Talent Management Executive Manager

Talent Management Executive Manager

Position Summary:

Lead and drive talent management strategies to attract, develop, and retain top-tier talent aligned with the organization's strategic goals. Spearhead initiatives in workforce planning, leadership development and succession planning, ensuring strong bench strength and readiness for future business needs. Works with business and Human Resources Business Partners to establish, lead and manage the implementation of the talent framework and approach within the assigned area.

Key Accountabilities :

1.Talent Strategy & Framework

• Design, implement, and continuously refine a robust talent management framework that supports business goals and aligns with industry standards.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and HR Business Partners to identify competency gaps and define key talent profiles (e.g., potential leaders, critical roles).

2.Leadership Pipeline & Succession Planning

• Develop and oversee leadership development programs for high-potential employees and sucessors.
• Implement succession planning processes for critical roles.

3.Talent Acquisition Alignment

• Though primarily focused on development, collaborate with TA to build robust talent pipelines and ensure alignment between acquisition and development strategies via the buy, build and borrow talent framework.

4.Stakeholder Management

• Serve as a strategic HR Talent Advisor to business unit leaders.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies, employment laws, and internal standards.

5.Talent Analytics & Reporting

• Utilize HR analytics to track key talent metrics (e.g., retention, engagement, internal mobility, development outcomes & successes materialization) and translate insights into action.
• Provide regular reports and recommendations to senior management.

6. Governance Reporting

• Prepare quarterly nomination reports where required for senior stakeholders and board of directors.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 5-10 years in Human Resources, with at least 3-5 years in talent management, leadership development, or HR business partnering within the insurance or financial services industry.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in Excel - ability to draw pivot data, conduct data analysis and draw insights and/or data story-telling
• Ability to conceptualize, draw framework and ideas
• Excellent execution, presentation and deployment skills
• At least 5 - 7 years of experience in Talent Management
• Must have experience in conducting Talent Reviews Succession planning exercise
• Drive engagement activities with High Potentials etc
• Excellent analytical skills for talent data interpretation and decision-making.
• Strategic mindset with a talent-centric business orientation.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement with Senior Leaders, communication (English and Bahasa Malaysia), and influencing skills.
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, and running developmental programs.
• Understanding of Malaysian employment law and HR best practices.

At Zurich we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity and Inclusion. We want you to bring your whole self to work we have a diverse mix of customers, and we want our employee base to reflect that.

Our diversity and inclusion initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of protected characteristics.

With the above in mind, we accept applications from everyone regardless of your background, beliefs, or culture.

We are committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities. Zurich is passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity.

So, make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.

You are the heart & soul of Zurich!

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right We highly value the experience and know-how of our employees and offer a wide range of opportunities across business areas to encourage you to apply for new opportunities within Zurich when you are ready for your next career step. We're proud to have earned Great Place To Work Certification. Our company culture is our top priority! #GPTWcertified

Let's continue to grow together!

Location(s): MY - Kuala Lumpur
Schedule: Full Time
Recruiter name: Jesreena Kaur