Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Talent and Capability Manager
Lead regional talent strategy, development, and execution across ANZ for AECOM.
Job Highlights
About the Role
This maternity‑leave contract is for a Talent Strategy, Planning and Execution role in the ANZ region, reporting to the P&C Director. The position is responsible for developing regional talent strategies, leading talent reviews, succession planning and aligning processes with global standards. • Develop and implement regional talent management strategies (Build/Buy/Borrow/Bot) aligned with global frameworks. • Lead cyclical talent reviews, succession planning and development processes for critical roles. • Analyse internal and external talent data to inform retention, succession and capability strategies. • Partner with business leaders to forecast talent needs and create actionable plans. • Maintain governance of talent review data and capture actionable insights. • Serve as primary liaison between ANZ region and global talent teams. • Oversee AECOM University learning governance, training procedures and learning hour allocation. • Coach top talent and embed talent principles across managers and leaders. • Identify, develop and retain high‑potential employees and future leaders. • Manage talent assessments, coaching setups and development planning. • Champion diversity, equity and inclusion in talent management. • Conduct and analyse pulse surveys, supporting regional action planning to improve engagement and retention. • Support ANZ performance and promotions reporting, including goal setting and evaluation reports. • Design and manage ANZ promotions process, communications and celebration events. • Produce regional ratings and promotions analysis, manage moderation actions. • Lead scheduling and delivery of Growing Professional Skills virtual trainings, mentoring and in‑person events for graduates and interns. • Manage onboarding materials and ensure consistent experience at scale. • Lead the Discover AECOM program governance, feedback analysis and propose improvements.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸talent strategy
- ▸succession planning
- ▸data analysis
- ▸talent reviews
- ▸learning governance
- ▸promotions process
What You Bring
The role is based in Sydney, NSW, and requires a tertiary qualification in business or a related field plus seven or more years of relevant experience. Core skills include talent management, employee engagement, data storytelling, commercial acumen and project execution excellence. • Required: tertiary qualification in Business or related field and 7+ years relevant experience. • Skills: talent management, employee engagement, data storytelling (Excel, PowerPoint), commercial acumen, project execution, market‑trend awareness.
Requirements
- ▸business degree
- ▸7+ years
- ▸talent management
- ▸employee engagement
- ▸excel
- ▸commercial acumen
Benefits
AECOM offers hybrid work options, a robust well‑being program, and a culture that champions equity, diversity and inclusion, allowing employees to bring their whole selves to work. Competitive compensation, benefits and global career opportunities support personal growth and impact.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time