human resource Manager_ Talent Development

Job Title: Manager / Senior Manager – Talent Development & Succession Planning

Department: Human Resources

Location: Mumbai

Reporting To: Head – HR

Job Purpose:

To design, implement, and manage talent development frameworks and succession planning strategies to ensure leadership continuity and build a strong internal talent pipeline aligned with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Succession Planning

• Develop and implement a structured succession planning framework across key roles
• Identify critical positions and high-potential (HiPo) employees
• Create succession pipelines and readiness plans
• Conduct talent review discussions with business leaders

2. Talent Identification & Development

• Drive talent assessment processes ( competency mapping, etc.)
• Design Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for identified talent
• Create customized development interventions
• Monitor progress of HiPo employees and leadership pipeline

3. Performance Management Integration

• Align succession planning with performance management systems
• Ensure objective evaluation of employee potential and performance

5. Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with business leaders and functional heads
• Provide insights on talent risks and bench strength
• Influence leadership on talent decisions

6. Data & Analytics

• Track and report key talent metrics (bench strength, readiness levels, attrition of HiPos, etc.)
• Use HR analytics to drive decision-making

7. Policy & Process Development

• Develop policies, frameworks, and SOPs related to talent development and succession
• Ensure best practices and continuous improvement

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of succession planning frameworks
• Talent assessment tools (9-box, psychometrics, competency mapping)
• Leadership development and coaching
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Stakeholder management and influencing skills

Qualifications

• MBA / PGDM in HR or equivalent
• Certifications in Talent Management / OD (preferred)

Experience

• 8–10 years in HR, with at least 4–6 years in Talent Management / OD
• Experience in large or multi-location organizations preferred

Key Deliverables / KPIs:

• Succession coverage for critical roles (%)
• Readiness of successors (ready now / ready later)
• HiPo retention rate
• Leadership pipeline strength
• Effectiveness of development programs

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