Talent Management Lead

Job Title: Talent Management Lead

Department: Human Resources / Talent Management
Reports to: Executive Director Talent Management
Experience Required: 8 to 10 years
Location: Pune/ Gurugram

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Talent Management professional with 8-10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in Talent Management, Leadership Development, or OD. The role will focus on succession planning, leadership development, organizational development, and stakeholder engagement to build a high-performing and future-ready workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Strategy & Planning

• Design and execute talent management strategies to strengthen organizational capability and talent pipelines.
• Partner with business leaders and HRBPs to assess workforce needs and align talent initiatives with organizational goals.
• Lead workforce planning, succession planning, and critical role identification to ensure business continuity.

Succession Planning & Leadership Development

• Drive succession planning frameworks for critical leadership roles.
• Implement leadership development programs and interventions for mid-to-senior-level talent.
• Coach and mentor high-potential employees to prepare them for future leadership roles.

Organizational Development & Change Management

• Partner with leadership on OD initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness, culture, and employee engagement.
• Lead change management efforts for new business initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption and alignment.
• Drive capability-building initiatives to support business transformation and growth.

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing insights on talent readiness and workforce trends.
• Collaborate with global and regional HR teams to ensure consistency and alignment in talent initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with external partners for assessments, leadership programs, and OD interventions.

Performance & Analytics

• Utilize talent analytics to measure program effectiveness and inform decision-making.

• Regularly review talent dashboards and succession pipelines to address gaps proactively.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 8–10 years of HR experience with a strong focus on talent management, leadership development, and OD.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing succession planning and leadership development frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior leadership levels.
• Experience in change management and organizational transformation projects.
• Postgraduate degree in HR, Organizational Psychology, or related field preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic mindset with the ability to link talent initiatives to business outcomes.
• Proficiency in IT systems including BI tool, Success Factor, Talent Management tools
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and leadership development skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Analytical skills with the ability to leverage data for decision-making.
• High adaptability and ability to work in a matrix/global environment.