Learning & Talent Development Executive

About the role

OLKA Sports Equipment Trade Inc., distributor of Skechers in Turkey, is hiring a Learning & Talent Development Executive. The role supports and implements the learning and talent development strategy in line with business priorities and capability needs, working with business leaders and HR teams.

Key responsibilities

• Identify organizational development priorities and turn them into engaging, scalable learning experiences.
• Design and deliver technical, functional, behavioural and leadership development programmes using a blended learning approach.
• Create development journeys for high-potential employees and future leaders, supported by mentoring, coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to talent management, career development and succession planning across the organisation.
• Own and improve the onboarding experience so new employees connect quickly with the organisation, its culture and their roles.
• Partner with business leaders and HR teams on capability building, individual development and team effectiveness.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, collaboration and ownership of personal development.
• Build and manage relationships with external learning partners, consultants and subject-matter experts.
• Evaluate the impact of learning and talent initiatives and improve programmes based on insights, feedback and business outcomes.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development or a related field; a master's degree is an advantage.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development, Talent Management or Organizational Development roles.
• Mandatory experience in the retail sector; experience in multi-site retail organisations is an advantage.
• Proven experience designing and implementing learning, leadership development and talent programmes.
• Ability to combine strategic thinking with strong execution and manage multiple initiatives in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of modern learning methodologies, adult learning principles and blended learning solutions.
• Hands-on experience with talent development, mentoring, coaching, career development and succession planning.
• Data-informed mindset, able to evaluate learning effectiveness and turn insights into improvements.
• Stakeholder management, communication, facilitation and presentation skills.