Talent & Development Manager

SAMY is a global network of independent marketing and communications agencies, using research, technology, strategy, creativity, and performance to deliver impactful, data-driven solutions and drive growth for brands. With over 1000 employees in 15+ offices across 18 countries (Europe, U.S., Latin America) and operating in 55 markets, SAMY serves over 100 leading clients, specializing in award-winning, end-to-end digital campaigns.

Mission

The role will lead talent strategy across recruitment planning, career development, performance processes, and learning programs in SAMY Global.

This role works closely with the Global HR team and reports directly to People Transformation Director. It acts as a strategic HR Business Partner to leadership, ensuring the organization attracts, develops, and retains high-performing talent aligned with business goals.

Key Responsibilities

1. Workforce Planning & Recruitment Alignment

• Partner closely with the Global Staffer and hiring managers to detect talent needs proactively.

• Identify workforce gaps (internal and external hiring needs).

• Support recruitment strategy and ensure alignment with business growth plans.

• Stay involved in the hiring process until the role is filled (onboarding will not be owned directly but may be supported strategically).

2. Talent Development & Career Growth

• Own and oversee career development frameworks across the organization.

• Design and implement career path models and progression plans.

• Ensure continuous development for employees throughout their lifecycle (especially mid-level roles).

• Actively monitor individual growth, performance evolution, and internal mobility opportunities.

• Develop structured coaching and career plans.

3. Learning & Training Programs

• Design and coordinate internal and external training programs.

• Build a structured annual training plan aligned with business strategy.

• Identify development priorities and partner with external providers when needed.

• Measure training effectiveness and ROI.

4. Performance Management & Internal Processes

• Lead and coordinate performance review cycles.

• Ensure performance evaluation frameworks are consistent, fair, and development-oriented.

• Support managers in feedback, evaluation, and talent conversations.

• Implement improvement plans and talent development initiatives.

5. Strategic HR Business Partnering

• Act as HRBP for leadership teams in Spain, aligned with global HR strategy.

• Collaborate with the Global HRBP team on coaching plans and leadership development.

• Identify succession plans and high-potential talent.

• Contribute to global talent initiatives while adapting them locally.

Skills Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Talent Development, HRBP, or similar strategic HR roles.

• Strong experience in performance management and career path design.

• Experience managing L&D budgets.

• Ability to work cross-functionally with global teams.

• Strategic mindset with strong execution capabilities.

• Fluent in Spanish and English.

• Based in Madrid.

Cultural Fit
If you are kind, collaborative and driven by excellence, you will thrive here. We work without silos or egos, we give sharp feedback, and we execute with precision towards shared goals. If you take ownership of your decisions, your performance and your results, this is your place.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule and hybrid work options

• Internal Mobility, Referral Program

• 24th and 31st December holidays & celebrate your birthday with a day off

• Ana many more!