Talent Manager

Contact name: Mathias de Eliassy

Contact email: mathias@caliber8.sg
Job ref: 2573
Talent Manager (Global MNC)

Our client is an established organization within the global maritime industry. They are seeking an experienced Talent Manager, based in Hong Kong, to drive and evolve their global talent management agenda across international operations.
 
This role goes beyond programs and frameworks. It focuses on building strong leadership and succession pipelines, enhancing employee development and engagement, and shaping a future-ready workforce to ensure the organization attracts, develops, and retains the right talent to support continued growth.
 
Key Responsibilities
Talent Strategy & Workforce Planning
  • Partner with business and HR leaders to support and execute the organization’s talent management strategy aligned with business priorities.
  • Support succession planning processes to ensure robust leadership pipelines and readiness for critical roles.
  • Monitor workforce trends and talent risks, proactively identifying future capability and development needs.
Talent Development & Learning
  • Support the design and implementation of learning and development initiatives that enhance leadership capability, functional skills, and career growth.
  • Partner with leaders to identify high-potential talent and development pathways to accelerate readiness and retention.
  • Support initiatives that promote continuous learning and capability building across the organization.
Performance Management & Engagement
  • Support managers in embedding effective performance management practices that drive accountability, development, and high performance.
  • Analyze employee engagement and talent data, partnering with leaders to develop and implement action plans.
  • Promote a positive employee experience and a culture of inclusion, growth, and engagement.
Talent Acquisition & Internal Mobility
  • Collaborate with recruitment teams to ensure strong pipelines of diverse and future-ready talent.
  • Support internal mobility and career movement initiatives to retain and develop key talent.
  • Provide input into employer branding strategies to strengthen the company’s position as an employer of choice.
Data, Insights & Governance
  • Leverage talent analytics to provide insights on workforce performance, retention, succession, and development effectiveness.
  • Track key talent metrics and prepare reports to support decision-making and talent reviews.
  • Ensure talent management processes are consistently applied and aligned with internal frameworks and best practices.
 
Qualifications & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field. 
  • 8–12 years of experience in Talent Management, HR Business Partnering, or related roles.
  • Proven experience in succession planning, leadership development, workforce planning, and talent reviews.
  • Strong stakeholder management and facilitation skills, with the ability to influence and partner effectively at senior levels.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and consultative approach.
  • Proactive, adaptable, and results-oriented, with a strong execution focus in dynamic environments.
 
Based in Hong Kong