Strategic Talent Development Lead

4 days ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Canonical Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Talent Development Lead to join our team at Canonical. As a key member of our organisational development team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive talent development and culture strategy that drives business growth and success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a talent development strategy that aligns with the company's goals and objectives
  • Host discussions on management practices, skills, habits, and perspectives to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement
  • Design and deliver management curricula that equip leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed
  • Own the management skills matrix for performance management, talent assessment, succession planning, mentorship, virtual learning, and career development
  • Lead engagement survey focus groups and change initiatives to drive organisational change and improvement
  • Set up a company learning framework for training and development
  • Build and manage a team of organisational development specialists
  • Analyse data and leading trends to better understand career development and organisational performance

Requirements

  • An exceptional academic track record
  • Excellent writing and communication skills
  • Relevant experience in people management and budget accountability
  • Ability to lead, create strategy, develop plans, communicate plans, and drive change across a company
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills for data-driven decision-making
  • Ability to travel twice or four times a year for company events

What We Offer

  • Fully remote working environment
  • Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
  • Annual compensation review
  • Recognition rewards
  • Annual holiday leave
  • Parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues at company events


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