Head of Growth & Development Latvia

Head of Growth & Development Latvia Apply Are you passionate about Growth & Development, the future of work, and shaping how it impacts our workforce at Swedbank? Join Growth & Development (formerly Swedbank Academy), a group function with local teams across all four home markets. We work in a collaborative matrix set‑up, focusing on three key areas: Leadership, Prioritised Competencies and Skills, and Regulatory and Mandatory Training. Together, we enable learning that strengthens our culture, supports our strategy, and builds the capabilities needed for Swedbank in the future. In Swedbank you have the opportunity to: Lead and inspire the Latvian team in designing and delivering high-impact learning experiences that strengthen performance across the organization Shape the future of Growth & Development as part of the management team , contributing to the evolution of our offering, our people, and how we work Take strategic ownership of one of our key focus areas (Growth skills & competencies, Leadership development, Regulatory & Mandatory learning) or group-wide initiatives -setting direction and driving delivery across our four home markets Collaborate and lead in a matrix environment , contributing as a member of the local HR management team and acting as Swedbank’s ambassador for continuous learning What is needed in this role: Previous working experience as a leader in an international environment Strong business orientation with ability to translate business needs into scalable competence development activities Structured and analytical with the ability to see the holistic picture A proven track record of leading group-wide or pan-Baltic projects and driving change successfully Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across functions A coaching leadership style with the ability to build and grow high-performing teams equipped with the right competencies needed for the future Confidence in leading and collaborating within both line and matrix structures Background in learning & development and/or talent management is an advantage Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English and Latvian, for effective collaboration with colleagues across the Baltics and the Group " Join our team and... make impact. Be part in creating strategically important development solutions that empower our employees to be skilled for the future. Growth & Development is part of the broader Engagement & Performance function, where we collaborate closely with our Talent and Performance colleagues. Together, we support the entire Swedbank Group across all areas of Growth & Development. We are looking for a passionate leader and change driver who understands the critical role Learning & Development plays in enabling business strategy and transformation-and in future-proofing our workforce. Join us in Latvia and help shape the future of learning at Swedbank." Piret van de Runstraat-Kärt, your future leader We look forward to your application at 31.07.2026. the latest. Please note that the salary offered for this position ranges from 3750-5650€ gross i.e. before taxes. Read more here . Swedbank does not discriminate anybody based on gender, age, sexual orientation or sexual identity, ethnicity, religion or disability – everybody is welcome. Job area People, marketing, communication and support Role Human Resources and Talent Management Locations Rīga Remote status Hybrid About Swedbank We serve local communities, where we are proud to play an important role as being a key part of the financial system. We are dedicated to developing close relationships with about 7.3 million private and 553 000 corporate customers. Our passion is to help people to save for a better future. We work every day to support people, businesses and society to grow by promoting a healthy and sustainable economy.