Talent Management Director

Talent Management Director

Lead a high-impact HR function, supervising HR Business Partners, overseeing Learning and Development, elevating the colleague experience, and ensuring consistent, compliant practices across a multi-office organization.

• Partner with the Head of Human Resources and senior leaders to align HR strategy with business objectives; communicate plans to the HR team.
• Oversee core HR programs: workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, leaves, people checks, engagement, culture, employee experience, and partnering with the Learning and Development Manager.
• Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures; ensure consistent application across offices and programs.
• Design and implement initiatives that support strategic goals (e.g., affirmative action, career pathing, performance management, engagement, wellness).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; administer FMLA/PTO and related leave programs.
• Serve as a consultative partner to managers on compensation, benefits, safety/security, ER issues, and change management.
• Lead weekly department meetings; represent HR in cross-functional meetings and external seminars as needed.
• Build partnerships with firm leaders; assess needs, resolve issues, and foster a high-trust, inclusive culture.
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition Director to ensure a seamless transition for new colleagues from onboarding into HR support and development programs; manage exit processes.
• Maintain HR metrics and outcomes; evaluate programs against goals and recommend policy/process improvements for efficiency and impact.
• Support risk management, investigations, and sensitive employee matters with discretion and consistent documentation.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or comparable field with nine years of applicable experience or master’s degree in human resources or comparable field with seven years of broad-based human resource management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, maintain, and direct the overall human resource function.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a knowledgeable resource to Senior level leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR/SPHR certification.
• Expertise in HR policies, procedures, laws, standards, and government regulations; strong HRIS administration experience.
• Depth in compensation, organizational development, learning and development, and employee engagement practices.
• Clear written communication and presentation skills; strong speech clarity and interpersonal influence.
• Organizational skills to orchestrate multiple priorities; sound judgment, confidentiality, and detail orientation.
• Mentoring and team-building strengths; ability to research, anticipate, and solve complex people challenges.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

What We Offer

• 100% Employee-Owned – Ownership from day one with immediate ESOP vesting.
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with immediate vesting and a generous company match.
• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-funded HSA contributions for HDHP plans.
• Company-Paid Protection – Life insurance, AD&D, and short and long term disability at no cost to you.
• Work-Life Balance – Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid company holidays.
• Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.

About the Role

SSR is a leading engineering design, consulting, and planning firm committed to solving complex projects and delivering innovative solutions for facility and infrastructure challenges. Our collaborative approach empowers us to build lasting partnerships with each other, our clients, and our communities. As an owner from day one, our colleagues thrive in an environment that values accountability, celebrates achievement, and supports personal and professional growth.