Head Talent Management & OD (Financial Services)

Michael Page; Gurgaon; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for professional growth

Comprehensive benefits including wellness programmes

Job summary

A mid-sized financial services firm located in Gurgaon is looking for a Head of Talent Management and Organizational Development. This role involves providing strategic advice to senior leadership, leading talent management initiatives, and designing OD interventions. The ideal candidate should possess a postgraduate degree in HR or Business Administration and have over 12 years of experience in the financial sector. Attractive benefits and opportunities for professional growth are offered in this inclusive work culture.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in talent management and organizational development.
• Proven expertise in financial services sector.
• Experience in leading COE models.
• Strong knowledge of retail banking HR practices.
• Experience setting up or leading a COE model.
• Experience designing and implementing leadership development programmes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on talent and organisational development.
• Lead the Talent Management COE and drive development frameworks.
• Design OD interventions to enhance effectiveness and culture.
• Establish competency models, role frameworks, and HiPo programs.
• Partner with business and HRBPs to develop talent analytics, engagement strategies, and performance enhancement initiatives.
• Drive leadership programs, assessment centers, and learning journeys to develop future leaders.
• Build and institutionalize people practices aligned to growth, digital evolution, and workforce agility.
• Serve as a strategic advisor on culture, structure, and transformation initiatives.

Skills

Talent Management

Organizational Development

HR Analytics

Leadership Development

Analytical Skills

Education

Postgraduate degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Job description

• Work directly with senior leadership on high-impact transformation initiatives
• Build and shape people practices for a fast-evolving, growth-stage organization

About Our Client

This is an opportunity to work with a well-established organisation in the financial services industry, specifically in retail banking and loans. The company is a mid-sized firm with a focus on delivering innovative solutions and fostering a culture of excellence.

Job Description

• Provide strategic advice to senior leadership on talent and organisational development matters.
• Lead the Talent Management COE, driving frameworks for capability building, succession planning, leadership development, and career architecture
• Design and implement OD interventions to strengthen culture, organizational effectiveness, and change readiness
• Establish competency models, role frameworks, and high‑potential (HiPo) programs
• Partner with business and HRBPs to develop talent analytics, engagement strategies, and performance enhancement initiatives
• Drive leadership programs, assessment centers, and learning journeys to develop future leaders
• Build and institutionalize people practices aligned to growth, digital evolution, and workforce agility
• Serve as a strategic advisor on culture, structure, and transformation initiatives

The Successful Applicant

A successful Head of Talent Management and Organizational Development should have:

• A postgraduate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. (12+ Years of experience)
• Proven expertise in talent management and organisational development within financial services.
• Strong knowledge of retail banking and loans providers' HR practices.
• Demonstrated experience setting up or leading a COE model
• Experience in designing and implementing leadership development programmes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to address workforce challenges.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package based on industry standards.
• Opportunities for professional growth and exposure to strategic HR initiatives.
• Inclusive and supportive company culture fostering innovation and excellence.
• Comprehensive benefits, including leave policies and wellness programmes.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to make a significant impact in the financial services sector in New Delhi. If you meet the requirements, we encourage you to apply.