Talent Development Specialist

Pinterest•San Francisco, CA

40d•Remote

About The Position

Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we're on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product. Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other's unique experiences and embrace the flexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It's Possible. As a Talent Development Specialist, you will support the high level coordination, execution and continuous improvement of talent management and development programs that enable organizational success. Working collaboratively with the People team and business stakeholders, you will manage the day-to-day operations and continuous improvement of core talent processes including performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, and learning and development initiatives. You will contribute to the entire talent management portfolio, with a focus on specific programs that will change over time. You'll focus on ensuring seamless program execution, supporting data-driven insights, and exceptional stakeholder experiences across all talent management and development programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience
2-4 years in Talent Management, Talent Development, or HR operations, supporting or managing projects/programs, preferably in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Experience supporting the execution of Talent Management programs from start to finish
Experience working with HRIS systems (Workday preferred) and support platforms (Zendesk, Docebo)
Program Management: Ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail
Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Analytics: Ability to analyze data and report on program effectiveness
Problem-Solving: Creative, practical approach to resolving challenges in ambiguous situations
Relationship Building: Ability to build trust and collaborate effectively across all organizational levels
Systematic, detail-oriented approach to program management
Highly productive and proactive
Adaptable and resourceful under pressure
Can-do attitude with accountability for deliverables
Sound judgment in escalating issues and making timely decisions

Responsibilities

Program Operations & Execution
High level coordination of talent management programs, including aligning project calendars, establishing thoughtful program rhythms and sequencing communication
Execute day-to-day operations and program management for talent management programs, including performance management, talent reviews, leveling and competency frameworks and succession planning
Coordinate stakeholder engagement and measurement activities for talent management programs
Develop and update internal resources and communications to support program execution
Technology & Data Management
Maintain quality assurance processes to ensure consistency across all programs
Partner with the Talent Management program owner to collect, analyze, and report on program effectiveness and vendor performance using Zendesk, Docebo, Workday, and other tools
Partner with the Talent Management program owner and People Insights and Analytics to identify trends and inform program strategy, supporting data collection and reporting
Collaborate withTalent Management program owner and technology specialists to optimize Workday configurations and ensure programs are properly enabled
Process Optimization & Documentation
Write and update procedures and policy documentation to improve project workflows
Implement solutions that enhance program efficiency and employee engagement
Stay current on Talent Management industry best practices and emerging trends
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
Support vendor onboarding, engagement operations, and performance monitoring
Monitor vendor contracts and budgets to ensure quality service delivery
Build relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization to ensure program alignment
Operational Support
Respond to user support requests via Zendesk, troubleshooting issues and providing timely support
Escalate issues appropriately, applying sound judgment on impact to stakeholders