Manager – Talent & Development

Manager – Talent & Development | SalesLocation: Sri LankaIndustry: Insurance / Financial ServicesWe are seeking an experienced and passionate Manager – Talent & Development to drive talent development and capability-building initiatives Sales function. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of sales environments, learning and development, and talent management, with the ability to translate business goals into impactful people-development strategies.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement talent development strategies aligned with Sales business objectives.Identify capability gaps and design targeted learning and development programmes.Lead onboarding, induction, and continuous development initiatives for Sales teams.Partner with Sales leadership to identify high-potential talent and career development opportunities.Develop and implement competency frameworks, career pathways, and succession plans.Monitor training effectiveness and evaluate learning outcomes through relevant KPIs.Support performance management and employee development initiatives.Coordinate with internal and external training partners to deliver high-quality programmes.Analyse talent and performance data to provide actionable insights to management.Foster a strong learning culture and continuously improve Sales capability and productivity.RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management, Psychology, or a related discipline.Professional qualification in HR, Learning & Development, or a related field will be an advantage.5–8 years of experience in Talent Management, Learning & Development, HR, or Sales Capability Development.Prior experience supporting or developing Sales teams is highly preferred.Strong understanding of talent management, learning methodologies, performance management, and competency development.Excellent communication, facilitation, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders.