Head of Talent & Search

The Company is a global leader in health technology, with a strong focus on improving lives through innovative solutions. As part of a strategic evolution to enhance its people agenda, the organization is seeking a Head of Talent and Search Lead. This senior leadership role is pivotal in shaping an integrated approach to executive talent management and recruitment, with a specific emphasis on securing a strong leadership pipeline and building sustainable succession practices. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the executive talent and succession agenda for the most senior leadership population, overseeing both internal talent pipelines and external executive recruitment. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, the role involves leading the development of an integrated talent strategy, including succession planning, leadership assessment, workforce planning, and executive search. The ideal individual will have at least 15 years' experience in senior talent leadership roles within global, matrixed organizations, combining in-house enterprise talent management and external executive search. They must be adept at operating across internal and external talent markets, with a proven ability to build pipelines, assess executive potential, and influence succession decisions at the highest levels. Strong business acumen, deep expertise in senior leadership assessment and workforce planning, and familiarity with best practices from both corporate and search firm environments are essential. The role requires a collaborative, culturally aware, and development-focused leader who can effectively manage a globally dispersed team, drive capability, and foster alignment across regions and functions. Resilience, pragmatism, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, transformational settings are also key attributes for the successful candidate.