Building an early-career development program to drive pipeline growth

 

THE OBJECTIVE

The goal was to implement a global early-career talent development program that would:

  • Address skill gaps identified during the strategic workforce planning process

  • Provide comprehensive leadership training and skill development

  • Increase retention and internal promotions by 20% over two years

THE APPROACH

I led a global team that worked with senior leadership, HR, and Learning & Development to build a comprehensive early-career talent pipeline

  • Conducted internal needs assessment to identify leadership gaps

  • Designed a structured development program that included mentorship, workshops, and cross-functional rotations

  • Collaborated with regional HR teams to ensure the program was aligned with local business needs

  • Developed a governance framework to measure progress and impact

THE SOLUTION

The final program involved a mix of in-person workshops, virtual training sessions, and mentorship opportunities, all geared toward building leadership competencies. We also implemented a rotation program across multiple regions to foster cross-functional and cross-cultural learning.