Talent Development Manager

We have partnered with a growing financial services firm to build out their Talent Management & Development team and are hiring for a Talent Development Manager to help bring their talent and leadership strategy to life. This role focuses on designing and delivering impactful development initiatives that build leadership capability, strengthen performance, and grow internal talent pipelines across the business.

You'll partner closely with HR and senior leaders to embed fair, consistent, and data‑driven approaches to talent, succession, and career progression in a fast‑paced, commercial environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of succession planning and annual talent review processes
• Design and deliver leadership and high‑potential development programmes
• Own the annual performance and promotions cycles, ensuring strong governance and adoption
• Build manager capability through training, tools, and clear guidance
• Use talent data and insights to inform development priorities and decision‑making
• Continuously improve talent and performance frameworks using feedback and best practice

Experience we're looking for:

• Proven experience in talent management, leadership, or organisational development
• Confidence partnering with and influencing senior stakeholders
• Experience supporting or facilitating talent reviews and succession planning
• Strong understanding of performance management and career frameworks
• Data‑driven, pragmatic, and comfortable working at both strategic and delivery level
• Interest in modern, digital, and AI‑enabled learning solutions

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.