Head of Talent, Learning

Connect with Eutelsat

Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat – the world's first GEO-LEO integrated global satellite operator.

As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions - connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world. We can connect you at on land, at sea and in the air. We also deliver broadcast television channels and packages, transmitting vital news reports around the world.

With Eutelsat You'll Get To:

Pioneer the future of Space Technology

Bring connectivity to remote frontiers

Collaborate with customer-centric experts

Embrace cultural diversity in our global team

In a dynamic industry where passion drives our teams to make a difference to become the most trusted partner for global satellite connectivity, you will elevate your skills in a stretching, rewarding, and meaningful environment. At Eutelsat, we're united by inclusion and diversity, striving for gender balance and social responsibility, on Earth and in Space.

Why Eutelsat?

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are proud that one-third of our executive team and 60% of our board are represented by women.

Ways of Working That Drive Us : As "One Team," we work collaboratively towards shared goals, with customer-centricity, respect, and inclusivity as our guiding principles.

Sustainability at Our Core: At Eutelsat, sustainability is more than just a word; it's woven into our strategy. We're dedicated to balancing social, environmental, and economic growth — both on Earth and in space.

Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible schedules and hybrid work options to help you balance your personal and professional life. At Eutelsat, we are committed to supporting your well-being and ensuring you have the flexibility you need to succeed both at work and at home.

Job Overview
Eutelsat is undergoing a major business transformation as it evolves into a multi-orbit telecommunications leader.

We are looking for an experienced Talent and Learning leader to help the organisation develop the critical skills, talent pipelines and workforce capabilities required to support this transformation.

This is a hands‐on role combining Talent Management, Succession Planning, Learning & Development, Skills Management and Workforce Planning. The successful candidate will work closely with HR Business Partners and business leaders to build practical and scalable solutions that support business priorities, strengthen internal mobility and prepare the workforce for future capability needs.

The role manages one direct report responsible for the day-to-day coordination of learning activities and works in close partnership with HR teams supporting learning operations and administration.

What You'll Do:

Workforce Planning, Skills & Career Development

Lead workforce planning activities to identify critical capability needs and future skills requirements.

Maintain and evolve Eutelsat's competency framework and job architecture.

Assess workforce capabilities and identify key skills gaps across the organisation.

Support the GEO-to-LEO skills transition through targeted reskilling and redeployment initiatives.

Strengthen internal mobility and career development opportunities.

Provide workforce and skills insights to support business and people decisions.

2. Talent Management & Succession Planning

Lead the annual Talent Review and People Review processes.

Identify key talent and critical roles across the organisation.

Strengthen succession planning for leadership, expert and business-critical positions.

Develop talent pipelines and career development opportunities.

Partner with HR Business Partners and leaders to support talent development and retention.

Ensure talent priorities are aligned with future business and capability needs.

3. Learning & Capability Development

Define and implement the Group learning strategy.

Develop learning pathways supporting technical, leadership and professional capabilities.

Deliver reskilling and upskilling initiatives supporting the GEO-to-LEO transition.

Partner with subject matter experts to facilitate knowledge transfer and capability development.

Support leadership development and manager capability programmes.

Monitor learning impact and continuously improve learning offerings.

4. Learning Operations & Digital Platforms

Oversee the Group learning ecosystem, including Docebo and Udemy.

Manage one Learning & Talent Operations resource responsible for day-to-day coordination and learning administration.

Partner with HR teams supporting learning delivery and operations.