Talent Development Sr. Specialist

About the role

We are looking for a strategic and innovative talent development partner to guide and execute our talent initiatives for India. In this role, you will support the growth and development of Wisers in Hyderabad as a trusted partner and adviser for the region. You will foster a culture of continuous learning, working closely with senior leaders and global teams to provide high-impact development opportunities that enhance capabilities, boost performance, and support career progression. You will play a key role in delivering leadership development training, new-hire onboarding, and other key programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, measuring the impact of training, and collaborating with external providers to deliver effective and engaging learning solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement talent development strategies that align with overall company objectives and regional business needs.
• Facilitate Company Onboarding and Leadership Development programmes to local teams
• Design and adapt training programs to address skill gaps and reflect local market demands.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and the people team to define key learning objectives and deliver integrated talent initiatives.
• Use frameworks like ADDIE to identify, create, and launch full cycle talent development initiatives
• Rollout performance and talent management initiatives through training, communication, and feedback.
• Support the region through our biannual review cycle (GrowWise)
• Champion a culture of inclusive, continuous learning and professional development across the region.
• Work closely with our talent management and talent acquisition teams to deliver a holistic approach to talent at wise.
• Core skills
• Strong proficiency in project management and design thinking.
• Consultative approach to problem-solving, applying data-driven insights to create tailored solutions.
• Confidence in interpreting data and producing data-led, visually compelling presentations.
• Organised, detail-focused, and able to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy.
• Adept at stakeholder management, communicating effectively with diverse teams to encourage collaboration.
• Experience in virtual and international environments, including hybrid teams.
• Excellent command of English; additional language skills are an advantage.
• Key attributes
• Aware of important developments within the business and industry trends relating to people and organisational development.
• Strategic mindset in developing talent initiatives, understanding the bigger picture and how individual actions fit into the broader suite of talent development services.
• Comfortable navigating uncertainty and rapid change; adaptable to evolving business needs.
• Proactive and self-starting, anticipating potential challenges or opportunities and proposing solutions.
• Willingness to contribute beyond one's own role, collaborating with colleagues to achieve collective objectives.
• Enthusiasm for collecting, processing, and applying data to streamline workflows and drive successful team projects.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate large-scale initiatives.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a passion for high-quality, visually appealing deliverables.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, ideally in adult learning, business management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in learning and development, talent development, or training within a service-oriented organisation.
• Demonstrated success as a people leader, including the ability to inspire and guide regionally dispersed teams.
• For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders - without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.
• We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
• Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.
• If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs .
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