us to see the critical intersections between talent, assets and ideas – the dynamic formula that drives business performance. Together, we unlock potential. Learn more atwillistowerswatson.com .

Willis Towers Watson is an equal opportunity employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. 

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