Talent Manager

Job description / Role

Operating in the UAE for over 50 years, CBD manages the financial requirements of some of the largest corporates and businesses operating in the country, driving the UAE economy. Over the years, CBD has transformed into a progressive and modern banking institution winning multiple awards for its digital initiatives, credit cards, bank accounts, mobile app features and services.

CBD has been recognized as the number one bank in the UAE on the Forbes list of The World's Best Banks 2022.

As we continue to build upon our successes, we are looking for ambitious individuals who are passionate about the banking and finance industry and the markets in which CBD operates. Just as important to us is your ability to demonstrate a talent for dealing with people - your colleagues and our customers - and delivering service that really goes the extra mile.

Job Purpose

The purpose of the job is to identify, engage, develop, review and retain those individuals who have the potential to be of greatest value to the bank. This role will report to the Head of Talent and Development and support the talent and learning strategy for Commercial Bank of Dubai. The role will partner with HR colleagues and key stakeholders in the business in order to strengthen the skills of our talent pools.

Principle Accountabilities

- Collaborate with senior business and HR leaders, as a subject matter expert; to strategically integrate and operationalize talent initiatives within business strategies to drive business outcomes. This includes but is not limited to talent reviews, assessments, career development, and succession planning.
- Work with individual groups and bank leaders to create strategies to ensure the bank's development and retention strategies support all employees (e.g., career pathing, professional enrichment opportunities, development programs).
- Utilise talent data to support and guide employee development and career pathing discussions. Take an individualised approach to their development (1-1 support, removing roadblocks / creating opportunities, working with managers on career paths / giving feedback, etc.).
- Monitor and analyse talent metrics and trends and provide insights and recommendations to senior management.
- Stay current on innovations in learning design and delivery; network and build relationships with professional organisations and training providers.
- Develop and execute talent acquisition and retention strategies that align with the organization's goals and values.
- Partner with business leaders and recruiters to identify current and future talent needs and create talent pipelines.
- Create and implement succession planning and talent mobility programs that prepare high-potential employees for leadership roles.
- Build and maintain a positive and engaging work environment that fosters employee satisfaction, loyalty, and retention.

Requirements

Requirements

Experience and Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or post-graduate level degree in Human Resources or Industrial and Organizational Psychology is preferred.
- 5+ years' of focused experience in Talent Management, including Learning and Development
- Knowledge of current learning management practices, industry trends, digital learning platforms, and good practices.
- Ability to independently design, develop, execute and facilitate learning programs
- Prior experience in design, development and execution of learning programs and resources
- A quick-thinking, hard-working, and creative problem solver with strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Strong project and program management capabilities; ability to manage complex and ambiguous projects to great outcomes applying clear objectives, achievements, and communications to keep team members aligned.
- Ability to effectively guide and influence change with senior leadership and key stakeholders, while also being hands on with tactical execution.
- An excellent communicator; has strong verbal and written communications skills. Can translate ideas and data into a presentation to engage key stakeholders. The ability to synthesise high-level information into action plans
- A natural relationship builder: outstanding interpersonal skills and client focus. Builds trusted relationships by being a great listener, asking the right questions, and maintaining relationships with internal clients and partner vendors.

About the Company

In 1969, when we at Commercial Bank of Dubai started out little did we know that sheer grit and determination would get us where we are today. An Emiri Decree issued by His Highness the Late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the founder of modern Dubai, laid the cornerstone of Commercial Bank of Dubai. We started out as a joint venture of Commerzbank, Chase Manhattan Bank and Commercial Bank of Kuwait. A minority stake was held by a few UAE businessmen.

By 1982, little more than a decade later, we evolved into a National Public Shareholding company. A feat complimented by an exponential increase in the capital base and mammoth restructuring of our operations. The feather in the cap came when the Government of Dubai became a key shareholder.

Over the decades, we have transformed ourselves into a progressive and modern banking institution. We are supported by a sturdy financial base and reigned by a strong and stable management. The proof of which lies with our customers who have stood by us over the years.