Talent Management Consultant

Old Mutual; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to maximizing human capital engagement through innovative talent management strategies. In this dynamic role, you will facilitate the implementation of talent management practices, leveraging data analytics to inform decisions and enhance organizational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with senior management and contribute to the development of tactical HR strategies that drive success. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of talent management in a diverse and inclusive environment, making a real impact on the workforce and organizational culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience with People management technologies and data analytics.
• Relevant postgraduate qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and implement talent management strategy and governance.
• Analyze data and provide insights for effective decision-making.

Skills

Business Requirements Analysis

Data Analysis

Data Management

HR Employee Relations

Human Capital Management Systems

Oral Communications

Education

NQF Level 7 - Degree

Postgraduate Certificate

Tools

Workday

Job description

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity, and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

This role is accountable for facilitating and implementing the talent management strategy, systems, practices, and governance. Within a global framework for talent management, you will maximize human capital engagement by providing the necessary templates, tools, guidance, and materials to support the organization's talent management practices.

Support the Human Capital community to ensure consistent and efficient execution of talent management processes. Analyze relevant data, formulate insights and recommendations to enable decision-making, and conduct ongoing research and trend analysis to evolve talent management practices.

Key Performance Areas

1. Generate insights from talent analytics to inform policy and implementation decisions, measure ROI, and evaluate the effectiveness of talent programs.
2. Provide tools, reporting, and analytics in partnership with People Data Analytics (PDA) or within practice.
3. Ensure benchmarking and peer comparison data are available.
4. Develop and implement the technology roadmap through Workday to enable Talent and Performance Management practices.
5. Coordinate configuration, building, and testing of Workday solutions for the Talent and Performance Management team, ensuring alignment and integration.
6. Work closely with the Workday technical team to communicate talent requirements and ensure quality delivery.
7. Use data and analytics to provide decision-making indicators and reporting.
8. Review, document, and develop processes, tools, and resources to support talent management practices.
9. Provide project and change management support to the team.

Requirements: Skills, Qualifications, Experience

• Relevant qualification; postgraduate level is advantageous.
• Broader experience in talent management, people management technologies, change management, and workforce data analytics is preferable.

Key skills include:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience with People management technologies (e.g., Workday) and data analytics.
• Experience in talent management processes such as reviews, key talent identification, career development, and retention.
• Experience in a center of expertise (COE), particularly group-wide, is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills adaptable to different business and cultural contexts.
• Structured approach to analyzing information and implementing practical solutions.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and provide credible advice.

This role contributes to BU and Segment People Plans, focusing on developing and executing tactical HR strategies to enhance organizational effectiveness. It partners with senior management and may involve managing a small HR team.

Additional Responsibilities

• Policy development and implementation.
• Contributing to HR frameworks and tools across various HR functions.
• Providing HR advice and resolving complex queries.
• Delivering HR data analytics and insights to diagnose issues and improve engagement and performance.
• Managing employee relations cases and supporting managers.
• Developing HR data collection tools and forms.
• Personal development through ongoing education and accreditation.
• Building internal client relationships to deliver high-quality services.

Skills

Business Requirements Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Compilation, Data Interpretation, Data Management, Evaluating Information, Executing Plans, HR Employee Relations, Human Capital Management Systems, Nonprofit Law, Oral Communications, Policies & Procedures, Regulatory Compliance Management

Competencies

Business Insight, Effective Communication, Decision Quality, Engagement, Accountability, Managing Complexity, Work Process Optimization

Education

NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advanced Diploma, or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent

Closing Date

06 May 2025, 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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