Senior Manager, Talent Management

About Working at Commerce 

Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.  

Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.

Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after more than 155 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk. 

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $131,500.00 - $157,000.00 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)

About This Job

The main purpose of this job is to assess and anticipate HR-related needs for the business and seek to develop integrated solutions by partnering across the Talent Management function. This role is responsible for proactively working with executive management in designated markets or segments to align Talent Management services with their business objectives.

Essential Functions

• Serve as an advisor and strategic partner to leaders on talent management related issues, such as retention, organizational structure, performance management, policy interpretation, employee relations, conflict resolution, etc.

• Consult with executive management as a strategic partner; understanding their business to effectively provide advice, and at times, challenge thinking, on talent management needs

• Lead a portion of the Talent Management team; provide coaching and development to Talent Management Managers/Consultants and ensure they have the necessary consulting, relationship building, problem solving, data literacy skills, and employee relations skills

• Provide guidance on creation and implementation of company policies and Talent Management Consulting processes

• Use data to inform executive management about levers they can pull to address workforce issues, such as, retention or morale

• Partner with Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, Inclusion, Talent Experience and Culture to have a coordinated response to business needs, provide solutions/insights into changing business needs and internal talent perspectives

• Represent and provide input into large projects for the Talent Management function that enhance efficiency of the team, meet new regulations, support new talent management, or bank initiatives

• Serve as point of contact for broad team member communications for the market or campus (events, emergencies, campaigns)

• Be visible and involved in the community via organizations or events that are important to the bank or that enhance our employee brand internally and externally

• Lead, mentor and motivate team members to implement the department strategy and manage department workflow with guidance on departmental projects/issues, and provide coaching and development opportunities appropriate to each direct report's individual needs

• Perform all necessary management functions, including hiring, evaluations, annual increase allocations and disciplinary action as required

• Communicate decisions, priorities and relevant information to team members effectively

• Support budget management, planning and expenditure

• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Broad knowledge of many disciplines within Human Resources, such as inclusion, compensation, benefits, talent experience and recruiting

• Proven ability to handle employee relations issues and strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations

• Ability to empathize with others and instill trust

• Excellent stakeholder management and ability to develop good work relationships across the organization, knowledge of organizational structure and decision makers

• Demonstrate ability to advise and consult; skilled at influencing and challenging thought

• Good change management and project management capabilities

• Solid Business acumen/financial literacy – ability to assess financial impact, learn about the business and apply insights

• Ability to thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment and is collaborative, accountable, and self-motivated

• Intermediate literacy kn