Emma O'sullivan
About Emma O'sullivan
Emma O'Sullivan serves as the Global Head of Talent Development for Commercial Banking at HSBC, a position she has held since 2018. With a background in talent management and consulting, she has extensive experience in various sectors and a strong focus on enabling individuals to reach their potential.
Current Role at HSBC
Emma O'Sullivan serves as the Global Head of Talent Development in Commercial Banking at HSBC. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the strategic direction of talent management within the organization. Her role focuses on enhancing talent development initiatives to support the growth and performance of the commercial banking sector.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Emma O'Sullivan has a notable history with HSBC, where she worked in various roles. She was the Head of Talent Management for Group Talent from 2016 to 2017 and served as the Global Talent Lead for Commercial Banking from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she held positions as Group Talent Manager and Senior Talent Specialist from 2014 to 2015. Her tenure at HSBC has spanned multiple years, allowing her to gain extensive experience in talent management.
Consulting Background at Deloitte
Before her extensive career at HSBC, Emma O'Sullivan worked at Deloitte as a Senior Consultant from 2007 to 2014. During her seven years at Deloitte, she developed a strong consulting skillset and gained experience in navigating complex stakeholder landscapes, which has been beneficial in her subsequent roles in talent management.
Educational Background
Emma O'Sullivan studied at University College Cork, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Geography and English from 2002 to 2005. She furthered her education at University College Dublin, completing a Higher Diploma in Business Studies at Smurfit Business School from 2005 to 2006. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her career in talent development.
Areas of Expertise
Emma O'Sullivan specializes in several key areas including strategy embedding and execution, change management, and leadership development. She possesses expertise in diversity and inclusion, stakeholder communication and engagement, and organizational development. Her keen interest lies in enabling individuals to fulfill their potential through effective talent management and development.