About Gallagher 

At Gallagher, our purpose is to protect what matters most, and that extends from innovative technology to the wellbeing of our people. Our Animal Management division empowers farming, agriculture, and land management around the globe with cutting-edge solutions that lead the industry. With a presence in over 160 countries—including the UK, Europe, New Zealand, Australia, North America, Asia, and Africa—we offer extraordinary career pathways with a global impact.

Lead Animal Management Teams for a Global Impact

Ready to champion people and performance in the world’s leading animal management technology business? In this pivotal, people-centred leadership role, you’ll empower teams across our Animal Management group to grow, succeed, and deliver on ambitious strategic objectives.

Reporting to the Chief People Officer (with a dotted line to the Chief Executive of Animal Management), you’ll work closely with operational, commercial, and technology leaders to drive capability, culture, and engagement across geographically diverse teams. Your efforts will directly support our growth in core areas such as sustainable agriculture, product development, and customer experience.

Key Responsibilities — People Leadership & Organisational Development 

• Champion a strong, inclusive culture—fostering belonging, wellbeing, and high performance.
• Guide, coach, and develop leaders and team members across the Animal Management group worldwide.
• Lead initiatives in talent management, organisational design, succession planning, and employee engagement.
• Partner with business leaders to implement people strategies aligned with Animal Management’s commercial direction.
• Facilitate change management and continuous improvement—driving innovative, future-focused ways of working.
• Provide expertise on resolving employee relations matters, always ensuring a fair, consistent approach.
• Oversee compliance with employment law, Gallagher policies, and industry best practice.

What You’ll Bring — Leadership Skills & Experience

• Proven success in a senior People/HR leadership role, ideally in animal management, agriculture, food production, manufacturing, or technology sectors.
• Expert facilitator, mentor and coach—adept at supporting leaders through change and growth.
• Experience shaping and executing people strategies in complex, matrix, or global environments.
• Track record of driving high engagement and building resilient, diverse teams.
• Passion for innovative, future-ready HR practices with a bias for action and continuous improvement.
• Working knowledge of employment legislation in the NZ/AU, internationally is advantageous.
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills, with a collaborative, solutions-focused approach.

Why Join Gallagher Animal Management?

• Be part of a purpose-led company redefining the future of agriculture and animal management.
• Global influence—connect and collaborate with teams worldwide.
• Outstanding opportunities for career growth and professional development on the international stage.
• Flexible working, supportive team culture, and a strong commitment to work-life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits including staff discounts, wellbeing initiatives, and ongoing learning opportunities.

Apply—Shape the Future of Animal Management & People Leadership

Join Gallagher and make a meaningful impact at the heart of innovation, sustainability, and people engagement. If you’re passionate about nurturing talent, driving positive change, and helping teams thrive, we want to hear from you. Apply now to lead the way in global Animal Management at Gallagher.