Talent Development SEE Manager

Role Purpose
As Talent and Development Lead, you identify and develop employee skills, design and deliver talent initiatives, support leadership capability and succession planning, and promote a culture of continuous learning. You ensure alignment between area needs and regional Talent priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Strategy and Programs

• Develop and implement the Talent Management Strategy aligned with the Evolved People Plan.
• Collaborate with the Region COE and HR teams to understand capability needs and define future skills.
• Design, deliver and evaluate training and development programs to address skill gaps and build a strong leadership pipeline.
• Support employee growth through structured learning pathways and targeted development actions.

Talent Review and Succession Planning

• Coordinate the full Talent Review process across the area, ensuring consistency in local reviews.
• Consolidate outputs for leadership discussions and ensure follow up with High Potential individuals.
• Focus on diversity, gender balance, succession depth and mobility opportunities.
• Increase visibility and support the development of technical expert talent, preparing business cases for further initiatives.

Performance and Learning Processes

• Lead performance management activities in the area, ensuring application of group guidance to strengthen a performance culture.
• Support global Talent and Learning initiatives including LMS, leadership and manager training programs, and digital learning tools.

Data, Alignment and Communication

• Use data and analytics to assess program effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities.
• Ensure alignment of talent development activities with area and global priorities.
• Participate in L and D networks and contribute to shared projects.
• Communicate talent practices clearly to managers and employees to reinforce understanding and engagement.
• Stay updated on best practices and emerging trends in talent management and development.

Skills and Experience

• Strategic thinking and the ability to connect talent initiatives to business priorities.
• Strong communication skills and a growth mindset.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with HR teams, business leaders, group functions and external partners.
• Experience in designing and delivering learning programs and familiarity with assessment tools.
• Budget planning, cost management and supplier negotiation skills.
• Proactive, flexible and pragmatic approach; experience in a matrix environment.

Success Factors

• Ability to build strong and trusted relationships with managers at all levels.
• Influencing skills and the ability to challenge constructively.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Problem solving attitude and ability to work autonomously while keeping stakeholders informed.