Career Development and HR Manager

We are a leading financial institution, a key player in the Maltese market and part of a highly diversified multi-national group of companies. Employing a team of 270 employees, the Bank offers a full range of lending and savings solutions to both personal and business customers. We strive to offer a highly personalised service through our network of thirteen retail branches spread across the Maltese Islands.

We are a team of inspired people who believe that opportunities start with a conversation.

The Career Development Manager designs and manages programs to support career growth, skill enhancement, and professional development. This role aligns initiatives with company strategic goals, employee aspirations, and market demands, while supporting the HR function as required. The ideal candidate must have a solid training background and strong leadership and communication skills.

Strategic Leadership

• Assist in developing and implementing HR strategies aligned with the Bank’s overall goals and strategic objectives. 
• Provide guidance to senior management on career development matters. 

Program Development & Management

• Design and implement career development and upskilling programs, workshops that align to the Bank's strategic goals. 
• Conduct ongoing liaison with the various Heads of Department to identify and address skill gaps within the organisation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of development programs and make necessary adjustments by monitoring and reviewing the progress of trainees. 
• Develop effective induction programs for new staff and apprentices. 
• Stay updated with the latest training trends and technologies. 
• Assist with the setting up of training annual budgets and monitor them. 
• Ensure that statutory training requirements are strictly adhered to.

HR Management

• Assist with the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures that comply with legal requirements and promote a positive work environment. 
• Assist with managing employee relations, including handling of grievances, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution. 
• Assist with the performance management exercise and provide guidance and feedback to employees and managers as required. 
• Assist with exit interviews and one to one meetings, analyse the relative outcome, and act on any feedback/escalate as necessary. 

Talent Acquisition and Retention

• Assist with the recruitment process by creating retention programs to attract and retain talent, interviewing and assist in effective onboarding. 
• Promote a positive work environment. 
• Maintain an ongoing liaison with different Heads of Department/Units/Line Managers and employees. 

Compensation and Benefits

• Assist with the managing of compensation structures, benefits, and incentives. 

Employee Support

• Provide and manage one-on-one career coaching and mentoring sessions to employees.
• Facilitate discussions on career transitions, growth opportunities, and leadership development.

Market Research & Trends

• Stay updated on industry trends, skill demands, and emerging career opportunities.
• Advise leadership on talent market trends and workforce development strategies.

Competencies & Experience

• The potential candidate should be reliable and trustworthy, well-organised with a disposition to learn and have a team-oriented approach. 

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in HR Management and Career Development, with particular focus on designing, delivering and coordinating training programmes, preferably within the financial services industry. 
• Strong knowledge of career development practices and strategies.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, communication, and coaching skills.
• A high level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with employees at all levels. 
• Good knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Maltese and English. 
• A lifelong learning approach with a proactive and flexible approach to work.
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, local labour laws, and best practices. 

A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Training, Organisational Development, Occupational Psychology, or related field will be considered as an asset. It is also considered an asset to have knowledge of UK HR related legislative framework and employment practices. 

• Ongoing personal development; 
• Preferential interest rates on home loans, personal loans and home value loans; 
• Comprehensive support for academic advancement through fully subsidized staff study loans; 
• Private clinic health insurance coverage, extendable to dependants; 
• Life insurance and personal accident cover; 
• Free ophthalmic examinations; 
• Private counselling sessions in collaboration with Richmond Foundation; 
• Additional half-day leave for birthday celebrations; 
• Annual performance appraisals and salary reviews; 
• €250 annual wellness allowance; 
• Complimentary mammogram screenings for female employees aged over 40 and PSA screenings for male employees aged over 40; 
• Flexible work arrangements (role permitting); and 
• Various corporate discounts. 
• BNF Bank plc is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The mission of this role is to design, implement, and oversee career development initiatives and HR strategies that align with the bank's strategic goals. By fostering employee growth, ensuring compliance with HR policies, and promoting a positive and inclusive work environment, the role aims to enhance organizational effectiveness and support the attraction, development, and retention of top talent.