AVP, Talent Management

Focus/Scope

• Learning and development
• Performance management

Job Summary

The Assistant Vice President, Talent Management will coordinate and support the Company’s learning and development and performance management projects, processes, and practices. This incumbent will report to the Senior Vice President, Employee Experience.

Key Responsibilities

Learning and Development

• Assist in the development and implementation of training programs
• Facilitate in-house led development modules
• Utilize Cornerstone, Dayforce, and other relevant technology to develop learning activities, materials, instructor guides, and lesson plans
• Review evaluations of courses facilitated, objectives, and accomplishments to further enhance learning and development quality and impact at the Company
• Train employees on HR issues and practices
• Coordinate special programs such as internship and job rotation
• Effectively track employee time spent on development activities and manage reporting

Performance Management

• Manage the annual performance cycle, including advisory, implementation, and oversight of a performance management strategy that enables a high-performing work environment
• Support the talent review process required to achieve Company goals and objectives and results in the creation of an internal bench of top talent
• Coordinate programs for workforce retention, promotion and succession planning
• Coordinate and support performance management-focused projects that align with the Company’s business goals and objectives

Required Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current trends in effective learning and development methods
• Working experience with e-learning platforms and practices
• Module creation and facilitation experience
• Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proven HR project management and budgeting experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of and experience with varied human resource information systems
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Education and Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• Professional HR designation (e.g. SHRM, CHRP, PHR, etc.)
• At least 6 years of human resource experience required
• Prior experience working on an HR team in a start-up environment in the (re)insurance and/or financial services industry is preferred