Regional Talent Partner US

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany; Burlington (MA); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck KGaA is seeking a Talent & Learning Partner to align global talent strategy with local impact across six clusters, shaping learning programs that are relevant and measurable. You will bridge global strategy with regional realities to ensure world‑class programs land consistently and drive tangible outcomes.

In this role you will roll out standards, identify critical roles for cross‑sector mobility, and build succession pipelines in partnership with Talent Acquisition and HR.

Qualifications

• Led projects in a matrixed, cross‑functional setting with measurable results.
• Designed or implemented regional/global change initiatives.
• Delivered workshops or learning programs for diverse audiences.
• Applied AI tools with attention to ethics, privacy, bias.

Responsibilities

• Roll out global talent and learning strategy across six clusters.
• Identify critical positions for cross‑sector mobility.
• Build succession pipelines with Talent Acquisition and HR partners.
• Advise top talents with development actions and resources.
• Maintain talent visibility through local/global programs.
• Use data to diagnose gaps and measure impact.
• Own cluster learning portfolio design and implementation.
• Support Global Development Week rollout.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Change management

Facilitation

AI tools awareness

Education

Master’s degree in HR/Organizational Development

Tools

Learning management systems

Talent technology platforms

Job description

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Location: Greater Boston, MA, USA (Burlington)

Work Model: Hybrid - 3 days per week on-site at our Burlington, MA office

Travel: Less than 20%, International and Domestic

Your Role

At the intersection of global strategy and local impact, this role offers a rare opportunity to shape how talent grows across a science and technology company operating at a global scale. As a Talent & Learning Partner, you will serve as the critical bridge between global talent and learning strategy and the realities of six regional clusters - Germany, China, the US, EMEA, APAC, and the Americas - ensuring that world-class programs land with consistency, relevance, and measurable impact. You will co‑shape global solutions by bringing cluster perspectives to the table, adapt program rollouts to local realities without compromising the integrity of the core design, and act as a trusted advisor to HR communities, critical talents, and senior leaders on all talent‑related topics.

In This Role, You Will

• Roll out global talent and learning strategy, standards, and solutions across six clusters, ensuring consistency in high potential management, succession management, and learning.
• Identify critical positions for cross‑sector mobility at the cluster level, drive alignment across sectors, and facilitate cross‑sector movement.
• Build and strengthen internal succession pipelines for cluster‑level critical positions in close partnership with Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners.
• Act as a dedicated talent advisor to the top 20 to 30 identified critical talents in the cluster, maintaining individualized connections, driving development actions, and supporting navigation through talent and learning resources.
• Build visibility and exposure for cluster‑level critical talents through local and global talent activities, fostering cross‑sector career moves and maintaining a searchable talent pool.
• Use data to diagnose talent development gaps, engage stakeholders to design and deliver targeted solutions, and measure impact.
• Own the cluster learning portfolio design, ensuring alignment with global strategy, and lead customized learning solution design and implementation across all six clusters.
• Advise on the rollout of Global Development Week across all six clusters.

Basic / Minimum Qualifications

• Led projects across a matrixed, cross‑functional environment with demonstrated delivery of results
• Designed or implemented change management initiatives in a regional or global organizational context
• Facilitated workshops, training sessions, or talent programs for diverse, cross‑cultural audiences
• Applied AI tools or technologies in a professional context, including awareness of ethical considerations such as bias, fairness, or data privacy

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Experience working across multiple global clusters or regions within a large, complex organization.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build trust across levels and geographies
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to operate effectively across cultures
• Coaching certification or demonstrated coaching experience with senior professionals.
• Familiarity with talent technology platforms and learning management systems.
• Genuine curiosity about people’s careers and development, with strong listening skills and a human‑centered approach.

Pay Range for this position:

$113,300.00 - $195,400.00

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job‑related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance‑based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.

US Equal Employment Opportunities

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

What we offer:

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!