Lead, Talent Development

Build the foundation, not just maintain programmes

We are hiring a Lead, Talent Development to take ownership of a critical standalone function and strengthen Talent Development capability across the organisation.

This is a 2-year contract role, subject to renewal.

This is not a role for someone who prefers to inherit a mature setup.

This role is suited to someone who is comfortable operating as a standalone individual contributor, enjoys building from a low-structure starting point, and has the maturity to design, implement, and strengthen Talent Development foundations in a structured and governance-heavy environment.

You will be expected to work hands-on, build credibility quickly, and move practical work forward without excessive support or over-engineering.

What you will be doing

You will take the lead on foundational Talent Development work across the organisation, including:

• shaping and strengthening Talent Development frameworks and processes
• identifying capability needs and translating them into practical development plans
• designing and driving core learning and development initiatives
• partnering stakeholders across the organisation to improve development effectiveness
• supporting a more structured and consistent approach to capability-building
• contributing to system, process, and policy alignment where relevant
• helping stabilise and strengthen the Talent Development function before broader optimisation

What we are looking for

You should bring:

• at least 6 years of relevant Talent Development / Learning & Development experience
• stronger consideration if you are in the 8 to 10 year range
• proven ability to design and build, not just coordinate or administer
• experience working in medium-sized or larger organisations, or similarly complex environments
• comfort working as a hands-on standalone contributor
• ability to operate well in environments where structure is still being strengthened
• a pragmatic, grounded approach with good judgment and low ego
• confidence engaging stakeholders and moving work forward in a structured environment

• have personally built or strengthened Talent Development frameworks, programmes, or processes
• are comfortable laying foundations before moving into optimisation or transformation
• can work with ambiguity without needing constant direction
• are practical and delivery-focused, not overly theoretical
• are motivated by building something useful and durable

• are mainly from HR Operations, HRBP, or training coordination backgrounds
• have been focused more on support, scheduling, or administration than design ownership
• prefer highly resourced teams or inherited structures
• are looking primarily for a strategic transformation role without hands-on groundwork
• are likely to be frustrated by a stabilisation-heavy build phase

Why consider this opportunity

This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in strengthening an important people capability area from the ground up.

You will have the scope to shape, build, and improve the Talent Development foundation in a meaningful way, with real ownership and visibility.

If you are someone who values practical impact, is willing to build before optimising, and has the maturity to work independently in a structured environment, this could be a strong fit.

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EA Personnel: Ben Chang