Talent Advisor Senior (Executive & Hi Potential)

Why USAA?

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

The Opportunity

Do you want to a real impact on shaping executive leadership talent practices and driving organizational impact? At USAA, we're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be part of a mission-driven organization that values its employees and is committed to growing careers and developing exceptional leaders.

As our Senior Talent Strategy Advisor supporting senior executives and key talent segments, such as High Potentials or successors, you will play a lead role in planning, coordination, and execution of critical talent programs and initiatives that foster a culture promoting long-term executive success and capabilities. A track record of over-achievement in designing and delivering high-impact leadership programs and experiences across executive levels, and proven partnership with executives and HR Business Partners is essential.

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Charlotte, NC, Plano, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Colorado Springs, CO, Chesapeake, VA, or Tampa, FL.

Relocation assistance is available for this position.

What you'll do:

• Consult with business leaders to develop and implement talent programs and solutions to address key business needs and strategies.

• Participate in projects from strategy to implementation.

• Develop and deliver data-driven insights and materials to support talent practices and talent deliverables.

• Create and manage programs for specific employee populations, such as military-affiliated talent, high potential talent, and any other key segments as well as critical skills for the future of the workforce.

• Use data analytics to inform leadership development talent strategies, proactively identify skill development opportunities based on business needs, identify trends, and measure program effectiveness (ROI).

• Contribute to the management of vendor relationships and partners with USAA procurement to ensure optimal outcomes.  

• Ensure risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures

What you have:

• Bachelor's degree required. 4 additional years of related experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

• 6+ years of experience in talent program and process development and implementation with a focus on talent development (e.g. coaching, mentoring, rotations, leadership development, talent pipeline planning, learning, skills management).

• Knowledge of various talent management technology solutions.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, particularly when working with senior executives.

• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic talent management initiatives.

• Uses technology, AI, and/or automation to work efficiently

• Stays attuned to advancement in research and practice and applies those insights to work.

• Demonstrates a structured approach to problem solving while balancing competing priorities.

What sets you apart:

• Experience developing and managing world-class talent management programs in large, Fortune 500 organizations.

• Track record of infusing evidence-based solutions in a business-savvy practical way.

• Knowledge of AI-based talent platforms (e.g., Eightfold, Lightcast, Percipio).

• Experience or knowledge in taking a skills-based approach to talent.

• Ability to influence without authority, especially across leadership and matrixed environments.

• US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner.

• Top Skills: Talent program experience (p