Director, Instructor Talent Management

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Barry’s is the Best Workout in the WorldTM®. Founded in West Hollywood in 1998, it’s the original strength and cardio interval fitness experience that provides an immersive, high-intensity, one-hour workout that’s as effective as it is fun. Our fitness classes alternate between working out with weights and running on a treadmill. Each day focuses on a different muscle group in order to achieve real results and to prevent injuries. Our program is designed to tone muscle and maximize fat loss, while spiking the metabolism for up to 48 hours following the class.

Please be aware that smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of Barry’s studios and corporate offices.

About the role

The Director of Instructor Talent Management reports to the Senior Director of Talent. This leadership role is responsible for managing and optimizing the performance, development, and engagement of our instructor population while ensuring alignment with Barry’s core values of excellence, innovation, and inclusivity. They exhibit passion for the Barry’s brand. Through strategic and dynamic leadership, focus on inspiring, and developing the creative and driven instructors across multiple regions. The Director will collaborate across departments and lead the talent organization with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, while fostering a culture of growth, performance, and personal development.

What you'll do

Team Leadership

• Inspire, mentor, and motivate instructors, fostering an environment of creativity, accountability, and personal growth
• Lead with vision, guiding the instructor population through Barry’s values and culture, while supporting the team’s goals and professional aspirations
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment by engaging with cross-functional teams and leaders across the organization
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across all levels of the instructor team to ensure representation and inclusivity
• Drive team engagement through regular feedback, career pathing, and professional development initiatives
• Ensure consistent performance management and goal setting aligned with the company’s growth objectives
• Maintain presence by traveling to markets 

Strategic Responsibilities

• Partner with People & Culture, Strategy, Operations, and Talent teams to manage performance, and develop talent strategies that align with business goals and market needs
• Drive DEI strategies, monitor progress, and implement initiatives to ensure an equitable and diverse talent pool across regions and markets
• Regularly review and assess team performance using qualitative and quantitative metrics to inform decision-making and drive improvements
• Collaborate with leadership on instructor compensation planning, including reviewing compensation bands and ensuring equitable structures
• Actively participate in curriculum development, offering insights based on instructor feedback and field performance
• Maintain a strong pipeline of instructor talent by partnering with the Talent Recruitment team on sourcing, onboarding, and retention efforts

Operational Responsibilities

• Manage the performance, career development, compensation, and scheduling of instructors within specific regions
• Oversee the administration of performance reviews, corrective actions, and career development plans for all instructors
• Ensure instructors’ adherence to KPIs, product