Head of Talent and Business Partnership

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.

Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.

Job Title: Head of Talent and Business Partnership

Job Summary: As the Head of Talent at The Pokémon Company International, you will spearhead talent evolution and transformation in alignment with our business strategy. Collaborating closely with Business Leaders and People Partners, you will anticipate future talent needs, create a skills-building infrastructure, and implement innovative talent solutions. This role emphasizes developing an intuitive platform that fosters talent growth, prepares individuals for future roles, and establishes sustainable succession capacity within the organization.

What You’ll Do:           

Strategic Talent & Capability Transformation

• Partner with leaders to define and execute a talent evolution strategy aligned with our mission and values.  
• Develop skills-based models to anticipate and prepare for future roles.  
• Align talent initiatives with industry trends to enhance adaptability and agility.

Business Partnership & Organizational Design

• Serve as a trusted advisor, guiding organizational evolution and restructuring for agility and competitiveness.
• Drive initiatives that support business needs and talent transformation.  
• Promote cross-functional collaboration to integrate talent strategies into business planning.

Talent Planning & Skills Development

• Design and implement scalable global platforms that enhance talent architecture. 
•  Build a future-ready skills ecosystem by aligning talent planning with business strategy. 
• Lead initiatives for talent mobility, upskilling, and reskilling. 
• Establish frameworks to assess skill gaps and plan for development.

Digital-Enabled Talent Solutions

• Leverage AI-driven platforms to optimize talent insights and personalized learning experiences.  
• Implement data-driven strategies for enhancing talent intelligence and career mobility.  
• Promote the adoption of digital talent marketplaces and AI-powered skill-building tools.

Leadership & Capability Building

• Develop and execute leadership development programs to strengthen the leadership pipeline. 
• Measure and enhance leadership adaptability to drive business success. 
• Support leaders in navigating talent transformation initiatives.

What You’ll Bring:

Industry & Functional Experience

• 15+ years of experience, including 7+ years in leadership roles focused on global talent transformation. 
• Background in consulting, technology, or global enterprises with an emphasis on talent evolution. 
• Proven expertise in business transformation, HR strategy, and future-of-work initiatives.  

Business Transformation & Talent Strategy Expertise

• Experience in talent transformation planning within a global organization.  
• Strong understanding of business strategy and organizational evolution.  
• Ability to translate business needs into actionable talent strategies.

Skills Infrastructure & Platform Development 

• Proven track record in developing and launching scalable talent and skills platforms.  
• Experience in leveraging AI and data analytics to enhance talent capabilities. 
• Familiarity with skills intelligence frameworks and analytics.

Business Partnership & Influence

• Ability to engage and influence senior leaders effectively. 
• Strong executive presence with a capacity to drive strategic change. 
• Experience in translating business shifts into actionable talent strategies.

Leadership & People Management

• Demonstrated experience in building and leading teams focused on talent transformation. 
• Strong people leadership skills, emphasizing team development and engagement. 
• Capacity to develop cross-functional teams that drive innovation in talent transformation.

Why This Role is Special:

• At The Pokémon Company International, we prioritize creativity, efficiency, and global collaboration to ensure our brand thrives. This role is pivotal in shaping talent transformation, influencing business strategy, and driving organizational evolution. Join us in creating a legacy of inclusion, sustainability, and joy for fans worldwide. Collaborate with leaders and experts to pioneer AI-driven skills intelligence and workforce transformation, making a lasting impact on talent architecture.
• If you are passionate about fostering talent evolution through innovation and collaboration, we encourage you to apply and help us delight fans through exceptional products and experiences while making a positive impact on the world.

Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between $216,000.00 - $257,000 per year. The full range is $216,000.00 - $325,000.00 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

How you’ll be successful

• Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
• Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.  
• Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
• Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve. 
• Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.  
• Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.

What to expect

• An innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.
• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
• Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
• Generous paid family leave.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
• US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
• UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Commuter benefit.
• LinkedIn learning.
• Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
• Hybrid work environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at accommodationrequest_ta@pokemon.com.