Talent Specialist - Learning & Development - Global Investment Firm

The D. E. Shaw group is a global investment and technology development firm with more than $46 billion in investment capital as of October 1st, 2017, and offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Since our founding in 1988, our firm has earned an international reputation for successful investing based on innovation, careful risk management, and the quality and depth of our staff. We have a significant presence in the world's capital markets, investing in a wide range of companies and financial instruments in both developed and developing economies.

- We are looking for a bright and insightful candidate to join as a Senior Specialist on our Hyderabad-based Talent Development team. 

- This role offers a challenging work environment and excellent opportunities to learn and grow within the Human Capital function. The candidate will collaborate with Human Capital Business Partners and other key stakeholders to play an active role in the firm's talent development.

- Core work responsibilities will include end-to-end program management, strategy generation to address learning needs, vendor management, data analysis and reporting, and opportunities to lead projects independently. 

- Additionally, the candidate will gain exposure to various facets of the training processes and an opportunity to gain strategic talent development expertise from high-caliber colleagues in a collegial environment.

- The ideal candidate should have an MBA in Human Resources with 1-4 years of work experience and a record of academic success. 

- Passion for the talent development domain, excellent oral and written communication skills, an ability to learn quickly, and keen attention to detail are required. 

- Knowledge of MS Excel is an added plus. Candidates who thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment will excel in this role. An educational background in psychology or sociology is beneficial, but not mandatory.