Assistant Manager, Human Resources (Talent & Management Development)

About the role

The Assistant Manager supports the planning, implementation and continuous improvement of talent management, succession planning and management development initiatives in line with the NHG Health Group's directions and institutional priorities. The role strengthens the leadership pipeline and organisational capabilities through programme delivery, data analysis, stakeholder engagement and governance support, working closely with HR Business Partners, Heads of Departments and senior management.

Key responsibilities

• Talent management and succession planning: coordinate talent identification and review, track high-potential employees and succession candidates, run potential assessments and Individual Development Plans, analyse talent pipeline data and support talent engagement and retention initiatives.
• Management Development Office: support MA, ME and MF programmes, coordinate milestones and activities, analyse participant progress and feedback, arrange job rotations, stretch assignments, coaching and cross-functional exposure, and refine programme guidelines and assessment tools.
• Governance, secretariat and reporting: provide secretariat support for governance platforms, consolidate and analyse talent data, prepare management reports, presentations and decision papers, document decisions and action items, and maintain confidential talent records.
• Onboarding and HR communications: coordinate logistics for new-hire onboarding and orientation, and coordinate the quarterly HR newsletter.

Required profile

• Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, Organisational Development or a related discipline.
• 4 to 6 years of relevant experience in talent management, succession planning, leadership development or organisational development.
• Experience supporting talent reviews, succession planning, talent identification and leadership development programmes.
• Prior experience in healthcare, public sector or large complex organisations is an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong stakeholder management, communication and project management skills.
• Analytical skills to interpret talent data and turn insights into recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint, for management reports and presentations.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.