Investments Talent and Training Director

Investments Talent and Training Director

Mercer is hiring for the Investments Talent and Training Director role. This hybrid role can be based in New York, Boston, King of Prussia, Chicago, St. Louis, or Atlanta, with at least three days in the office per week.

What you will do

• Lead development and execution of talent strategies across the US Investments organization, focusing on recruitment, assessment, training, and development.
• Collaborate with the Investment Client Office, HR, Learning & Development, and senior leadership to establish formal training protocols, success metrics, and career development pathways.
• Report on talent development progress and provide strategic insights to senior leadership to support organizational growth.
• Collaborate closely with the offshore investments team to align talent strategies, share best practices, and foster a unified culture.
• Oversee talent profiles and assessment processes for investment professionals, including performance reviews, promotion decisions, and competency evaluations, in partnership with the Wealth Leadership Team.
• Drive design and implementation of competency frameworks, onboarding programs, and promotion criteria to ensure a high-caliber investments talent pipeline.
• Manage and coordinate targeted investment learning opportunities and development initiatives.
• Establish and maintain a formal training program for People Managers and junior staff, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous learning and professional growth.
• Monitor and report on talent metrics, providing insights to senior leadership to inform strategic decisions.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and professional growth across the organization.

What you need to have

What would make you stand out

Why Mercer

Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan, is a global leader helping clients realize investment objectives and shape the future of work. Marsh McLennan is committed to diversity and hybrid work. All colleagues are expected to be in the office or onsite at least three days per week.

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