Talent Management Director

Hallmark Cards • Kansas City, MO

5d • $130,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Talent Management Director is a key leader on the Talent & Community team in
the Employee Experience organization. This team
is a core part of our Talent &
Culture strategy, bringing together Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, and
Community Impact to build a stronger, more agile future for the business. This
team ensures we attract the right talent, develops employees through continuous
learning and leadership growth, and strengthens belonging and purpose through
meaningful community engagement. The team fosters a thriving culture, a skilled
and adaptable workforce, and deeper connections within Hallmark and the
communities we serve- all of which contribute to long‑term business performance
and resilience.

As Talent Management Director, you’ll step into a highly visible, influential
role shaping how our people are hired, developed, and prepared for the future.
Sitting at the intersection of strategy and execution, this role brings talent
strategy to life by designing and integrating end‑to‑end solutions across
recruiting, onboarding, development, early career, flex staffing, and
succession.

You’ll operate as both a strategic thought partner and hands‑on execution
leader- using data, storytelling, and influence to challenge thinking, guide
leaders, and connect talent to business outcomes. This is a trusted leadership
role with meaningful impact, ideal for someone energized by shaping the future
of the organization through people.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a role with genuine influence- where
your work shapes leaders, teams, and the future of the organization. You’ll have
the chance to build, evolve, and leave a lasting mark on how talent drives
success.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of progressive HR / Talent experience, with meaningful responsibility across multiple parts of the talent lifecycle (e.g., TA + development, or TA + onboarding + early career).
• At least 5 years of people leadership experience, including leading managers and/or individual contributors.

Nice To Haves

• Experience intentionally integrating talent acquisition and talent development into a connected, end‑to‑end system.
• Experience supporting diverse business models (e.g., creative, retail, product, seasonal).
• Ownership of flex staffing or alternative workforce models, including compliance and governance.
• Leadership of early career or intern programs aligned to long‑term workforce needs.
• Experience establishing or scaling operating rhythms, governance, and success metrics for talent programs.
• Demonstrated success modernizing or stabilizing talent systems and driving adoption.
• Exposure to enterprise‑scale change leadership, including culture or trust‑building efforts.
• Experience partnering with or supporting external entities or subsidiaries.
• Demonstrated experience operating at the enterprise level, supporting multiple business units and operating models.
• Proven ownership of end‑to‑end talent execution, translating strategy into operating models, processes, and measurable outcomes.
• Hands‑on leadership of talent acquisition execution, including workforce planning, intake/prioritization, vendor partnerships, and hiring leader experience.
• Experience managing external vendors and technology platforms (e.g., ATS, LMS/TMS, recruiting and learning partners).
• Strong track record of cross‑functional partnership with HR Business Partners and senior business leaders.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and execute talent strategy across the full talent lifecycle so experiences work together as one connected system.
• Lead recruiting and onboarding, ensuring a high-quality, inclusive candidate and hiring leader experience.
• Oversee flex staffing and early career programs, building scalable pipelines aligned to long-term workforce needs.
• Drive learning and development strategies for leaders, managers, and individual contributors.
• Leverage data and insights to tell clear, compelling stories that influence decisions and outcomes.
• Partner closely with HRBPs and business leaders as a trusted advisor and execution leader.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team while modeling change leadership and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• This role is eligible for Hallmark’s Annual Incentive Plan.
• Employees are eligible for annual merit-based increases, aligned with individual and company performance.
• Hallmark offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, paid time off, 401K with company match, and profit-sharing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees