Assistant Director – Talent Development | EY Careers Bengaluru
Job Description
Summary
Join EY (Ernst & Young) as an Assistant Director – Talent Development in Bengaluru, and lead strategic learning and development initiatives for Assurance business units. This role drives talent transformation, leadership development, and workforce upskilling, helping EY build a skilled, future-ready workforce. Work with senior stakeholders, design impactful learning programs, and mentor a team of Learning Business Partners while contributing to EY’s mission of building a better working world.
Job Details at a Glance
| Job Title | Assistant Director – Talent Development |
|---|---|
| Company | EY (Ernst & Young Global Limited) |
| Department | Learning & Talent Development |
| Location | Bengaluru, India |
| Other Locations | Primary Location Only |
| Experience Required | 10–12 years in Learning & Talent Development |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree in Education, HR, Business Administration, or related field |
| Certifications | Talent Management / Learning & Facilitation |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Date Posted | 9 Oct 2025 |
| Requisition ID | 1639101 |
About the Role
As Assistant Director – Talent Development, you will lead the learning and talent strategy for business units within Assurance. You’ll partner with leadership teams, influence skill-building initiatives, and deploy programs that develop leadership pipelines, enhance workforce capabilities, and support organizational growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders to align learning initiatives with business priorities.
- Lead the design, deployment, and execution of large-scale learning programs, including upskilling, reskilling, and cross-skilling initiatives.
- Support executive development programs at senior and mid-career levels.
- Conduct needs analysis, skills assessments, and learning solution design, including classroom, virtual, and blended learning approaches.
- Drive learning culture and engagement across the organization to enhance transformative leadership behaviors.
- Provide business insights to learning program design and monitor learning effectiveness.
- Manage a team of Learning Business Partners, fostering high performance and professional growth.
- Collaborate with centers of excellence and other talent teams to implement central talent development initiatives.
- Apply learning technology tools and knowledge management practices to optimize learning outcomes.
Skills and Attributes for Success
- Deep understanding of learning technologies, deployment models, and talent development strategies.
- Strong stakeholder management, consulting, and influencing skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation abilities.
- Experience in cross-functional collaboration and solution development.
- Proven track record of team management and leadership in a learning environment.
- Program management expertise and knowledge of skills taxonomy and learning optimization.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 10–12 years of experience in Learning and Talent Development, including program deployment, strategy, and team management.
- Proven ability to design and deliver business-focused learning initiatives.
- Experience with executive development, upskilling programs, and learning impact measurement.
Preferred
- Certifications in Talent Management, Learning & Facilitation.
- Knowledge of latest learning technology landscape and best practices in workforce development.
- Ability to articulate the business value of learning programs to leadership.
What We Look For
EY seeks professionals who are strategic, innovative, and collaborative, capable of driving impactful talent solutions while fostering a high-performance learning culture. You thrive if you are:
- A proactive leader with exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Passionate about developing people and shaping leadership pipelines.
- Adaptable and able to navigate a fast-paced, dynamic consulting environment.
What Working at EY Offers
- Opportunity to lead transformative learning initiatives in a global professional services firm.
- Personalized career development through structured mentorship and growth plans.
- Access to global knowledge networks and cutting-edge learning technologies.
- Inclusive and flexible work culture that supports wellbeing and continuous professional growth.
About EY
EY is a global leader in assurance, consulting, strategy, tax, and transactions, operating in over 150 countries. EY’s mission is to build a better working world by helping organizations transform, grow, and create long-term value while fostering trust in the capital markets.
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Advance your career as an Assistant Director – Talent Development at EY Bengaluru. Make an impact by shaping the workforce of tomorrow.