Sr. Manager, Executive Recruiting

Come join an inclusive team

LyondellBasell is the sustainability leader in the chemical industry. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary advanced MoReTec recycling technology, LYB develops products and technologies that form the very foundation of the chemical sector. As a top S&P 500 company and one of the largest multinational chemical corporations in the world, LYB is the preferred choice for ESG-minded investors, customers, and brand owners. We're shifting from simply producing plastics and chemicals to leading in circular and low-carbon solutions, cementing our role as a profitable and dedicated advocate for everyday sustainable living.

Our Talent Acquisition organization is undergoing a significant transformation to better align with our company's growth and evolving business objectives. The creation of a dedicated executive recruiting team underscores our commitment to attracting top-tier talent and fostering a diverse, inclusive workforce. Our vision is to shape the future through innovative strategies, data-driven decision-making, and an unwavering focus on delivering an exceptional candidate experience. 

The Sr. Manager, Executive Recruiting will lead LYB’s talent acquisition efforts for Director level roles and up. The Executive Search team will be focused on attracting and recruiting top-tier executive talent to drive LYB growth and future success. This hands-on role requires a dynamic leader with a strategic mindset, exceptional communication skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with senior executives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in executive search, a deep understanding of industry trends in executive recruiting and a passion for mentoring talent. They will handle multiple high-level, confidential executive searches concurrently, demonstrating the ability to prioritize and deliver results under pressure. 

In addition, the Sr. Manager of Executive Recruiting will proactively identify and cultivate a strong pipeline of potential executive candidates, leveraging industry networks, conferences, and professional associations to expand the talent pool. They will utilize advanced sourcing techniques and tools to reach passive candidates and enhance LYB’s employer brand as a top destination for executive talent. This involves developing and implementing effective branding and marketing strategies, collaborating with the marketing and communications team to create compelling campaigns, materials, and events. They will also track and analyze key recruitment metrics to measure performance, identify areas for improvement, and prepare regular reports on recruitment activities and candidate pipelines. This position will work a hybrid schedule based out of Houston, Texas. 

Day in the life

Executive Search: 

• Develop and execute comprehensive executive search strategies to identify and attract top talent.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior executives across LYB, partnering with senior leaders to understand their talent needs and provide strategic insights to guide the recruitment process.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to assess candidates' qualifications, skills, and cultural fit.
• Manage the entire recruitment process, from initial candidate sourcing to offer negotiation, closing and onboarding.
• Manage multiple high-level, confidential executive searches concurrently, demonstrating the ability to prioritize and deliver results under pressure. 
• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives, fostering a workplace culture that values diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Talent Pipeline Building: 

• Proactively identify and cultivate a strong pipeline of potential executive candidates.
• Leverage industry networks, conferences, and professional associations to expand the talent pool.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques and tools to reach passive candidates.

Employer Branding: 

• Enhance LYB’s employer brand as a top destination for executive talent.
• Develop and implement effective branding and marketing strategies to attract top-tier candidates.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications team to create compelling campaigns, materials and events.

Team Leadership: 

• Lead and mentor an experienced recruiter to achieve executive recruitment goals.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Provide ongoing training and development opportunities to team members.

Data Analysis and Reporting: 

• Track and analyze key recruitment metrics to measure performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare regular reports on recruitment activities, candidate pipelines, and other recruiting metrics.

You bring this value

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Typically, 15+ years of experience, with a focus in Executive Recruiting both in an external retained search firm and in-house executive recruiting for a large, multinational corporation. 
• Prior experience in an HRBP role is a plus, but not a requirement
• Proven track record in developing and implementing innovative recruitment strategies
• Industry experience in Chemicals, Industrial Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Energy, Renewables, or Semiconductor industries is preferred.
• Exceptional leadership and strategic thinking abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior executives
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and discretion in all aspects of the recruitment process
• Ability to work with candidates across multiple geographic regions.

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What we offer

LyondellBasell is proud to provide a competitive total compensation package designed to reward excellence and support the well-being of our employees. This supports a pay-for-performance culture, recognizing both individual and company performance, as well as benefit programs that are highly attractive and competitive within the markets for which we compete for talent.

• Workplace flexibility: The Company’s Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees the option to work up to three days a week from home.
• Comprehensive health, welfare, life and retirement programs aligned with local practices.
• Retirement Plans:
  • For eligible US employees, we offer a 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 6% and cash balance pension plan with a 5% salary accrual
• Comprehensive Well-being Benefits: Programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social health, ensuring you receive the care you need, when you need it. 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan which offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and US.
• Educational Assistance Program: To encourage self-development by providing financial aid for approved educational activities voluntarily undertaken by employees.
• Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families. 
• Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions.
• Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team building activities.
• Competitive Vacation Policies: Generous paid vacation and holidays to support your work-life balance.
• Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of your charitable contributions to qualified organizations.
• Employee Discounts: Access to discounts on various products and services. 
   

*Eligibility for certain benefits and rewards programs will vary based on your job status, work location and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement and may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

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