Global Lead Talent Identification Pipelines And Early Careers

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Global leader to lead our enterprise-wide approach to Talent Review, Succession and Career Planning, Early Talent Programs, and Talent Pools. This role is critical to building a future-ready organization by identifying, developing, and retaining top talent across the globe. You will collaborate with senior leaders, HR Business Partners, and Centers of Excellence to drive a holistic and integrated talent strategy that supports business growth and transformation.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Design and implement the global Talent Review process, ensuring consistent evaluation of performance, potential, and readiness across all regions and business units. Lead and coordinate talent review sessions, partnering with HR and business leaders.
• Translate insights into actionable development and mobility strategies. Identify and maintain succession plans for critical roles, including C-suite and senior leadership, ensuring succession pipelines reflect strategic priorities, future capabilities, and diversity goals.
• Manage the strategy and execution of early talent programs (e.g., power+), partnering with Talent Acquisition and universities to attract high-potential early-career talent. Track program ROI and align pipelines with long-term workforce planning.
• Build and manage segmented talent pools for high-potentials, technical experts, and diverse talent segments. Define inclusion criteria and oversee tailored development experiences for each pool, monitoring progression, engagement, and pipeline strength using talent analytics.
• Collaborate with People Analytics to produce dashboards, measure progress, and derive insights. Partner with DEI, L&D, and business leaders to ensure inclusive and equitable talent practices.
• Ensure succession pipelines reflect strategic priorities, future capabilities, and diversity goals. Monitor progression, engagement, and pipeline strength using talent analytics, collaborating with People Analytics to produce dashboards, measure progress, and derive insights.
  
  

Your background

• Progressive experience in Talent Management or Organizational Development within a global, matrixed organization.
• Proven track record in leading global talent review, succession planning, and development programs.
• Strong knowledge of career frameworks, assessment methodologies, and leadership development.
• Excellent stakeholder management and facilitation skills with the ability to influence senior leaders.
• Data-savvy with experience in talent analytics and digital HR platforms (e.g., Workday).
• Strong cultural competence and experience working across diverse, international environments.
• Master’s degree in HR, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
  
  
  

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and sustainability. We offer opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Join us and be part of a global team dedicated to making a positive impact on the planet.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

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