Head of Adecco Wallonia

ppAdecco is a global workforce solutions provider, part of The Adecco Group. With 25,000 employees across 62 countries, Adecco helps over 600,000 people find work every day—aiming to grow that number to 850,000 in the coming years. /p pOffering a full range of services—from temporary and permanent placement to outsourcing, training, and apprenticeships—Adecco addresses the evolving needs of both employers and jobseekers. Diversity, inclusion, and employability are at the heart of its approach. /p pThrough a blend of physical presence (3,800 branches and onsite hubs) and digital platforms, Adecco delivers high-quality, human-centered recruitment, enhanced by technology but rooted in strong, personal client relationships. /p pAs bHead of Region /b, you are accountable for the overall performance, growth, and development of Adecco’s operations across Wallonia Brussels. You drive business performance, operational excellence, and employee engagement, while ensuring strong client satisfaction and alignment with The Adecco Group’s strategic priorities. /p pAs a key member of the Belgian leadership team, you contribute to national strategy and transformation initiatives, translating them into effective and impactful regional execution. /p h3Business Performance PL Ownership /h3 ulliOwn and manage the full PL of the region /liliDefine and deliver ambitious business targets aligned with national strategy /liliMonitor and steer key performance indicators (sales, margin, productivity, fill rates, etc.) /liliIdentify growth opportunities and implement corrective actions where needed /li /ul h3Leadership People Development /h3 ulliLead, coach, and develop a high-performing regional team (Area Managers, Branch Managers, Sales Operations teams) /liliBuild a strong culture of performance, ownership, and accountability /liliIdentify and develop future talent; ensure robust succession planning /liliFoster an engaging, inclusive, and high-performing work environment /li /ul h3Commercial Development Client Relationships /h3 ulliDrive the execution of the commercial strategy within the region /liliSupport key client acquisition and development, including strategic accounts /liliEnsure strong proximity to clients and local markets /liliIdentify new business opportunities and regional growth levers /li /ul h3Operational Excellence /h3 ulliEnsure high-quality service delivery and operational efficiency /liliOptimize branch network performance and productivity /liliDrive the adoption of tools, processes, and digital solutions /liliContinuously enhance customer and candidate experience /li /ul h3Cross-functional Collaboration /h3 ulliWork closely with internal stakeholders (HR, Finance, Marketing, Digital, etc.) /liliCollaborate with other business lines (e.g., LHH, Akkodis) to unlock cross-selling opportunities /liliContribute to company-wide initiatives and transformation projects /li liEnsure compliance with legal, regulatory and company policies /liliManage operational and business risks proactively /liliAct as a role model for The Adecco Group’s values, ethics, and governance standards /li /ul h3Experience /h3 ulliProven track record in senior leadership roles within multi-site or regional environments /liliStrong commercial acumen with full PL responsibility /liliExperience in a dynamic, service-driven and people-centric industry /liliSolid understanding of the Belgian market and regional dynamics /li /ul h3Education /h3 ulliBachelor’s degree preferably in Business Administration, Economics, Management, Human Resources, or a related field /liliMaster’s degree or equivalent (e.g., MBA, Executive MBA) is considered a strong asset /li /ul h3Required Skills /h3 ulliInspiring leadership and strong people development capabilities /liliHighly results-oriented with a strong performance drive /liliExcellent stakeholder management and influencing skills /liliStrategic mindset combined with strong execution capabilities /liliDemonstrated ability to lead change and transformation /liliFluent in Dutch and/or French, depending on the region, and strong proficiency in English /li /ul /p