Manager or Director, Talent Management

For our client, we are seeking a Manager or Director, Talent Management to join the team of a leader in the Education, Government & Non-Profit space. This role will shape and advance the organization’s talent management strategy, with a strong focus on performance management, employee engagement, learning, and succession planning. The position will partner closely with senior people leaders to identify capability needs, assess talent gaps, and strengthen workforce capacity across the organization. It is an opportunity to influence organizational effectiveness through practical people programs that support managers, develop employees, and align talent priorities with business goals. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $120,000 – $140,000 annually Responsibilities Develop and implement a talent management strategy aligned with organizational goals Oversee the performance management cycle, ensuring it is used effectively by managers Design and manage employee engagement initiatives, translating feedback into actionable plans Maintain and assess the current learning stack, ensuring training meets organizational needs Collaborate with the Chief People Officer on talent gap analysis and capacity planning Work with leaders to identify capability needs and implement skill-building programs Lead and mentor two Talent Development professionals Qualifications 5+ years in talent management, organizational development, or learning and development for Manager level; 8+ years for Director level Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's preferred Proven experience designing and executing a performance management cycle that engages managers Demonstrated ability to turn employee engagement survey results into actionable plans Experience building succession plans and conducting talent reviews with senior leaders Strong consultative skills to influence leadership decisions effectively Familiarity with Lattice or similar performance and engagement platforms Benefits Comprehensive health insurance coverage Retirement contributions to support long-term savings Paid time off to promote work-life balance Programs aimed at enhancing employee well-being Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.