Our client is an internationally active, high-performance organisation with multiple locations and a clear focus on innovation, technology, and sustainable business success. Operating in a dynamic and demanding environment, the company actively shapes the future of its industry. To further develop its global talent strategy, we are seeking a strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities to join as:

Head of Talent Management & Development (m/f/d) – 100%

Your Key Responsibilities

Design and implement talent management strategies, including succession planning and leadership development initiatives, across our divisions
Develop career progression frameworks in strong alignment with HR Business Partnering
Drive employee engagement, retention, and wellbeing initiatives with the relevant internal stakeholders in Cultural Programmes, Health & Safety, and HR General Services
Partner with leadership teams to identify capability gaps and create targeted learning and development programmes
Build proactive talent pipelines for key roles and highly specialised, hard-to-source positions
Strengthen our employer branding to position the organisation as a top destination for high-performing talent in the relevant markets
Liaise closely with HR Business Partners and senior leadership to forecast workforce requirements aligned with technical and competitive objectives
Act as a strategic advisor to the CHRO and Senior Management on talent frameworks, workforce planning, organisational capability, and talent risks

Your Core Competencies

Several years of leadership experience in Talent Management, Development, and Acquisition
Proven track record in developing and implementing modern talent strategies and leadership development initiatives
Experience in a dynamic, international, and performance-driven environment
Strong strategic and conceptual thinking combined with excellent execution skills
Inspiring leader with the ability to develop teams, nurture talent, and influence stakeholders at all levels
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, combined with a strong service-oriented mindset
Excellent English skills; German is an advantage

What You Can Expect

A key role with direct influence on the organisation’s future talent and organisational development
An international environment characterised by high dynamism and challenging opportunities
Close collaboration with executive management and key decision-makers
A company culture shaped by performance, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement

VIAVANTA AG

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