Manager, Talent Management (Tech & Digital)

Averis Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic multinational organization in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Talent Management Manager to lead talent development initiatives and implement effective succession planning strategies. The ideal candidate has 7–10 years of experience in Talent Management and strong stakeholder management skills. Responsibilities include managing development programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and driving cultural change. This role offers medical benefits, training opportunities, and the chance for overseas postings.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and optical benefits

Cross-functional training

Learning and development programmes

Exciting recreational opportunities

Opportunities for job rotations

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in Talent Management or Organizational Development.
• Certification in psychometric profiling or talent methodologies is a plus.
• Experience in shared services or digital environments is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual Talent Review cycle and manage Individual Development Plans.
• Design and maintain dashboards for talent metrics.
• Partner with stakeholders to support organizational transformations.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership development

Change management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or related field

Tools

Hogan assessments

MBTI

Kirkpatrick evaluation

Job description

Overview

We are a dynamic and evolving organization, committed to fostering leadership development and creating an inclusive, growth-driven culture.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Management & Succession Planning:

Lead the execution of the annual Talent Review cycle, ensuring effective calibration, identification of High Potential (HiPo) talent, and career development discussions.

Maintain and update succession pipelines for critical roles within Shared Services and Group HR, ensuring a strong talent bench for key positions.

Manage and track Individual Development Plans (IDPs), integrating 70-20-10 development strategies to enhance leadership growth.

Support the refinement of competency models, integrating them into recruitment, performance management, and Learning & Development (L&D) initiatives.

Co-design and deliver leadership development programs for emerging and mid-level leaders, fostering a growth mindset and leadership excellence.

Champion internal mobility and cultivate a coaching culture to ensure continuous leadership pipeline development.

Manage external learning vendors, trainers, and consultants to support capability building across various leadership and talent programs.

Evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs using pre- and post-program evaluations as well as stakeholder feedback.

Change and Culture Enablement:

Partner with key stakeholders to support organizational transformations, ensuring smooth communication, training, and change readiness across the business.

Drive engagement with key initiatives such as talent councils, diversity programs, and employee journeys, promoting an inclusive and feedback-driven culture.

Contribute ideas that sustain a culture of feedback, inclusion, and continuous learning across the organization.

Governance, Analytics & Reporting:

Design and maintain dashboards and reports to track key talent metrics, including succession bench strength, HiPo movement, and program effectiveness.

Ensure all talent management initiatives align with internal policies, governance, and external regulatory requirements.

Leverage psychometric assessments (e.g., Hogan) and other diagnostics to inform talent decisions and enhance leadership effectiveness.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or a related field.

At least 7–10 years of progressive experience in Talent Management, Organizational Development (OD), or Learning & Development (L&D) roles.

Certification in psychometric profiling, coaching, or talent methodologies (e.g., Hogan, MBTI, Kirkpatrick) is a plus.

Experience in shared services, tech & digital, or matrix environments is highly desirable.

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trust and influence senior leadership and employees at all levels.

Excellent facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to lead sessions from town halls to talent council meetings.

High attention to detail and a structured approach to program design, implementation, and evaluation.

Practical knowledge of organizational development tools, career frameworks, and learning interventions.

Resilient, curious, and passionate about fostering people-first cultures in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Application Process

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What’s your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a Talent Management Manager?

Company

Established in 2006, Averis is recognised as a multinational Global Business Services and Solutions provider specialising in Finance & Accounting, Human Resources, IT Project & Operation, Shipping Documentation, Change Management, Recruitment Process Outsourcing, Corporate Function Services, and Digital.

We’re currently headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and have recently expanded to Penang, Dubai, Brazil, and Indonesia. To date, we support our customers across various industries that range from manufacturing to RSPO certified palm and clean and renewable energy.

Perks and Benefits

Medical, dental, and optical benefits
Cross‑functional training
Overseas postings and short‑term secondments
Learning and development programmes
Reward and recognition awards
Exciting recreational & employee engagement opportunities
Opportunities for job rotations
Professional membership subscription fees