Manager, People Partnerships

CMI Media Group • Chesterbrook, PA

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and empathetic Manager, People Partnerships to join our dynamic People team. The Manager, People Partnerships is a people-centric leader who executes talent strategies under the strategic direction of the Director, People Strategy & Partnerships. You will translate enterprise priorities into actionable initiatives that elevate performance, engagement, and employee experience across the organization. With a strong command of data and insights, you will serve as a trusted partner to business leaders and cross-functional teams—enabling performance, supporting organizational development, and fostering a culture of accountability and growth. This role supports the full employee lifecycle with empathy, operational rigor, and a commitment to continuous improvement. If you thrive on building strong relationships, coaching leaders, and making a tangible impact, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

• 6+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a strategic People Partnership or HR Business Partner role.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
• Demonstrated success in performance management, enablement, and coaching across diverse teams and functions.
• Proven ability to translate business priorities into actionable people strategies that drive engagement and outcomes.
• Strong ability to partner and influence across all organizational levels, including senior leadership.
• Experience leveraging people data, metrics, and insights to inform decisions and measure impact.
• Deep understanding of HR laws, compliance, and employee relations best practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS, performance management, and applicant tracking systems.
• Skilled in productivity and data tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint) for planning and reporting.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities with precision, confidentiality, and high-quality execution.

Responsibilities

• Execute and operationalize people strategies aligned with senior leadership's vision and priorities.
• Contribute to talent planning, organizational design, and change management efforts.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support hiring strategies and workforce planning.
• Provide strategic insights in cross-functional forums and planning discussions.
• Utilize business survey results and People Analytics dashboards to guide data-informed decisions and team-level action planning.
• Facilitate departmental action planning with leaders to ensure accountability and momentum.
• Champion insight-driven execution, reinforcing leadership priorities.
• Design and implement empathetic and consistent Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).
• Coach managers on effective feedback delivery, performance conversations, and development planning.
• Track and report on PIP outcomes, ensuring alignment with company values and compliance.
• Promote a culture of continuous feedback, recognition, and inclusive growth.
• Partner to ensure equitable development practices across the organization.
• Support strategic initiatives that enhance employee experience and organizational effectiveness.
• Manage voluntary and involuntary separations with sensitivity, ensuring legal compliance and best practices.
• Conduct and/or oversee exit interviews to identify trends and inform retention strategies.
• Coordinate smooth offboarding processes with People Operations and Payroll.
• Contribute to enterprise-wide efforts such as workforce planning, talent reviews, and transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate across People Pillars (e.g., Transformation, Operations, Wellbeing) to ensure program alignment.
• Continuously improve HR tools, templates, and workflows for performance and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees