Director of Talent Management

HR&A Advisors • New York, NY

4d • $130,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an employee-owned company advising public, private, non-profit, and philanthropic clients on how to increase opportunity and advance quality of life in cities. We believe in creating vital places, building equitable and resilient communities, and improving people’s lives. From Brooklyn to London, Medellin to Hong Kong, we have guided hundreds of clients in transforming real estate and economic development concepts, and public infrastructure, first into actionable plans and then into job-producing, community-strengthening assets. Our clients include real estate owners and investors, hospitals and universities, cultural institutions and philanthropies, community development organizations, and governments. HR&A has offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Raleigh, Washington D.C. and the Bay Area. We come from diverse backgrounds, have a breadth of lived experience, and share a passion for cities. We are former city officials, executive directors, planners, lawyers, architects, and economists.
HR&A is seeking a Director of Talent Management based in our New York City office. The Director of Talent Management is responsible for developing and executing the organization’s talent strategy to attract, develop, engage, and retain a high performing workforce. This role oversees leadership development, performance management, talent acquisition, learning and development programs, and organizational initiatives. The Director partners closely with senior leadership and HR colleagues to build a strong talent pipeline and foster a culture that supports growth, agility, and organizational excellence.

Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with experience in talent acquisition, talent management or learning and development.
• Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate business needs into talent strategies.
• Expertise in leadership development, performance management, and organizational development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
• Skilled facilitator with strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Analytical mindset with experience using data to drive decisions.
• Project management and change management capabilities.
• Strong organizational skills, including being detail- and process-oriented with the ability to manage several work streams concurrently.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM SCP, SPHR) is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working at a consulting or professional services firm is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive talent management strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Serve as a business partner with hiring managers to develop effective sourcing and recruitment strategies that result in client satisfaction.
• Develop effective relationships within the organization and the hiring community to have influence and impact the recruiting process and hiring.
• Hire exceptional and diverse talent that come from a broad range of backgrounds and bring unique perspectives further fostering a dynamic workplace.
• Lead workforce planning efforts, identifying high potential employees and critical skill gaps.
• Oversee the design and delivery of learning and development programs, training initiatives, and career development pathways.
• Manage the quarterly performance management process, ensuring fairness, consistency, and alignment with company values.
• Implement tools and systems to support learning, performance, and talent analytics.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on employee development and performance best practices.
• Measure program effectiveness through data, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all talent programs are inclusive, equitable, and supportive of the organization’s DEI strategy.

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation packages, based on qualifications and experience.
• We are an employee-owned company, meaning you will have the opportunity to benefit from the firm’s growth over time through participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Each year, the firm will contribute funds to this long-term wealth-building account and may make contributions to other retirement accounts.
• We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums, including dental and vision coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees