Talent & Development Lead - ACS Recruitment Solutions Ltd : Job Details

Talent & Development LeadAlconbury, Huntingdon (Hybrid available)Hours - Monday to Friday 40hrsSalary - £Highly competitive DOEWe’re working on behalf of a forward-thinking, international organisation in the FMCG sector, who are seeking a Talent & Development Lead to join their People Leadership Team. This is a rare opportunity to shape the capability agenda across multiple UK and European sites, working closely with the Executive team to drive growth through people.If you're a strategic HR leader who thrives on designing and delivering end-to-end talent strategies — from leadership development to senior recruitment governance — this role could be your perfect next move.About the RoleReporting directly to the Chief People Officer, you’ll lead the development and implementation of a scalable, future-focused talent strategy. Your work will ensure that the right people are in the right roles — now and in the future.This role combines strategic oversight of:

• Leadership Development & Succession Planning
• Executive Recruitment Governance
• Internal Talent Mobility
• External Partnerships & Early Careers Pipelines

You’ll have the freedom to shape the talent function while influencing key decisions at Board and Exec level.Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a cross-functional leadership development framework
• Lead succession planning and high-potential initiatives across countries and departments
• Own executive and senior-level recruitment strategy and delivery
• Standardise recruitment processes and governance across multiple sites
• Partner with business leaders to embed capability planning into workforce strategy
• Build and manage early careers programmes (e.g., apprenticeships, graduate schemes)
• Lead third-party recruitment partnerships with a focus on value and performance
• Provide strategic insights to the Executive team, backed by meaningful KPIs and market intelligence

What We’re Looking ForEssential Experience:

• Senior-level experience in talent development and senior recruitment strategy
• Proven success in designing and scaling leadership development programmes
• Strong background in recruitment governance and executive hiring
• Ability to influence and advise at Board and Exec level
• Skilled in managing relationships with external recruitment and training providers

Desirable:

• Exposure to European employment or recruitment practices
• Commercial mindset with the ability to link people strategy to business outcomes
• Strong communicator with the confidence to challenge and guide senior stakeholders

Key Attributes

• Trusted: A dependable, credible partner across all levels of the business
• Passionate: Committed to driving meaningful change and sustainable growth
• Dynamic: Forward-thinking, proactive, and solution-oriented
• Collaborative: Able to work cross-functionally and lead through influence

Why Apply?

• High-impact role with visibility at Board level
• Autonomy to lead and evolve talent strategy across borders
• Work for a values-led organisation focused on growth and people development
• Hybrid working flexibility and a collaborative, forward-thinking culture

So if you are ready to take the lead on a career-defining role, apply now for a confidential discussion and to find out more about this exciting opportunity.