This research project focuses on identifying the roles played by leaders and line managers in talent management and development within a working environment of an organisation, with a case study of Next plc in the UK retail industry. The study uses quantitative research methods and a questionnaire to gather data, and finds that talent management is vital for improving productivity and employee skills, and that leaders and managers play important roles in making talent management successful. The study recommends that organisations focus on timely training and learning sessions.