Skills Strategy & Talent Agility Lead 80-100%

We are seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Skills Strategy & Talent Agility Lead to design, build, and deploy a strategic skills framework that directly aligns with our core business growth priorities. You will be responsible for identifying critical skills required for future growth, enabling a "skills-first" culture, and driving widespread adoption across the organization to change mindsets from "jobs" to "capabilities." and equip leaders and employees to succeed in a fast-changing environment.

What you will do

Skills Framework Development & Strategy

• Identify & Map Critical Skills: Define, categorize, and map critical skills (technical, functional, and leadership) necessary to achieve 1–3-year business priorities, working in collaboration with business leaders, HRBP, and L&D.
• Develop Skills Taxonomy: Refine an agile, iterative skills taxonomy that creates a common language for talent across the enterprise, including proficiency levels (beginner to expert). 
• Futureproofing: Continuously review industry trends, AI advancements, and technological shifts to update the framework, ensuring long-term adaptability. 

Driving Adoption & Change Management

• Mindset Shift Campaign: Lead change management initiatives to shift organization mindsets from rigid job descriptions to flexible skill-based capabilities.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Influence senior leadership and department heads to adopt the framework and embed skills in performance management, recruitment, and career pathing. 
• Adoption Strategy: Create and execute a communication and training strategy to drive adoption of the skills platform/framework by managers and employees. 
• Collaborate with Group Talent and Business Leaders to integrate skills into talent processes (recruitment, performance, succession, learning pathways).

Strategic Alignment & Data-Driven Insights

• Gap Analysis & Benchmarking: Conduct skill gap analyses using AI-powered (Korn Ferry) tools to compare current workforce capabilities against required future capabilities.
• Workforce Planning: Use data to support HRBP and leaders on identifying talent shortages, succession planning, and upskilling/reskilling initiatives.
• Performance Metrics: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of the skills framework, such as increased internal mobility, HIPO retention, faster internal hiring, and improved employee productivity. 

Employee Empowerment

• Utilize KF self-assessment tools and learning pathways that help employees take ownership of their growth.
• Offer transparent access to the skills framework, so every employee understands career progression opportunities and required skills.
• Promote a culture where skills development is part of everyday work.

What you bring

• Strategic Workforce Planning: Experience in organisational development, linking business strategy to workforce capabilities.
• Change Management: Track record in driving cultural or behavioural change, ideally in large organizations.
• Stakeholder Management: Ability to influence and align diverse groups (business, HR, leaders, employees).
• Learning & Development: Knowledge of modern adult learning, upskilling/reskilling, and career development strategies.
• Data-driven Decision Making: Ability to define, track, and analyse impact metrics.
• Agile Mindset: Comfortable with ambiguity, proactive in adapting frameworks based on feedback.

What Success Looks Like

• A living skills framework that drives Zurich’s strategic goals and talent priorities.
• Increased adoption of new skills and measurable mindset shift among leaders and employees.
• Leaders are more confident in developing, deploying, and retaining talent.
• Employees feel empowered and own their career growth.
• Clear evidence of improved business outcomes tied to workforce development.

You belong here. 

Imagine working in one of the world’s most sustainable workplaces. At Quai Zurich Campus , you’ll enjoy an environment designed to help you thrive, with benefits that support your well-being and impact, and opportunities to perform at your best, surrounded by top talent and supportive colleagues.  
You’ll have access to healthy food options, fitness facilities, and bright, collaborative spaces that spark creativity. Located in the heart of Zurich on the shores of Lake Zurich, the campus offers excellent public transportation links, making your commute simple. 
Grow with us through access to learning resources, on-the-job development, and continuous empowerment and support. Be part of a team that is creating a brighter future together. 

About Us 

Zurich is a leading multi-line insurer, serving over 82 million customers in more than 200 countries and territories with more than 65,000 employees.
For over 150 years, Zurich has been transforming insurance – offering not just protection, but also prevention services that promote well-being and climate resilience.
Guided by our purpose to ‘create a brighter future together,’ we aim to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world. 

We look forward to receiving your online application today!

Information for recruitment agencies

Zurich does not accept any applications from recruitment agencies for this position. We refuse any responsibility for unsolicited applications, as well as any associated fees. 

Why Zurich

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right? 

We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that’s what makes our team so great! 
Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet .

• Location(s):  CH - Zürich 
• Remote working: No
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Mélina Carnal