Section Manager / Manager, Human Resource (Talent Development)

Summary

Are you passionate about shaping the future of talent in a dynamic, fast-growing organization? Scoot is looking for a motivated and visionary Manager to lead our Talent Development team within HR’s Centre of Excellence (COE). In this key role, you will partner closely with business leaders, internal HR teams, and key stakeholders to design and implement impactful talent development initiatives that elevate leadership, foster continuous learning, and drive organizational growth.

If you're a strategic thinker with a background in talent development, organizational development, and change management, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting Scoot’s transformation by aligning talent development with our business goals, building a future-ready workforce, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability.

What We’re Looking For: We are looking for someone with a proven track record of designing and leading talent initiatives that strengthen leadership capabilities, enhance talent mobility, and drive a culture of learning. As a people-centered role, strong interpersonal skills and project management expertise are essential to ensure successful execution from concept to implementation.

Job Description

Talent Development and Organizational Growth

• Collaborate with business leaders and HRBPs to assess organizational learning needs, address skill gaps, and ensure alignment with the company’s long-term strategy.
• Design and implement holistic talent development programs that cover leadership, organizational growth, and change management to support both current and future business needs.
• Leverage digital learning platforms and emerging technologies to offer personalized, flexible learning experiences that promote continuous development.
• Develop career pathways and competency frameworks to support talent mobility and build a digital-ready, adaptive workforce through a skills-based strategy.
• Streamline learning processes, policies, and governance to optimize efficiency, including leveraging government funding or skills development schemes for cost-effective solutions.
• Evaluate and collaborate with external training providers to deliver relevant, high-impact learning experiences for employees.

Change Management and Employee Engagement

• Lead change management initiatives that support organizational transformation, focusing on building a learning organization by using data-driven insights to assess and improve the effectiveness of development programs.
• Foster a vibrant learning culture by sparking employee interest in development opportunities, cultivating learning habits, and ensuring clear communication of training initiatives.

Leadership and Talent Management

• Partner with business leaders, HRBPs, and the People Science team to support long-term talent strategies, including succession planning, high-potential identification, and building a strong talent pipeline for critical roles.
• Provide strategic recommendations for organizational capability improvements based on workforce analysis and insights, helping to future-proof the talent landscape.

Key Trends to Consider

• Embrace digital learning and the integration of new technologies to deliver innovative learning solutions.
• Personalize learning experiences by using data analytics to tailor development pathways to individual needs.
• Develop soft skills and leadership capabilities to navigate today’s complex, evolving work environments.
• Build a culture that champions continuous learning, adaptability, and growth.
• Align talent development with the company’s strategic goals and long-term business objectives.
• Enhance employee experience by delivering engaging, purpose-driven development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Psychology, or a related field.
• 8-12 years of experience in talent development, organizational development, or change management, ideally within the aviation or a similar industry.
• A proven track record of designing and executing talent development initiatives and driving organizational change.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and deliver results in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience in stakeholder management across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in leveraging data analytics to inform strategic decisions and personalize learning experiences.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, result-driven environment and successfully manage multiple priorities.

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Analytical Thinking, Career Coaching, Career Development, Career Management, Change Management, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Conflict Management, Continuous Improvement (CI), Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Data Visualization, Group Problem Solving, Human Resource Advisory, Instructional Design, Interpersonal Communication, JIRA Tool, Leadership Training and Development, Learning and Development (L&D), Learning Needs Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Negotiation, Organizational Change Management, Organizational Culture {+ 18 more}