Talent and Capability Manager

Talent Strategy, Planning and Execution

• Collaborate with the ANZ P&C Director to develop and implement regional talent management strategies aligned with global frameworks.
• Lead the execution of talent management processes across ANZ region including talent reviews, succession planning, and development.
• Analyse external and internal talent data to inform strategies regarding talent retention, succession and capability.
• Partner with business leaders to forecast talent needs and create actionable plans to address them.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as the primary liaison between the ANZ region and global talent teams, ensuring effective communication and alignment.
• Partner with Learning & Development team to oversee AECOM University and learning governance across ANZ.
• Act as a coach for top talent in region and educate managers on talent principles.

Talent Development & Engagement

• Drive initiatives to identify, develop, and retain high-potential employees and future leaders.
• Oversee talent assessments and coaching setups, supporting consistent evaluation and development planning.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts within talent management strategies.
• Monitor employee engagement, including managing pulse surveys and supporting action planning.

Performance & Promotions

• Support ANZ P&R reporting, generating goal setting and evaluation reports.
• Design and manage the ANZ Promotions process, including workflows, approvals, and communications.
• Produce regional ratings and promotions analysis, manage moderation actions, and execute changes.

Early Careers Development

• Lead the scheduling, delivery, and lifecycle management of training programs for graduates, interns, and their managers across ANZ.

Onboarding

• Manage and update onboarding materials, ensuring consistency of experience at scale.
• Lead the Discover AECOM program, including governance, feedback analysis, and proposals to leadership.

This role creates positive change by developing and implementing talent strategies that enhance employee capabilities, promote diversity and inclusion, and support the growth of future leaders within the organization.

• Experience in talent management, strategy development, and execution
• Ability to analyze talent data and insights to inform strategies
• Strong stakeholder collaboration and communication skills
• Experience with talent development, coaching, and DEI initiatives
• Knowledge of performance management and promotion processes
• Experience with early careers development and onboarding programs

No benefits information provided in the job description.

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