Head Talent Management

Job Purpose

The Head of Talent Management is responsible for driving the company's talent strategy, leadership development, learning & development, and overall talent management. This role focuses on fostering a high-performance culture, enhancing employee engagement, and developing initiatives that align with the company's strategic goals. The position will play a critical role in ensuring the organization attracts, develops, and retains top talent while continuously improving workplace productivity and effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Management:

1. Develop and implement talent management strategies to attract, retain, and develop high-potential employees.
2. Develop, implement and facilitate mobility initiatives to aid employees' professional growth while aligning to business needs.
3. Create and oversee succession planning frameworks and implementation of effective interventions for succession readiness to ensure business continuity.
4. Establish and refine competency frameworks to align with organizational needs.
5. Utilize HR analytics to assess talent gaps and workforce planning.
6. Act as Secretariat to Talent Council.

Learning & Development:

1. Design and oversee employee learning and development initiatives and setup a state-of-the-art Sime Darby Property Learning Academy, ensuring alignment with future business needs.
2. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and refine them based on feedback and performance outcomes.
3. Design upskilling and reskilling initiatives to produce a future-ready workforce.
4. Foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and high performance through structured programs.

Leadership Development:

1. Lead the annual Succession Review exercise to manage succession risks for critical roles.
2. Lead the development planning and assessment exercise for successors and C-suites to help strengthen readiness for more complex roles.
3. Foster leadership capabilities through executive coaching and mentorship initiatives.
4. Promote a leadership culture that aligns with Sime Darby Property's Employee Value Proposition and TEAM Values.
5. Provide guidance and support to leadership on cultural and behavioral shifts to align with TEAM values.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in HR, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in talent management, learning & development, or leadership development.
3. Proven track record in designing and implementing leadership development and change management initiatives.
4. Strong knowledge of HR best practices and talent management strategies.
5. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
6. Data-driven mindset with experience in HR analytics and reporting.