Talent and Development Manager

Ericsson; Reading; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson in the United Kingdom (Reading) is seeking a Talent and Development Manager to drive strategic talent initiatives across the CSS function within EMEA. This maternity-cover FTC role focuses on leadership development, succession, performance, and culture, translating global T&D into CSS-specific solutions that deliver measurable outcomes.

You will collaborate with Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, and global T&D SMEs to align priorities, drive data-informed decisions, and embed a growth

Qualifications

• Proven expertise with knowledge of Talent Management topics.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with credibility to partner with senior leaders.
• Clear and engaging communication skills to inspire, influence and mobilize leaders and teams.
• Ability to design innovative, evidence-based solutions beyond mainstream approaches.
• Comfortable working at both strategic and operational levels with a consultative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Act as the single point of contact for CSS Talent Management.
• Translate global and local T&D processes into CSS-specific solutions delivering measurable outcomes.
• Partner with Total Rewards (TR) and Talent Acquisition (TA) for integration and consistency.
• Collaborate with global T&D SMEs to align with global strategies and CSS unit priorities.

Skills

Talent management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Collaboration across geographies

Job description

Talent and Development Manager

At Ericsson, we believe our people are the engine of innovation and progress. Talent & Development (T&D) Unit is central to building a future-ready workforce and a high-performing, inclusive culture across EMEA.

Grow with us

Talent and Development Manager

At Ericsson, we believe our people are the engine of innovation and progress. Talent & Development (T&D) Unit is central to building a future-ready workforce and a high-performing, inclusive culture across EMEA.

This is more than a development function — it’s a strategic opportunity to accelerate talent, strengthen leadership and embed a culture of continuous growth that drives business transformation. If you’re passionate about unlocking human potential and helping people learn, grow, and lead — this is where you can make an impact.

FTC – 9-12 months (Maternity cover)

What You Will Do

In this role, you will:

Act as the single point of contact for CSS Talent Management

• Represent CSS in all relevant Talent Management topics, including Career Enablement, Leadership Development, Performance Management, Succession Management, Culture, and Employee Engagement.
• Translate global and local T&D processes and programs into CSS-specific solutions that address unit needs and deliver measurable outcomes.

Collaborate and align across the business

• Partner with Total Rewards (TR) and Talent Acquisition (TA) to ensure integration and consistency across initiatives.
• Work closely with relevant global T&D SMEs to leverage best practices and ensure alignment with global strategies.
• Understand CSS-specific strategic development needs and partner with the relevant T&D colleagues to ensure development solutions align with the CSS unit strategy and EMEA priorities.

What You Will Bring

• Proven expertise with knowledge of Talent Management topics.
• Proactive and accountable, driving the right course of action with passion and fact-based decision-making.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the credibility to partner effectively with senior leaders and global stakeholders.
• Clear and engaging communication skills to inspire, influence, and mobilize leaders and teams.
• Ability to design innovative, impactful and evidence-based solutions that go beyond mainstream approaches.
• Comfortable working at both strategic and operational levels, combining a consultative mindset with hands‑on execution.
• Curious and analytical, able to interpret talent data, identify trends and make evidence‑based decisions.
• Skilled at building credibility and rapport across diverse senior stakeholders.
• Collaborative and experienced in working across geographies, functions and disciplines within a matrix environment.
• Highly organized and structured, with an enterprise‑wide perspective.
• Committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, embedding these principles in all talent strategies.

FTC – 9-12 months (Maternity cover)

Join our Team

About this opportunity

At Ericsson, we're seeking a forward-thinking People Subject Matter Expert who can not only identify emerging trends and business needs but also respond with innovative solutions. This exciting role involves strategizing, developing, and implementing policies, processes, and tools in conjunction with global suppliers. At Ericsson, we value consistency and globalization, making this a unique opportunity for an expert who is prepared to offer informed advice.

What you will do:

• Understand business needs to develop SME strategies, global processes, policies and directives.
• Define measurements and control methods to track strategy implementation using OKRs and other techniques.
• Assist in the communication of SME strategy by developing effective communication approaches and assets.
• Define the deployment plan for people solutions, drive and monitor implementation while managing any deviations.
• Initiate corrective actions and improvements when necessary.
• Stay updated with industry knowledge to continually build subject matter expertise.

The skills you bring

• Process Management.
• Strategic Leadership.
• Performance Analytics.
• Communication.
• HR processes and disciplines.
• Strategy development and planning.
• Business Acumen.
• Technology Solutions.
• Business Understanding.
• Business Case.
• Data Analysis.
• Business Partnering.
• Storytelling.
• Innovation Management.
• Project management.

Why join Ericsson?

At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

What happens once you apply?

Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.

Primary country and city:

United Kingdom (GB) || Reading