Executive Director, Talent

Date: Sep 8, 2025

Location: US-NJ-Bridgewater, US

Company: Bausch + Lomb

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better.


Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries, extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future.

 

The Executive Director, Talent will lead global talent strategy and execution to build a strong leadership pipeline, and enhance colleague engagement, ensuring readiness for current and future business needs. This position will report to the Chief HR Officer and be a key member of the HR leadership team.

 

Responsibilities

  • Design and drive global talent management strategies, including succession planning, talent reviews, and executive development.
  • Develop and execute leadership development programs aligned with organizational goals and capability needs.
  • Oversee colleague performance management and engagement strategies across geographies.
  • Support global recruitment efforts, particularly US recruitment through RPO/agency and project-based TA support in ex-US markets. 
  • Partner with HR Business Partners and Business Leaders to align talent and performance initiatives with business strategy.
  • Collaborate with Total Rewards and HR Ops to ensure seamless integration of talent processes with compensation and systems.
  • Work with External Recruitment Partners (RPO/Agencies) to ensure timely, high-quality talent delivery.
  • Liaise with Communications to deliver consistent, values-aligned messaging.

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • At least 10 years of proven experience designing and implementing successful global talent management strategies, including attracting and developing talent.  Experience in life sciences preferred.
  • Strong experience in leadership development and performance management with a demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
  • Experience working with external recruitment partners and managing recruitment processes. 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills with knowledge of HR systems and technology.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

 

Note: This role is eligible for our hybrid work schedule allowing for up to 2 days/week of telecommuting from home and 3 days/week in our Bridgewater, NJ corporate office.

 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

 

For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting pay for this role is between $225,000.00 and $260,000.00.  The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors.

 

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. They may also be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, disability and life insurance,  a 401(k) plan and company match, a tuition reimbursement program (select degrees), company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive sick time, floating holidays and paid vacation.

 

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