Leadership Development Program, Associate

Textron•Providence, RI

About The Position

The LDP Associate will support the LDP management team with the coordination and execution of established program activities for the six LDP functions: Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, IT, EHS and HR. This role will provide administrative, operational, scheduling, reporting, and event support to help ensure consistent execution of LDP processes and participant programming. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and able to follow established procedures while working closely with team members, program participants, and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field required
Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments and deadlines
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to build effective relationships and provide superior customer service
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while supporting multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
Sound problem-solving and analytical skills
Interest in process improvement and operational excellence
Data analysis and reporting skills with the ability to support program decision-making
Basic AI literacy with appropriate human review and guidance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to quickly learn new systems and technologies

Nice To Haves

Prior internship, co-op, campus leadership, or related experience in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Leadership Development, Recruiting, Program Coordination, or a related field preferred
Experience with HR systems, applicant tracking systems, reporting tools, or Microsoft-based applications is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist LDP Program Managers with routine coordination and administrative support for functional LDP programming and related initiatives
Provide administrative and operational support for the LDP, including recruiting support, MyTime entries, data entry, performance calibration coordination, and curriculum execution
Support the planning and execution of LDP in-person events, including orientation, functional trainings, final year class meetings, and alumni events, including: Assist with agenda and content preparation, Maintain event printing schedules and prepare resume books, training materials, and other event resources as needed, Provide on-site logistical and administrative support for designated events
Support program communications and participant outreach using established templates and tools; help prepare and distribute pre and post-event surveys, compile results, and assist with basic data summaries
Support the LDP Mentor Program by maintaining program information, assisting with technology updates, tracking mentor and mentee participation, and coordinating communications as directed
Assist with routine program finance administration, including but not limited to: Preparing monthly salary chargeback reports for review, Tracking discrepancies and supporting follow-up with guidance from the LDP management team, Assisting with Monthly Earnings Weighted Wages (EWW) processing, Preparing journal entry reclass information for review as needed
Support onboarding for new LDP hires by coordinating with Corporate HR Generalists and helping track completion of pre-employment contingencies in accordance with established processes and organization policies
Maintain LDP program documents, trackers, reports, SharePoint content, and recurring resources to support consistent program execution
Assist with documenting current processes and identifying opportunities to improve clarity, organization, or efficiency for review by the LDP management team
Use approved AI tools and technology to support recurring administrative deliverables, with appropriate review and guidance
Assist in the preparation of presentations and materials for LDP-related meetings
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned