Group Head of Talent

Job Description

Our client is a leading global player in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector renowned for its commitment to innovation quality and sustainable growth. With a significant international presence they are dedicated to fostering a dynamic and engaging work environment where talent is nurtured developed and empowered to drive business success. They pride themselves on a culture that values integrity teamwork and a forward-thinking approach to talent management.

Are you a visionary leader passionate about shaping the future of talent within a thriving global organization This is a unique opportunity to spearhead strategic talent management initiatives for a prominent FMCG leader. You will be instrumental in cultivating a high-performance culture driving employee development and ensuring the organization has the leadership pipeline to meet its ambitious goals. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact by designing and implementing innovative programs that attract develop and retain top talent across the group. You will partner closely with senior leadership acting as a key strategic advisor to the commercial business segment and play a pivotal role in special projects that shape the future of human capital.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Talent Management: Develop and execute a comprehensive group-wide talent management strategy aligned with business objectives focusing on talent acquisition development engagement and retention.
Leadership Development: Design and implement robust leadership development programs to cultivate a strong pipeline of future leaders across all levels of the organization.
Learning & Development: Oversee the creation and delivery of impactful learning and development initiatives including training programs career pathing and e-learning platforms to foster continuous skill enhancement and career growth.
Succession Planning: Establish and manage a proactive succession planning framework to identify and prepare high-potential employees for critical roles ensuring business continuity and leadership readiness.
Employee Engagement & Retention: Drive initiatives focused on enhancing employee engagement and implementing effective retention strategies to cultivate a positive and productive work environment.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI): Champion the development and implementation of global DEI programs and frameworks ensuring alignment with legal requirements and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
Skills Development: Oversee adherence to relevant skills development legislation and drive global skills development programs to support workforce growth and business objectives.
Recognition Programs: Develop and manage formal recognition programs to acknowledge and reward employee contributions and achievements.
Strategic Business Partnership: Act as a strategic business partner to the commercial segment providing expert advice and support on all talent-related matters.
Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders influencing and driving the adoption of talent management strategies.

Requirements:

Must-Haves:

Bachelors degree in Human Capital Business Administration or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive corporate experience in Human Capital or related functions with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity preferably within talent management.
Proven track record of developing and implementing successful talent management strategies in a large multinational organization.
Expertise in building a culture that attracts and retains engaged high-performing talent.
Exceptional communication interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to engage and manage diverse stakeholders.
Strong strategic thinking analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate teams effectively.
Experience with workforce analytics and forecasting talent needs.
Familiarity with key labor legislation (e.g. Skills Development Act Employment Equity Act).

Nice-to-Haves:

Masters degree in a relevant field.
CIPA or SHRM certified Professional (SHRM-CP).
Experience within a regulated industry.
Experience with global DEI and skills development programs.