Guide | Navigating Your Career in Shared Services and GBS: Skills, AI, and the Future of Work

Guide | Navigating Your Career in Shared Services and GBS: Skills, AI, and the Future of Work

The world of Shared Services and GBS is transforming. What was once seen as a cost-focused, back-office function is now at the centre of enterprise transformation, AI adoption, and value creation. But as this shift accelerates, one critical question emerges for leaders: are your people equipped for what comes next?

This exclusive career guide is your essential reading for leaders who want to future-proof their workforce, build stronger talent pipelines, and stay competitive in the agentic AI era. Backed by real-world insights from industry leaders:

1. Marcel Mertens, Head of Strategic Sourcing and Partner Management, ABN AMRO

2. Ana Martins, Head of Global Business Services, Lisbon Site Lead, Syensqo

3. Natalie Goffin, Head of People Solutions, Takeda

This guide goes beyond theory to explore how careers are evolving, and what that means for your organisation. For GBS and Shared Services leaders, this isn’t just about individual career growth; it’s about ensuring your function has the right skills, mindset, and leadership capabilities to deliver strategic impact in the years ahead.

Download this guide to learn more about:

  • How AI is reshaping roles and skills, and what your teams need to stay relevant
  • The critical capabilities driving progression from operational roles to strategic leadership
  • How to build a future-ready GBS talent strategy that delivers long-term enterprise value

As the pressure to do more with less intensifies, the organisations that win will be those that invest in people, skills, and adaptability. Don’t get left behind, download the full guide now and start building your future-ready GBS workforce.