Regional Head of Talent Development recruitment

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Talent Management and Development professional, who will be responsible for working with the business to deliver solutions that build competitive advantage, enhance organisational performance and enable realisation of the business strategy through people.

Based in Dubai, this position will have regional oversight of 21 countries and will report to the Global Head of Talent Development, with a matrix reporting line to the Head of Human Resources for Central Region.

Specific responsibilities will include:

• Driving the talent management and development processes to build leadership and business capability
• Delivering the 5 year people strategy and maximising organisational and workforce performance now and into the future
• Directing organisational learning and development initiatives which underpin and embed the organisation’s culture
• Implementing and driving global strategies, ensuring understanding and effective local delivery of all talent initiatives
                  - Performance management cycle – goals, assessment, development, evaluation
                 - Succession management planning
                 - Diversity and Inclusion programs
                 - Graduate programs
                 - Learning curriculums
                 - Career ladder and paths for development
                  - Talent Tools and technology
• Partnering with Regional HRBP Business leaders on talent identification and development and on all talent initiative implementations
• Assessing the Talent Centre Of Expertise to implement modern and effective structures and deliverables
• Managing regional and country Talent and Training resources
• Facilitating and driving employee engagement plans to sustain a motivated and engaged workforce.
• Providing change management and employee communication coaching and guidance to the executive team in support of business change.

The successful candidate for this position will possess a minimum of 10 years experience within a talent management function, ideally in insurance, banking or consulting.  Strong technology skills, including exposure to LMS systems and e-learning tools will be a definite advantage.

Highly developed analytical skills, commercial acumen, the ability to work collaboratively with business leaders in a complex, global organisation and a proven ability to develop and implement programs around learning, facilitation, modern training delivery, coaching, talent management and retention and organisational development, will be essential for success.

This role will suit a strategic thinker, who is also equally happy to be 'hands on' in approach.  It represents a fabulous opportunity to join a dynamic organisation committed to investing in the professional development of its employees.

Chartis is a world leading property-casualty and general insurance organization serving more than 40 million clients in over 160 countries and jurisdictions. With a 90-year history, one of the industry’s most extensive ranges of products and services, deep claims expertise and excellent financial strength, Chartis enables its commercial and personal insurance clients alike to manage virtually any risk with confidence. For additional information, please visit our website at http://www.Chartisinsurance.com.

At Chartis we support and encourage a diverse work environment.