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Novartis · Toranomon

# Head of Talent & Development Japan

Toranomon Full-time Executive HR & Recruiting 

Listed on Novartis’s official careers site. Posted August 10, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Novartis’s careers site →](https://novartis.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Novartis_Careers/job/Toranomon-NPKK-Head-Office/Head-of-Talent---Development-Japan_REQ-10081865)

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## Job description

### Job Description

Summary This role leads the Talent & Development agenda for Novartis Japan. The role is accountable for shaping and delivering an integrated Talent & Development strategy that enables business performance and future readiness. Operating with an enterprise mindset, the incumbent partners closely with business leaders and P&O stakeholders across the International business in Japan to strengthen the talent pipeline and related initiatives.

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 Skills Desired Change Management, Coaching, Consulting, Digital Literacy, Facilitation, Influencing Without Authority, Organizational Development (OD), Relationship Building, Strategic Workforce Planning, Talent Management

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Aug 10, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 25, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 25, 2026
- Listed for: 76 days
- Location: Toranomon
- Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Novartis’s careers site →](https://novartis.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Novartis_Careers/job/Toranomon-NPKK-Head-Office/Head-of-Talent---Development-Japan_REQ-10081865)

## Hiring at Novartis
- Open jobs: 1,707
- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Jul 17, 2026

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