(Senior) Development Partner, Industry Human Capital & Leadership

sggovterp; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Enterprise Singapore is seeking a self‑motivated (Senior) Development Partner to drive human capital and leadership transformation for Singapore enterprises. You will work with enterprise leaders, CHROs, government agencies and industry partners to shape programmes, policies and capability building that attract, develop and retain talent.

The role blends enterprise engagement with policy development, stakeholder management, data insights and ecosystem building to influence national human capital

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in human capital or workforce development, HR consulting, leadership development, organizational development, talent management, public policy or programme management, strategy or management consulting.
• Experience engaging with senior leaders (CEOs, CHROs) and managing cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Strong problem‑solving, structured thinking and ownership mindset.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Enterprise Engagement & Advisory: engage enterprises to understand human capital needs and co‑develop solutions.
• Programme Development & Management: design and manage leadership initiatives and governance.
• Research, Data & Insights: analyse workforce data and translate insights into recommendations.
• Ecosystem Building & Stakeholder Management: build partnerships across agencies and industry.

Job description

[What the role is]

Enterprise Singapore is seeking a self-motivated (Senior) Development Partner to drive the human capital and leadership transformation of Singapore enterprises as part of the Industry Resource Division (IRD).

As part of the Industry Human Capital & Leadership (IHCL) team within IRD, you will work directly with enterprise leaders, CHROs, government agencies, industry partners and internal stakeholders to strengthen human capital capabilities, leadership and organisational capabilities. You will shape and deliver programmes, policies and capability-building initiatives that help Singapore enterprises attract, develop and retain talent, build leadership pipelines, and prepare their workforce for future growth.

The role combines enterprise engagement, policy and programme development, stakeholder management, data-driven insights, and ecosystem building. You will have opportunities to influence national human capital initiatives, develop strategic relationships with major local enterprises, and contribute to workforce and leadership development.

[What you will be working on]

Enterprise Engagement & Advisory

• Engage Singapore enterprises, particularly local champions and globalising companies, to understand their human capital, leadership and organisational capability needs.
• Partner CHROs, HR leaders and business leaders to co-develop solutions that support business transformation and growth.
• Facilitate conversations on workforce planning, talent management, leadership development, employer branding, succession planning, AI adoption and future skills needs.

Programme Development & Management

• Design, implement and continuously improve human capital and leadership initiatives such as our Singapore Global Executive Programme (SGEP) flagship enterprise human capital programme.
• Manage programme governance, SOPs, grant frameworks, operational processes and stakeholder communications.
• Monitor programme outcomes and recommend enhancements based on data and stakeholder feedback.

Research, Data & Insights

• Conduct industry research, market sensing and stakeholder engagements to identify emerging human capital challenges and opportunities.
• Analyse survey findings, workforce data and programme outcomes to inform decisions and recommendations.
• Develop executive‑ready reports, management papers, briefing notes and presentations for senior management and external stakeholders.
• Translate complex analyses into clear narratives and actionable insights.

Ecosystem Building & Stakeholder Management

• Build partnerships across government agencies, industry associations, institutes of higher learning, HR practitioners, thought leaders and enterprises.
• Convene and facilitate leadership roundtables, industry consultations, capability‑building workshops and overseas immersion programmes.

[What we are looking for]

Core Competencies

• Strong interest in human capital, talent development, leadership development and enterprise growth.
• Strong problem‑solving and structured thinking capabilities.
• Ability to engage senior leaders, including CEOs, CHROs and business executives.
• Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation and communication skills.
• Strong project management abilities and comfort operating in ambiguity.
• Ability to synthesise data, research and stakeholder insights into practical recommendations.
• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and strong sense of ownership.

Preferred Experience

• 2 or more years' experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Human capital or workforce development
• HR consulting
• Leadership development
• Organisational development
• Talent management
• Public policy or programme management
• Strategy or management consulting
• Enterprise development or account management
• Understanding of Singapore's manpower and economic development landscape is advantageous.

[How We Work Together]

We value individuals who work well with others, communicate clearly, take ownership of their work, and are open to learning and improvement. You should be comfortable navigating change and contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.