Global Talent Development & AI Programme Lead

Talent Development - Programme Management

We are a high-performing, fast-paced global organisation seeking an experienced Talent Development leader to join our central People function. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of business strategy and people capability - focused on the overall management of talent programmes on a global basis as well as designing and delivering said programmes.

You will own our global talent programmes end-to-end while playing a key role in shaping how AI is embedded into learning, leadership development, and talent processes.

Key Responsibilities Global Programme Ownership

• Design, deliver, and continuously improve global talent programmes, including onboarding, career development, and leadership development from Manager through to senior level.
• Drive rigorous evaluation of all programmes using business-relevant metrics (beyond activity data) and make clear recommendations on scaling, redesigning, or decommissioning initiatives.
• Manage the global programme calendar and partner with the coordination team to ensure consistent, high-quality execution across regions.
• Support core talent processes (Engagement Surveys, Talent Reviews, Succession Planning) with a strong focus on manager capability and business impact.
• Lead and develop a small Talent Development Coordinator team (1-2 direct reports).

Embedding AI in Talent & Leadership Development

• Identify and implement AI tools to enhance programme delivery - e.g., AI-powered coaching simulations, personalised learning pathways, and smarter analytics.
• Use generative AI to increase the speed and quality of content creation and resource development.
• Leverage AI-driven insights to better identify skill gaps, improve succession planning, and strengthen talent analytics.

Programme Execution & Stakeholder Management

• Provide strong project and programme management support across the Talent Development portfolio - introducing consistent frameworks, risk management, and delivery rigour.
• Act as a trusted consultant to senior commercial leaders and HRBPs, translating business priorities into effective development solutions.
• Manage external vendors and partners with a sharp focus on ROI.
• Support major change initiatives with structured change management approaches.

What We're Looking For

• Proven, solid experience in Talent Development, L&D, or Talent Management, ideally within professional services, financial services, or technology environments.
• Proven success designing and delivering global talent programmes with clear, measurable business impact.
• Practical familiarity with AI tools in a learning/talent context (generative AI for content, AI platforms for personalisation, assessment, or analytics). You are a confident, curious practitioner who can cut through the hype.
• Strong project and programme management skills - able to bring structure to complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives while maintaining pace and quality.
• Experience influencing and consulting at senior levels across HR and commercial functions.
• Track record of evaluating programmes, using data to drive decisions, and managing change effectively.
• Genuine passion for talent development as a commercial lever, with the ability to articulate its value clearly.

You Are

• Commercially minded and outcome-focused
• Equally comfortable operating at strategic and delivery levels
• Analytically strong with excellent stakeholder management skills
• Organised, adaptable, and comfortable with ambiguity in a global, matrix environment
• Culturally aware and able to balance global consistency with local nuance