L&D,Talent Management Partner (Retail)

LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT AND TALENT MANAGEMENT PARTNER Salary: Competitive and based on experience Location: Kuala Lumpur Keywords: collaborative, insight-driven, co-operative, supportive leadership, training opportunities, dependable, inclusive, growth leadership, knowledgeable

A leading global fashion retailer is seeking a Learning and Development and Talent Management Partner to join their Kuala Lumpur team. This role offers you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by driving the adoption of a globally recognised performance and development framework, tailored for the local market. You will play a pivotal part in shaping people processes, facilitating learning programmes, and supporting leadership capability across the organisation. If you are passionate about nurturing talent, translating global strategies into effective local practices, and fostering an inclusive environment where employees can thrive, this position provides a unique platform for your professional growth. Enjoy flexible working opportunities, generous training support, and the chance to work with knowledgeable colleagues who value collaboration and shared success.

* You will be instrumental in adapting and implementing global performance and development frameworks within a vibrant local context, ensuring consistency while meeting unique organisational needs.
* This role empowers you to facilitate impactful learning programmes, coach leaders on goal setting and skill development, and drive sustainable growth across teams through supportive leadership.
* Benefit from flexible working arrangements, ongoing training opportunities, and a collaborative culture that values your insight-driven approach to talent management.

What you'll do:

As a Learning and Development and Talent Management Partner based in Kuala Lumpur, you will be at the heart of transforming how employees grow within a global fashion retail environment. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve adapting international frameworks for performance management to suit local needs without losing sight of their core purpose. You will empower HR professionals by providing expert guidance on people processes, ensuring they feel confident in applying these tools effectively. Facilitating engaging learning programmes will be central to your role; you’ll curate content that aligns with business objectives while monitoring outcomes through data-driven insights. Supporting senior leadership with specialist analysis will help shape strategic priorities for talent management. Building leadership capability through coaching sessions will enable managers to set meaningful goals for their teams. By collaborating across departments, you’ll foster an inclusive culture where feedback is valued and continuous improvement is encouraged. Your efforts will directly contribute to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to develop their skills and achieve their potential.

* Drive the adoption of the global Grow & Contribute framework by adapting it to local requirements while maintaining its original intent.
* Act as the subject-matter partner for performance and development processes, enabling HR Business Partners and People Generalists to confidently own and apply people processes.
* Bridge the gap between global design and local reality by representing local needs while reinforcing consistency in ways of working.
* Facilitate, curate, and implement learning programmes that align with organisational goals and foster employee growth.
* Monitor process effectiveness and adoption using data analytics, translating insights into actionable improvement steps.
* Support the Head of People with specialist analysis to inform people strategy and prioritisation decisions.
* Build leadership capability through targeted training, coaching, and development interventions that nurture skills across teams.
* Coach people leaders on effective goal setting, performance metrics, and skill development to ensure sustainable growth.
* Collaborate closely with stakeholders across multiple functions to drive engagement with people processes.
* Champion continuous improvement by leveraging feedback from employees and leaders to refine learning initiatives.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Learning and Development and Talent Management Partner role brings extensive experience in enabling people processes within complex organisations—particularly those operating in retail or fast-moving consumer goods environments. Your academic background in Human Resources or Business Administration equips you with foundational knowledge essential for success. You have consistently demonstrated your ability to translate global strategies into practical solutions that resonate locally. Your interpersonal skills shine when coaching leaders on setting achievable goals or facilitating workshops designed to build capability across teams. You are adept at analysing data from various sources to assess programme effectiveness, always seeking ways to improve outcomes based on evidence. Your familiarity with industry-standard tools ensures seamless integration of new initiatives into existing workflows. Above all, your collaborative nature enables you to connect with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds—creating an atmosphere where everyone feels supported in their professional journey.

* You possess a relevant university degree such as Human Resources or Business Administration or equivalent experience in related fields.
* Your proven experience includes implementing people processes in complex environments with accountability for adoption and measurable outcomes.
* You have demonstrated expertise in learning and development, talent management, or people process implementation within retail or FMCG sectors.
* Your track record shows success in translating global frameworks into locally executable solutions that drive sustainable results.
* Strong coaching skills allow you to work directly with people leaders on goal setting, performance metrics, and skill development.
* Excellent facilitation abilities enable you to deliver engaging training sessions that build leadership capability across teams.
* You are comfortable influencing stakeholders at all levels through clear communication and collaborative approaches.
* A data-informed mindset helps you monitor process effectiveness using analytics and translate insights into improvement actions.
* Experience working with global People/HR Centres of Excellence teams enhances your ability to bridge international standards with local realities.
* Familiarity with performance management tools and learning platforms supports your ability to implement best practices efficiently.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as one of the world’s most respected names in fashion retail—a company renowned for its commitment to employee development, inclusivity, and shared success. Working here means joining a network of professionals who value collaboration over competition; every voice is heard regardless of background or experience level. The company invests heavily in training opportunities so you can continually expand your skills while contributing meaningfully to business objectives. Flexible working arrangements allow you to balance personal commitments alongside professional ambitions. Leadership is supportive rather than directive; managers focus on nurturing talent rather than simply managing tasks. Employees benefit from access to cutting-edge learning platforms as well as regular feedback sessions designed to promote growth at every stage of their career journey. The culture is warm, welcoming, and genuinely committed to helping each individual reach their full potential—making it an ideal place for those who thrive in communal environments where teamwork is celebrated.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a lasting impact on talent management within a globally recognised fashion retailer—and want your expertise valued every step of the way—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided; take the next step towards joining a collaborative team dedicated to nurturing talent.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C