Talent Development Manager, Trainee Programs & Leadership

OOCL; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

OOCL in Hong Kong is seeking a senior talent development professional to lead trainee development initiatives and partner with HQ and global HR teams to implement programmes. You will drive an integrated talent management approach, oversee trainee recruitment, succession planning, and post-program development, and support leadership pipelines through global programmes and budget-conscious delivery.

Applicants should have a degree in Business Administration or HR and at least five years in talent

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related disciplines.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in talent management or talent development at headquarters or regional level, preferably in MNCs.
• Solid experience administering talent programs and people development–related initiatives, including trainee programmes and/or succession planning.
• Exposure to talent acquisition activities is an advantage.
• Strong achievement drive with analytical, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese; fluent in Putonghua.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver people development initiatives, including e-learning, functional training, and trainee development programs in collaboration with HQ and global HR teams.
• Lead the implementation of trainee development interventions; partner with HR Account Servicing team to manage trainee programs and support trainees’ ongoing development.
• Drive an integrated talent management approach covering trainee recruitment, talent development, succession planning, and post-program development support.
• Support talent review processes by identifying high-potential employees, building talent pools, and designing individualized development plans.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Company-wide talent management frameworks, competency models, and dual career pathways aligned with long-term business objectives.
• Support the rollout and execution of global leadership programs and talent initiatives to strengthen leadership pipeline.
• Manage training budgets and resource allocation and ensure cost-effective execution of development initiatives.
• Prepare management reports & analysis.
• Handle new projects and ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

English and Chinese proficiency

Putonghua

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related disciplines

Job description

OOCL in Hong Kong is seeking a senior talent development professional to lead trainee development initiatives and partner with HQ and global HR teams to implement programmes. You will drive an integrated talent management approach, oversee trainee recruitment, succession planning, and post-program development, and support leadership pipelines through global programmes and budget-conscious delivery.

Applicants should have a degree in Business Administration or HR and at least five years in talent