Sr Manager, Leadership and Talent Development

Advarra•United States of America,

7d•$110,000 - $214,000•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Manager leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of leadership and talent development programs and processes that strengthen leader effectiveness, employee performance, and career growth at Advarra. The role leads a team of learning and talent development professionals and partners across HR and the business to translate organizational priorities into effective programs and practices. The Senior Manager is accountable for delivery, cross-functional alignment, and results within the assigned portfolio.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in talent development, leadership development, organizational development, learning and development, or a related field.
2+ years of experience managing employees, including assigning work, providing performance feedback, and developing team members.
Experience leading the design, implementation, or improvement of leadership and talent development programs.
Experience with organizational talent processes, including performance management, talent reviews, employee development, or career development.
Experience leading cross-functional projects and partnering with HR and business stakeholders to achieve defined outcomes.
Experience facilitating group sessions, workshops, or employee development activities in virtual or in-person settings.
Experience evaluating program or process effectiveness and using findings to guide improvements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational development, education, psychology, business, or a related field, or relevant professional certification.
Experience with career frameworks, internal mobility practices, succession planning, or talent assessment processes.
Experience developing leadership capability through facilitation, coaching, or other development approaches.
Experience working in a global center of excellence or matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, and improvement of leadership development programs and practices that strengthen leader capability, manager effectiveness, and organizational performance.
Manage talent development programs and processes, including goal setting, performance management, talent reviews, and development planning, in partnership with HR and business leaders.
Advance career development and talent mobility practices, including career progression frameworks, career pathways, and internal mobility initiatives.
Translate business priorities and talent needs into actionable plans, clear objectives, and practical approaches that support consistent execution across functions.
Partner with HR Business Partners, HR Operations, and business leaders to align programs and processes with organizational needs, clarify responsibilities, and support effective implementation.
Lead cross-functional initiatives, manage competing priorities and dependencies, and exercise sound judgment in addressing complex program and talent development challenges.
Manage and develop team members by setting clear expectations, allocating work, providing feedback and coaching, and ensuring accountability for results.
Establish measures of effectiveness, review relevant talent and program information, and recommend improvements that strengthen outcomes and employee experience.
Oversee assigned resources and external partners, as appropriate, to deliver high-quality programs and processes within approved plans and budgets.
Provide guidance and recommendations to HR and business leaders on leadership and talent development priorities, progress, risks, and opportunities for improvement.