Performance Enablement Manager - 18 Month Fixed Term

DR. MARTENS

London

Dr. Martens is more than a brand - it’s a global icon with over 60 years of attitude, heritage, and cultural impact. We’re a thriving, values‑driven business powered by diverse thinkers, bold doers, and people who bring their whole selves to work. If you’re ready to make your mark, you’re in the right place. At DM, our values guide everything we do: Be Yourself, Act Courageously , Show You Care . They’re not just words - they’re how we turn passion into progress. WHERE YOU SIT As our Performance Enablement Manager , you’ll be part of the People Team working closely with brilliant people across the business and reporting into Global Head of Talent, Learning & Performance. You’ll be right at the heart of fast‑moving projects that shape how we show up for our consumers - today and tomorrow. WHERE YOU CONTRIBUTE The Performance Enablement Manager designs and delivers global frameworks and initiatives that enable high performance across Dr. Martens. This role ensures that performance development processes are simple, fair and aligned to our values, equipping managers and employees to set clear goals, give meaningful feedback and drive individual and business growth. By embedding performance enablement into the employee lifecycle, the role strengthens accountability, accelerates development and supports organisational effectiveness -critical enablers of our growth strategy. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES As our Performance Enabelement Manager , you will be responsible for:
Defining and implementing global performance management frameworks and processes that support growth, talent decisions and fair, inclusive performance assessment aligned to The DM Way.
Equipping managers and employees with toolkits, training and resources to enable effective goal setting, feedback, development and performance conversations.
Owning and optimising performance management systems and tools (including OpenBlend), ensuring effective workflows, governance and alignment with wider People systems and processes.
Building organisational capability by partnering with Learning & Development and leaders to strengthen performance, feedback and development practices across markets and functions.
Leading performance analytics, stakeholder engagement and change management, using insights, communication and adoption strategies to continuously improve performance culture and effectiveness.
KEY SKILLS & CAPABILITIES Put simply, the key things we’re looking for are:
Proven expertise in designing and delivering global performance management frameworks, processes and systems.
Strong capability in managing and optimising performance management platforms and enabling tools.
Skilled in change management and enablement, driving adoption of new processes, behaviours and ways of working at scale.
Data-driven mindset, using analytics and insights to measure effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.
Effective stakeholder partner and communicator, with an inclusive approach that promotes equity and supports meaningful performance conversations.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Hybrid working
Welcome free pair of Docs
‘Buy as you Earn’ Share scheme
65% off all Docs
50% off Accessories
Pension Scheme through Aviva
Life Assurance
25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
Private healthcare
2 paid volunteer days per year
READY TO FILL YOUR BOOTS?If you’re excited to own your impact, shape the future of an iconic brand, and grow your career in a place that champions individuality - we’d love to hear from you. Application closing date: Thursday 11th June 2026At Dr. Martens, we are committed to creating an environment in which we can all be our best and bring our authentic selves to work. We encourage applications, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or disability. Diverse and inclusive teams have a positive impact on our brand; helping us to speak authentically to our consumers. We strive to develop a business where our people can thrive and feel empowered to express themselves. Because we believe everyone should feel supported and included whatever their role in the Dr. Martens community. YOUR FUNDAMENTAL QUALITIES It’s never just a job at Dr. Martens. It’s a way of life. We live and breathe our Fundamentals - INTEGRITY. PROFESSIONAL. PASSIONATE. TEAM PLAYERS. They define who we are and how we get the job done. We believe each role is as unique as the person who does it.

Posted 2026-06-03

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