Senior Manager - Talent Management

Black Pearl Consult; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Pearl Consult in the UAE seeks a Senior Manager - HR Talent Management to design and implement innovative talent strategies from the ground up, reporting to the VP of HR.

The role covers talent acquisition and development, performance and policy development, leadership programs, change management, and data-driven reporting to senior leadership, with a focus on retention and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in HR with 3-5 years in talent management/organizational development.
• Experience in power, energy EPC or multinational companies.
• Strong leadership and strategic influencing abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage projects from concept to completion.

Responsibilities

• Identify, attract, and develop top talent through recruitment and development programs.
• Design and implement performance management systems aligned with goals.
• Write and implement talent management policies and processes.
• Develop retention programs including succession planning and employee engagement initiatives.
• Lead leadership development initiatives and change management.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure HR strategy aligns with business needs.
• Provide regular data analysis and reporting to executives.

Skills

Talent management

Leadership development

Performance management

Change management

Strategic HR

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 12/23/2025

Black Pearl is partnering with a renowned organization in the UAE, seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager - HR Talent Management to join their growing team. This is a stand-alone role, reporting directly to the VP of HR, where the successful candidate will be expected to develop and implement innovative talent management strategies from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities:

• Talent Acquisition & Development: Identify, attract, and develop top talent for the organization through effective recruitment strategies, onboarding, and continuous employee development programs.
  
• Performance Management: Design and implement performance management systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering a culture of high performance.
  
• Policy & Process Creation: Write and implement talent management policies and processes to ensure consistency, efficiency, and alignment with best practices.
  
• Talent Retention: Develop and execute programs that ensure top performers are retained, including career development opportunities, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
  
• Leadership Development: Create programs to nurture high-potential employees into leadership roles within the organization.
  
• Change Management: Support HR initiatives and lead efforts in managing organizational change, including implementing programs that support a positive workplace culture and employee satisfaction.
  
• Employee Training & Development: Work closely with the Learning & Development teams to create and implement training programs that align with the company’s objectives and foster professional growth.
  
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Provide regular reports and updates to senior leadership on the status of talent management programs, including metrics on recruitment, development, and retention.
  
• Collaboration: Partner with senior leadership and other departments to understand business needs and ensure that HR strategies align with organizational goals.
  

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you need to meet the following criteria:

• Experience: At least 10 years of work experience, with 3-5 years in a managerial role within talent management, performance management, or organizational development.
  
• Industry Background: Experience in power, energy, EPC, or multinational companies is ideal.
  
• Strong understanding of HR policies, practices, and procedures, particularly in talent management.
  
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful talent management programs.
  
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and influence at all levels of the organization.
  
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and manage projects from concept to completion.
  
• Location: The candidate should be based in the UAE.
  

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned HR professional with expertise in talent management to shape and influence the talent strategies of a forward-thinking organization.

Note that Black Pearl does not charge any of its candidates. It's illegal to charge candidates a recruitment fee in the UAE.