People and Capability Partner

b_labs is the transformation and digitization arm of B.TECH, on a mission to change the industry as we know it. We spearhead tech innovation at B.TECH, an organization that has been a cornerstone of the Egyptian retail industry. We are the engine powering B.TECH in achieving its goal of becoming the leading omni-channel platform for consumer electronics and appliances in Egypt. By joining b_labs, you will benefit from a collaborative startup environment, while also enjoying the stability of working within a company that has achieved strong growth year after year. You will be part of a visionary, customer-focused team with an ambitious mission-to become a trailblazer for digital retail within the Middle East.

As a Talent Management Partner, you will lead the design and execution of performance, learning, and talent development strategies that drive employee growth and organizational effectiveness. You’ll work closely with leaders to ensure performance processes are embedded, talent is developed through structured plans like IDPs, and future capability needs are proactively addressed through strategic succession planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end performance management cycle, including goal setting, check-ins, feedback, calibration, and performance reviews.
• Provide coaching and tools to leaders to build a performance-driven culture based on transparency, accountability, and growth.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends, high/low performers, and inform workforce decisions.
• Continuously review and evolve the performance framework to ensure it remains relevant and enables high performance.
• Integrate performance feedback into development conversations and learning plans.
• Support embedding competency frameworks into performance management processes.
• Design and deliver learning programs aligned to business and capability needs, including leadership development, technical skills, and onboarding.
• Embed Individual Development Plans (IDPs) into learning initiatives, ensuring they are actionable, measurable, and regularly reviewed.
• Promote diverse learning approaches (digital, in-person, coaching, peer learning) and manage the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Evaluate learning impact through feedback, engagement, and business outcomes.
• Facilitate workshops and learning sessions that support professional growth across all levels.
• Support and coordinate talent reviews and succession planning cycles across business units.
• Use talent data and insights to identify critical roles, talent gaps, and readiness pipelines.
• Partner with leaders to create and implement IDPs for high-potential employees and successors.
• Track IDP progress as part of succession planning efforts to ensure readiness and career mobility.
• Support internal mobility and development pathways to retain key talent.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders on performance, learning, and talent strategies.
• Collaborate with People Partners to align performance and development strategies with broader HR initiatives.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to influence leadership decisions.

Build capability within the business by empowering managers to lead development conversations confidently.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a similar People & Capability, L&D, or Talent Management role.
• Demonstrated experience leading performance management processes and building development programs.
• Strong understanding of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) and their integration into career and succession planning.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
• Very good analytical and storytelling ability using talent data and performance insights.
• Strategic mindset with practical execution skills.
• Passion for enabling people and leaders to thrive.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
• A continuous improvement approach and a love for learning.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and deliver outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Office environment: When you come to our b_labs office, you'll find creative workspaces, a well-equipped kitchen, and an open design to foster collaboration between teams.

Flexibility: You know best whether you want to work from home or in the office. However, if you want to join your teammates onsite, we will subsidize the costs for lunch to foster the b_labs office community

Equipment: From "Day 1" you will receive all the equipment you need be successful at work. Therefore, you can choose your laptop and get all the tools you need to stay on top of your game.