## [Head of Talent & Development Japan](/req-10081865-head-talent-development-japan "Head of Talent & Development Japan") Job ID REQ-10081865 Aug 09, 2026 LOC_JP ### About the Role Major accountabilities: - Help shape and execute a cohesive T&D strategy aligned with the overall business strategy. - Offer counsel and strategic recommendations on TM organization, tools, and processes. - Diagnose organizational issues, deliver action plans, and drive Talent Management initiatives based on analytical insights, leveraging AI and data analytics. - Strengthen succession planning and talent pipeline development using AI-driven solutions to enhance selection, retention, and growth of top talent. - Lead the efficient implementation of T&D processes and programs across the region / organization and ensure achievement of talent pipeline targets (selection, retention, development and exportation). - Ensure the correct and timely execution of T&D policies and procedures. - Manage and develop teams, overseeing various T&D projects with AI integration for improved efficiency. Minimum Requirements: Work Experience: - Cross functional experience - Talent & Development technical depth - People Management experience - Strong communication and relationship building skills - Global, regional, and in-country experience is ideal - Ability to support global offers within country Languages : - English - Japanese ### Role Requirements **Why Novartis:** Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? [https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture](https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture "https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture") **Benefits and Rewards:** Learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally. [Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)](https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf) Division DIV_PO Business Unit Human Resources Location LOC_JP Site Toranomon (NPKK Head Office) Company / Legal Entity JP05 (FCRS = JP005) Novartis Pharma K.K. Functional Area FCT_HR Job Type Full time Employment Type Regular Shift Work No [Apply to Job](https://novartis.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Novartis_Careers/job/Toranomon-NPKK-Head-Office/Head-of-Talent---Development-Japan_REQ-10081865 "Apply to Job") ![careers default image](https://prod1.jobapi.novartis.com.cn/themes/custom/cosmos/patterns/images/careers-default-image.webp "careers default image") Job ID REQ-10081865 ### Head of Talent & Development Japan [Apply to Job](https://novartis.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Novartis_Careers/job/Toranomon-NPKK-Head-Office/Head-of-Talent---Development-Japan_REQ-10081865 "Apply to Job")