2025年人力资源在高层领导选拔与培养中的作用研究报告（英文版）-CIPD

Role of HR in selecting and developing senior leadersReportJuly 2025The CIPD has been championing better work and working lives for over 100 years. It helps organisations thrive by focusing on their people, supporting our economies and societies. It’s the professional body for HR, L&D, OD and all people professionals – experts in people, work and change. With over 160,000 members globally – and a growing community using its research, insights and learning – it gives trusted advice and offers independent thought leadership. It’s a leading voice in the call for good work that creates value for everyone.1ReportRole of HR in selecting and developing senior leadersContentsIntroduction 31 What is ‘good’ senior leadership? 32 Link between effective senior leadership and organisational outcomes 83 What practices are used to select senior leaders? 104 What practices are used to develop senior leaders? 145 Role of HR in selecting and developing senior leaders 186 Organisational structures and characteristics required 207 Recommendations 222Role of HR in selecting and developing senior leadersAcknowledgementsWe would like to thank the individuals and organisations who took part in the interviews and focus groups:Kelly Angus (Regional Director of Workforce, Training and Education and Chief People Officer, NHS England – North East and Yorkshire & North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB))David Balls (Principal Consultant, Helix People Solutions)Claire Burns (People Director, Abraham Moon & Sons)Janet Campbell (HR Director, Restoration and Renewal Delivery Authority)Jo Carlin (Senior VP HR Europe, Firstsource)Nebel Crowhurst (Chief People Officer, Reward Gateway)Damian McAlister (Chief People Officer, Ulster University)Morven McLean (Head of Global Leadership and Talent Development, Arla Foods)Toria McPhaden (Head People Services, RAF)Rebecca Monk (Chief People Officer, Softcat)Anna Ogilby (People Development Lead, UKHSA)Dean Shoesmith (Chief People Officer, Croydon Council)Sue Swanborough (Interim and Fractional People Director)Malcolm Taylor (Head of Capability and People Development, UKHSA)We also thank Nathan Palmer, Yass Rad and Rachel Lewis from Affinity Health at Work for undertaking the research and drafting this report.Publication informationWhen citing this report, please use the following citation:CIPD. (2025) Role of HR in selecting and developing senior leaders. London: Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.3Role of HR in selecting and developing senior leadersIntroductionGood senior leadership is vital in providing organisations with the right strategic direction and oversight. But what are the skills, capabilities and knowledge that senior leaders should be equipped with? Specific contributions required from senior leaders can depend on context, so senior leaders are expected to take a longer-term perspective, set strategic direction and play a broader role in motivating people, more so than other leaders. To support