AVP/Manager, Talent Strategic Initiatives

AllianceBernstein • Los Angeles, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Bernstein Private Wealth Management (PWM) is seeking a Manager, Talent Strategic Initiatives to help shape and scale high-impact talent programs that strengthen our employee experience, advance our culture, and support business growth. This role sits at the intersection of talent strategy, program management and cross-functional stakeholder management—partnering closely with PWM and Client Group leaders, as well as Talent, Community and Belonging, and Marketing partners. In this role, you will lead the strategy-to-execution work for formal development programs and signature talent initiatives, including the PWM Women’s Council and AB Mosaic. The PWM Women's Council was founded in 2023 to help Bernstein Private Wealth Management be the leading advisory firm for women and aspirational employer of choice for women in finance. We achieve this through coordinated go-to-market and talent management strategies. AB Mosaic is an initiative founded in 2025 that enhances AB's architectural integrity by fostering connections, expanding career pathways and championing the professional growth of our multicultural talent pool. We achieve this through cohort-based mentorship programs, professional development and collaborating with other AB groups to create more career transparency.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in strategy, talent, consulting, or program leadership
• Strong project management and stakeholder influence skills
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to multi-task and work autonomously under pressure to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Ownership mentality with willingness to step in to keep momentum

Responsibilities

• Strategic Ownership & Council Leadership: Partner with executive leadership to evolve the mission and strategy of key talent initiatives. Drive clarity, alignment, and outcomes across council priorities.
• Program & Portfolio Management: Own timelines, governance, and KPIs across a portfolio of initiatives. Maintain forward-looking roadmap of initiatives (now/next/later).
• Talent Programs & Partnerships: Lead mentorship, development programs, and key partnerships. Support execution of talent development programs and experiences.
• Go-To-Market Collaboration: Partner with marketing and business leaders on events and strategic initiatives.
• Ad-Hoc Strategic Initiatives: Execute special projects that impact talent, retention, and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed