Chief Talent Officer Job Description

A chief talent officer (CTO) is an executive who focuses on finding, cultivating, and engaging talent within the business.

A chief talent officer often reports to the chief information officer (CIO) or the chief marketing officer (CMO).

Management consulting firm Accenture has the largest chief talent officer program, with 50 different chief talent officers who report to the CTO.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Chief Talent Officer who can help us find and develop the best talent for our company. This is a critical role that will help us stay ahead of the competition and continue to grow our business.

Chief Talent Officer Duties:

• Manage all employee-related issues, including recruiting, training, policy/practices, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and employee development
• Build a strong employee community by fostering a sense of belonging, open communication, and pride in work
• Establish a high-performance culture that focuses on career development
• Provide management with direction on workforce planning and staffing needs
• Proactively identify, develop and interview potential candidates
• Develop job descriptions consistent with business needs, department needs, and culture
• Develop and manage a talent acquisition process
• Develop and implement a training and development plan
• Develop policies and procedures that align with business goals
• Encourage employee input in planning, implementation, and evaluation of employee development
• Ensure compliance with employee-related laws, regulations, and policies
• Oversee all documentation pertaining to employees
• Ensure a safe and productive work environment

Chief Talent Officer Responsibilities:

• Manage the company’s talent acquisition strategy and build the talent pipeline
• Develop talent acquisition strategies, including maintaining a pipeline of candidates, scouting for talent, hiring, and training
• Manage the onboarding process, including preparing documentation, scheduling interviews, and arranging for employment data, tax forms, and company benefits
• Maintain job descriptions and compensation schedules
• Manage the recruiting budget
• Oversee the development and implementation of internal training programs, including job shadowing and skills fairs
• Develop the company’s culture, including the core values and company brand through which employees interact with clients
• Keep up to date on employment laws and regulations
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information

Requirements And Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management or related field
• 4+ years human resources management experience
• Excellent leadership skills
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Highly skilled in employee relations counseling
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Company Name is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to building a strong and successful team. We encourage applications from all people, regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or age. We are committed to supporting veterans and individuals with disabilities.