Director, Talent & Leadership

ASM is looking for a Talent Management Director reporting to the Global Head of Talent, Leadership & Culture (TLC). You will work closely with other Center of Excellence teams, HR Business Partners (HRBPs), and business leaders to accelerate change across all COE critical pillars. 

Working as an individual contributor, you will be responsible for co-developing the ASM Talent Management strategy with an in-depth understanding of business priorities and talent needs required to strengthen the leadership bench across the organization. A critical dimension of this role is bringing outside-in perspectives, continuously scanning the semiconductor ecosystem and the broader technology industry for emerging talent trends, best practices, and competitive intelligence to ensure ASM's talent frameworks remain future-ready and ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving market. 

The incumbent is also responsible for supporting HRBPs in identifying talent through potential and performance assessments, engaging and retaining talent through high-touch, relevant initiatives, and supporting top talent development and succession management. The Talent Management Director also contributes to driving the Leadership Development curricula as well as critical talent processes and ExCo and Supervisory Board Talent presentations. 

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

Outside-In Perspective & Thought Leadership 

• Bring outside-in perspectives by actively benchmarking ASM's talent practices against semiconductor peers and leading technology companies, identifying gaps and opportunities to elevate our talent frameworks, processes, and initiatives 

• Monitor emerging trends in talent management, leadership development, workforce planning, and organizational design across the semiconductor value chain and adjacent high-tech industries, translating insights into actionable recommendations for ASM 

• Develop thought leadership and relevant points of view on Talent Management, enabling ASM to leverage "Buy, Build, and Bridge" talent solutions grounded in industry best practices and market intelligence 

• Cultivate and maintain a robust external network of talent management professionals, industry analysts, academic institutions, and thought leaders to ensure a continuous flow of fresh perspectives into the organization 

• Act as an active participant and visible representative in Talent Management conferences, industry forums, and professional communities, bringing back insights that inform ASM's talent agenda 

Talent Strategy & Processes 

• Co-define and co-implement strategic Talent priorities with the Global Head of Talent, Leadership & Culture in line with the business strategy and ASM's growth trajectory 

• Own end-to-end Talent Management processes including Talent Reviews, Talent Deep Dives with ExCo members, KPIs and data reporting, People Managers Playbook, succession planning, retention framework, and leadership potential calibration sessions 

• Design and implement innovative, high-impact talent management programs to improve the bench strength of leadership talent across all entities and geographies 

• Support the top talent nomination process linked to ASM's flagship Leadership Development programs 

• Monitor the effectiveness of talent initiatives through the ASM Talent Dashboard, aligned with Learning and Talent Acquisition dashboards, ensuring data-driven decision-making 

Stakeholder Engagement & Consulting 

• Act as a trusted point of contact to managers at all levels on Talent Management topics, actively consulting with HRBPs and the Global Head of Talent, Leadership & Culture 

• Develop strong, credible relationships with senior leaders, managers, employees, and HR colleagues across the organization, managing expectations related to talent management and career development 

• Train and equip managers to understand Talent Review pillars — including potential, performance over time, and retention assessments — developing consistent language, tools, and awareness across the organization 

Development, Coaching & Alignment 

• Coach employees and managers on career development topics and drive coaching and mentoring initiatives across the organization 

• Align Talent initiatives with Learning & Development and Talent Acquisition priorities to ensure an integrated talent ecosystem 

• Drive operational activities linked to Talent Management and Leadership Development initiatives (e.g., budget management, vendor management, HR Services-related activities), role-modeling operational excellence 

Requirements: 

Experience & Expertise 

• 15+ years of progressive experience in HR and Talent / Culture Centers of Excellence, with deep expertise in talent management, executive leadership development, succession planning, coaching, competency frameworks, program design and delivery 

• Semiconductor or technology industry experience strongly preferred demonstrated ability to understand the unique talent dynamics of high-growth, innovation-driven environments with complex global operations and engineering-intensive workforces 

• Proven experience in role design and executive-level staffing within the context of strategic change, business transformation, and rapid organizational scaling 

• Track record of developing and implementing enterprise-wide people strategies within forward-thinking, globally matrixed organizations 

• Strong understanding of business performance and strategy; financially and commercially literate at a senior level 

• Excellent talent assessment skills with the ability to identify key areas of strength required for exceptional performance across different roles, levels, and contexts 

Skills & Competencies 

• Exceptional analytical and benchmarking skills able to synthesize external market data, industry trends, and competitive intelligence into clear, actionable talent strategies 

• Robust design, facilitation, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously 

• Excellent presentation and storytelling skills, with experience preparing materials for executive and board-level audiences 

• Strong consulting mindset,able to influence without authority and build trust with senior stakeholders across functions and geographies 

• Data-driven approach to measuring talent program effectiveness and ROI 

Education & Certifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, Education, or a related field; Master's degree preferred 

• Coaching certification (ICF or equivalent) is a plus 

• Assessment certifications such as Hogan, MBTI, Insights Discovery, or similar are a plus 

Personal Attributes 

• Self-driven, innovative thinker with a natural curiosity for what's next in the talent landscape and the courage to challenge the status quo 

• Mature, self-confident, and clear about own personal drivers, willing and able to self-reflect and learn 

• Driven by a strong sense of ethics and integrity 

• Discreet, with a reputation as a confidential and trusted advisor 

• Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence 

• Collaborative team player who thrives in a global, multicultural environment 

Why join ASM? 

You will get to work and grow in a very dynamic, high-tech and international company that has an open culture and a flat organizational structure. You will lead and/support cross-functional effort among different departments/regions whilst you have the opportunity to drive innovation, leave your own mark and deliver excellence. At ASM, excellence, dedication and professionalism pay off. You resolve the right challenges, and we reward your efforts and performance.