Talent Acquisition and Development Manager

About the Role We are seeking an experienced and driven Talent Acquisition and Development Manager to lead recruitment, training, and development initiatives in a client firm. This role is responsible for designing and executing strategies that attract, develop, and retain top talent. The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to build a strong talent pipeline, enhance employee capabilities, and support a culture of continuous learning and growth. Key Responsibilities: Talent Acquisition Develop and implement effective, inclusive recruitment strategies to attract top talent across all levels. Design and manage internship and graduate recruitment programs. Establish and maintain partnerships with schools, universities, and external agencies to support talent sourcing. Collaborate with hiring managers and external recruiters to fulfil workforce needs. Monitor and refine recruitment metrics to ensure timely and quality hiring outcomes. Training and Development Conduct training needs assessments to identify individual, team, and organizational development needs. Design, develop, and deliver targeted training and learning programs, both in-person and virtual. Launch mentorship and reverse mentoring programs to support skill transfer across generations. Evaluate training effectiveness using KPIs, participant feedback, and business outcomes. Promote inclusive and adaptive learning methodologies to cater to diverse employee needs. Onboarding Oversee and continuously improve the onboarding process to ensure a positive and seamless experience for new hires. Act as a central point of contact for new employees during the onboarding phase. Coordinate with IT, payroll, and relevant departments to ensure readiness for new hires. Maintain onboarding documentation, checklists, and feedback systems. Employee Retention & Engagement Develop and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention. Partner with leadership to design career development pathways and promote internal mobility. Support leadership training and succession planning initiatives. Analyse employee feedback, turnover data, and engagement metrics to inform retention strategies. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in recruitment, training, and employee development. Strong understanding of HR best practices, labour laws, and compliance requirements. Proficient with applicant tracking systems (ATS), learning management systems (LMS), and performance platforms. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven mindset. Key Skills: Strategic Talent Sourcing Mentoring Program Development Employee Engagement & Retention HR Data Analytics Stakeholder Collaboration Compliance and Labour Law Knowledge Training Design & Delivery Onboarding Optimization Benefits