Talent Development Lead
Evac has been a pioneer in sustainable technologies and solutions for decades. Today we are the world’s leading provider of integrated Evac® water, waste and wastewater technologies, Cathelco® corrosion protection and marine growth prevention and HEM® freshwater systems.
Our technologies address the increasing need for innovative solutions driven by the megatrends of climate change, circularity, and increasingly scarce freshwater resources. We contribute to a better environment and cleaner seas by helping our customers eliminate waste, conserve water, mitigate emissions, and lengthen the lifecycle of their vessels or buildings. Together with our 500 colleagues in 14 countries, we strive for a future with no waste.
As we continue to expand, we are strengthening our investment in people and leadership development across the organisation. We are now looking for a Talent Development Lead to shape our learning culture, accelerate capability growth, and build a future-ready leadership pipeline.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Capabilities: Design and deliver OD strategies, programs, and interventions to strengthen organizational capability, culture, and performance for Evac’s future success.
Shape the Learning Culture: Develop a learning culture roadmap and create initiatives that promote continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
Manage the Training Portfolio: Design and coordinate training programs, engage internal and external facilitators, and ensure program effectiveness.
Lead Talent & Succession Processes: Drive talent reviews and succession planning across leadership levels, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
Develop HiPos & Future Leaders: Lead HiPo development initiatives and build a strong, future-ready leadership pipeline.
Leverage Talent Analytics: Use data and analytics to identify capability trends, skills gaps, and leadership readiness.
Workforce Planning & Talent Strategy: Transform workforce plans into targeted talent strategies by defining priorities across talent acquisition, development, succession, organisational design, and retention.
Coach & Facilitate: Provide coaching to leaders and deliver impactful workshops and development sessions.
Advance Digital Learning: Own and enhance Evac’s e-learning platform and digital learning initiatives.
Ensure Operational Excellence: Manage budgets, resources, and continuous improvement of all development programs.
What You’ll Bring
Master’s degree in HR, Organizational Development, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field.
15+ years of experience in talent development, leadership development, or OD, ideally in a global or matrix organization.
Proven expertise in leadership development, HiPo programs, succession planning, and workforce planning analytics.
Experience with learning platforms and digital learning solutions.
Certifications such as CIPD, SHRM, ICF coaching, or Prosci are an advantage.
Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and the ability to turn strategy into practical action.
3–5 years of experience in selling educational solutions, commercializing training programs, or providing HR consultancy services.
Ability to roll up your sleeves and be very hands on when needed.
Excellent facilitation, coaching, communication, and change leadership skills.
Ability to collaborate across cultures and lead cross-functional initiatives.
Analytical mindset with the ability to measure impact and improve programs continuously.
Why Evac?
At Evac, you’ll join a global team driven by innovation, sustainability, and continuous learning. In this role, you’ll help shape the development of our people, support leadership readiness, and build the capabilities needed for a more sustainable world.
Ready to help build the future of talent at Evac? Apply today and make a meaningful impact.
- Department
- People, Culture, QHES, Marketing, Comms, Sustainability
- Locations
- Espoo, Finland, Chesterfield, United Kingdom
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Full-time
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