Talent Development Specialist

Athletico Physical Therapy•Oak Brook, IL

1d•$65,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Talent Development Specialist is responsible for the implementation and execution of Talent Development initiatives including employee development and mentorship programs, employee engagement initiatives, and supporting annual performance review processes and training programs and systems. This role will be responsible for helping to execute the employee engagement strategy through effective programming efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration or related field
At least 3 years’ experience in HR or Marketing
5+ years of administrative experience required.
Strong communication and analytical skills.
Advanced Microsoft word, excel, and PowerPoint skills.
Ability to influence, lead and manage projects in a matrix environment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain confidentiality.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
Possesses excellent communication skills across all levels of the organization, with an ability to persuade and influence, and the ability to build enthusiasm and commitment.
Exceptional relationship building and managing skills are essential.
Results-oriented and focused on inspiring the organization to focus on continuous improvements that positively impact the organization.
Process-oriented problem solver with strong analytical and research skills.
Ability to prioritize workload, manage projects and handle multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines.
Ability to successfully execute at a strategic as well as tactical/hands-on level.
Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 3 years of experience in customer relations or marketing preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports the design, execution and management of talent development programs and initiatives including individual development plans (IDP’s), trainings and mentoring programs.
Design tools, templates and content that contribute to employee engagement effectiveness and drive a positive employee experience.
Support the administration of talent development technology platforms, including the Learning Management System (LMS).
Executes and implements the talent strategy for the company’s social learning groups such as Advisory Council and employee focus groups.
Facilitate and supports ongoing education sessions through employee focus group at various organization levels to gather input and socialize feedback.
Supports talent development initiatives including performance management, talent development, change management, employee engagement and process enhancements to assist with employee retention and engagement.
Plans, designs and executes employee engagement initiatives including employee onboarding new hire orientation and onboarding mentoring programs, content curation, and utilizing best practice research and technology that drives connectivity and cohesion within the Athletico culture.
Uses data to drive initiatives and create reporting and metrics to continuously track and monitor employee engagement initiatives and provide readouts to the business and appropriate stakeholders on employee engagement initiative adoption throughout the year.
Create and edit communication materials pertaining to talent, development, performance, and employee engagement initiatives.
Maintenance of Talent inboxes, responding to messages and re-directing where appropriate.
Proactively identifies industry and company trends and creates action plans to increase engagement.
Provide consultation on individual employee development needs, as appropriate, and help maintain plans and action items relative to talent reviews and succession planning.