Head of Talent Management

Why we are here
Tony’s Chocolonely is committed to ending exploitation in cocoa. We are an impact company that makes chocolate, not a chocolate company that makes impact. With incredibly tasty chocolate, we lead by example, demonstrating that ethical practices and success can go hand in hand. Through Tony's Open Chain (TOC), mission allies like Albert Heijn, Ben & Jerry's, Jokolade, and Aldi have embraced a fairer, more transparent supply chain for their chocolate too.

What you will do
We are looking for a Head of Talent Management to shape and deliver Tony’s global, end‑to‑end Talent agenda. In this role, you will be responsible for driving the Talent Management, Learning & Development, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and Talent Acquisition agenda across our international footprint.

You will lead and develop a Talent team consisting of:

• A Talent Acquisition Manager (with two direct reports), and

• An L&D Specialist (to be recruited)

You will work in close partnership with the Chief People & Culture, the People & Culture Leads team, People Partners, Chiefs, and Country Managers to drive continuous improvement, transformation, and operational excellence across all Talent domains.

Strong stakeholder management, a strategic mindset, and the ability to translate vision into action will be key to success in this role. The position sits within the People & Culture team and plays a critical role in building a future-ready organization that lives and breathes Tony’s mission.

All wrapped up, in this role you'll

• Shape Tony’s global Talent strategy: Co‑create and drive our end‑to‑end Talent strategy in close partnership with the Chief People & Culture and senior leaders, ensuring strong alignment with Tony’s business priorities and long‑term ambitions.

• Lead Talent transformation: Own and manage the global Talent budget, lead cross‑company talent projects, and drive continuous improvement, transformation, and process optimization across the People & Culture landscape.

• Build future‑ready talent: Design and deliver Tony’s full Talent Management approach, including the Growth Cycle, Talent Forums, succession planning, retention, and career development—creating consistent yet flexible frameworks that work globally and locally.

• Develop inspiring leaders: Set and execute the leadership development strategy, designing scalable programs that embed Tony’s values, leadership principles, and DEI ambitions while supporting leadership growth and transitions at all levels.

• Design impactful learning journeys: Shape and deliver Tony’s global Learning & Development strategy, build scalable learning solutions, oversee our LMS, and co‑create onboarding and team development programs that enable individual growth and high‑performing teams.

• Own global Talent Acquisition: Lead the global Talent Acquisition strategy and end‑to‑end processes, including hiring, employer branding, early careers, contractor management, and talent technologies—ensuring inclusive, efficient, and values‑aligned practices.

• Champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Drive Tony’s DE&I agenda across all talent areas, embedding equity and inclusion into hiring, learning, leadership, and talent processes, while partnering closely with senior stakeholders on long‑term cultural change.

• Lead and grow the team: Lead, develop, and inspire a high‑impact team, fostering a culture of ownership, learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Be a trusted thought partner: Act as a strategic advisor to Chiefs, People Partners, and Country Leadership teams, and lead Talent and P&C forums using strong data, insights, and storytelling to support decision‑making across Tony’s.