Head of Global Talent Acquisition

At Franklin Templeton, we believe success is built through powerful partnerships. As a forward-thinking asset manager, we build dynamic relationships with clients, understand their goals, and navigate complex markets together. We leverage cutting-edge strategies and deep insights to unlock opportunities for long-term wealth creation. Our talented, global teams bring expertise that is both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive culture to our globally diverse business, we offer opportunities to help you reach your potential and contribute to our clients’ success.

About the Department

Talent Acquisition plays a critical role in supporting business growth by attracting, hiring, and retaining exceptional talent across all regions and business areas. Working closely with Talent Management, Human Resources Business Partners, and senior leaders, the team combines recruitment expertise, workforce planning, market intelligence, and talent insights to build future-ready talent pipelines and strengthen organizational capability. You will be joining us at an exciting stage in our development, having recently implemented a talent intelligence platform, and will help lead the next chapter of our journey, navigating the opportunities and challenges ahead.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver Franklin Templeton’s global talent acquisition strategy.
• Create a consistent global recruitment framework while allowing flexibility to meet regional market requirements.
• Lead all recruitment activity worldwide across experienced hire, early career, and executive.
• Partner with business leaders to align hiring with workforce plans.
• Build a proactive talent strategy that strengthens organizational capability and succession planning.
• Drive adoption of artificial intelligence and recruitment technologies.
• Enhance employer branding and talent marketing strategies.
• Use analytics to improve hiring outcomes and decision making.
• Lead and develop a high-performing global Talent Acquisition team.

Requirements

• Significant Talent Acquisition leadership experience within a global organization.
• Demonstrated success leading enterprise-wide recruitment strategies across multiple international markets.
• Experience across executive, professional, and early careers hiring.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Professional Human Resources or Talent Acquisition qualification preferred.
• Executive Search, Workforce Planning, or Talent Management certifications advantageous.

Skills

Technical Skills

• Deep understanding of recruitment technology and automation, including ATS, CRM platforms, recruitment marketing tools, talent intelligence platforms, and AI platforms.
• Strong workforce planning and organizational capability knowledge.
• Ability to use market intelligence and analytics to guide decisions.

Soft Skills

• Strong commercial and strategic thinking.
• Executive stakeholder influence and partnership skills.
• Excellent communication and change leadership capabilities.
• Data-driven approach to problem solving and decision making.
• Collaborative leadership style with high integrity and accountability.

Schedule

This role will require 3 days per week in the office.

Location

New York, Boston, San Mateo, St Petersburg, London, Edinburgh

Pay

We expect the annual salary for this position to range between $180,000 - $250,000, depending on location and level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus.

Benefits

Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards, designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results.

• Paid Time Off: Three weeks of PTO in your first year.
• Health Coverage: Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance to support your well-being.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with an 85% company match on pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to IRS limits.
• Equity & Investing: Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP) with discounted share purchase opportunities.
• Learning & Development: Education Assistance Program (LEAP) to support your ongoing growth and career advancement.
• Employee Investment Benefits: Opportunity to purchase company funds with no sales charge.