Manager, Talent Development Strategy & Executive Programs

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Position Summary

The Manager, Talent Development Strategy & Executive Programs supports the design, coordination, and evolution of learning strategies that enable leadership growth, business capability, and organizational readiness. This role works closely with HR, business stakeholders, and learning teams to translate enterprise priorities into a clear, actionable development roadmap.

This manager will play a key role in supporting executive development initiatives for the most senior leaders, as well as designing and managing enterprise-wide high potential programs that build a strong leadership pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and activation of the enterprise learning and leadership strategy aligned to business and workforce goals
• Engage with stakeholders to gather the voice of the customer and ensure ongoing socialization of talent development strategies
• Establish and lead a senior Talent Council to guide enterprise development offerings
• Lead the coordination, design, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide high potential programs and leadership pipeline initiatives
• Partner on the design and implementation of executive development experiences in partnership with senior HR and external partners
• Maintain and evolve the enterprise learning roadmap, helping sequence work based on impact, readiness, and resource availability
• Align closely with teams responsible for learning design, delivery, and platforms to ensure execution matches intent
• Serve in a strategic facilitation role for enterprise leadership programs (mid level and above), ensuring discussion and outcomes align with organizational priorities
• Track progress and outcomes of key initiatives, using data to inform decision making
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in talent development and incorporate them into our strategies
• Manage the talent development budget and ensure cost-effective use of resources
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the organization

Required/Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in business or other related degree
• In addition to bachelor’s degree, five (5) years minimum of related work experience

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred
• Ten (10) or more years of experience in a corporate talent development, organization and executive development, and learning strategy
• Proven track record leading enterprise development initiatives, including at the executive level
• Strong ability to connect business needs with enterprise talent solutions
• Experience with executive and high potential programs
• Excellent communication and coordination skills across senior stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and drive complex projects forward
• Familiarity with learning frameworks, leadership development, and strategic planning tools
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and contributing to long-term strategy development
• Excellent people manager skills: ability to direct, empower, lead, and hold employees accountable
• Ability to work effectively with all levels in the organization
• Ability to manage multiple and competing projects to assist in improving the organization’s capability
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.)

Working Conditions

• Hybrid mobility classification - work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to the posted reporting location.

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Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.