Director Talent Management - HR Talent Aquisition and Talent Management - Akron FirstEnergy Headquarters

First Energy • Akron, OH

54d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Talent Management at FirstEnergy will lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide talent strategies that support performance management, succession planning, leadership development, workforce planning, and onboarding. This role is critical to building a high-performing, inclusive, and future-ready workforce aligned with FirstEnergy's strategic goals. The Director will partner closely with HR Business Partners, Finance, and senior leaders to ensure talent programs are data-driven, scalable, and integrated across the employee lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or related field; Master's preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in talent management, workforce planning, and HR leadership.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage complex programs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience with talent systems (e.g., Oracle HCM, Workday, SuccessFactors) and analytics tools.
• Experience in regulated industries or utilities is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Strategic mindset with a passion for employee development and engagement.
• Collaborative leadership style with a focus on inclusion and innovation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement talent strategies aligned with FirstEnergy's mission, values, and leadership competencies.
• Lead enterprise-wide performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, and development planning.
• Drive talent reviews and succession planning to identify and develop future leaders.
• Align leadership development programs with succession pipelines and business needs.
• Promote a culture of accountability, growth, and engagement through structured talent practices.
• Forecast headcount needs aligned to operational and financial plans.
• Partner with HRBPs and Finance to model workforce scenarios, including growth, attrition, and retirements.
• Identify talent gaps and succession risks, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Support organizational design and transformation initiatives with data-driven insights and planning tools.
• Oversee the enterprise onboarding strategy, including the executive onboarding experience.
• Ensure onboarding programs align with performance, development, and engagement goals.
• Manage the Onboarding Program Manager and ensure cross-functional coordination with HRIS, IT, Facilities, and Communications.
• Monitor onboarding effectiveness and drive continuous improvement through feedback and analytics.
• Lead and develop the Talent Management team, providing coaching, direction, and performance management.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to HR and business leaders on talent-related initiatives.
• Ensure alignment of talent programs with broader HR systems, policies, and processes.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across all talent practices.

Benefits

• competitive pay plus incentive compensation
• a company-sponsored pension plan
• 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution
• a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs
• skills development training with tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Utilities