Senior Manager, Talent Management & Training

Aeon Credit Service; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a Senior Manager, Talent Management & Training. The role involves leading Talent Management and Training functions, designing strategic initiatives for succession planning, and developing leadership programs. The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of HR experience, with a strong background in Talent Management. This position offers opportunities to influence organizational development and enhance the leadership pipeline.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience.
• At least 5 years in Talent Management or Organizational Development.
• Proven track record in succession planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Talent Management and Training teams.
• Design and implement a Talent Management strategy.
• Drive Succession Planning process for leadership roles.
• Develop leadership development and coaching programs.
• Partner with HR to embed talent practices into workforce planning.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership development

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Senior Manager, Talent Management & Training

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior Manager to lead our Talent Management and Training functions. This role is critical in shaping the organization’s leadership pipeline and driving impactful learning initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in end-to-end Talent Management and Succession Planning, with a proven track record of identifying, developing, and retaining key talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Talent Management and Training teams, providing strategic direction, coaching, and performance oversight.
• Design and implement a holistic Talent Management strategy, including talent identification, development, and retention frameworks aligned with business priorities.
• Drive a robust Succession Planning process to ensure a strong leadership pipeline for critical roles, including competency gap analysis and targeted development plans.
• Develop and oversee leadership development, mentoring, and coaching programs to accelerate readiness of high-potential talent.
• Partner with key senior management and HRBPs to embed talent practices into workforce planning and organizational development efforts.
• Oversee the design and delivery of learning programs that are scalable, data-driven, and aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead training needs assessments and ensure continuous improvement of learning content based on feedback and performance metrics.
• Lead the team to manage the performance management cycle, including KPI setting, performance reviews, and 360° feedback processes.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of talent and learning initiatives, providing data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to continuously enhance program impact and alignment with business goals.
• Manage departmental budgets and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to enhance program delivery and innovation.

Job Requirements

• At least Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in Talent Management or Organizational Development.
• Demonstrated success in designing and executing succession planning and leadership development strategies.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior leadership levels.
• Experience leading teams and managing cross-functional projects.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.