Sr. Talent Management Manager

RWE Americas, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Human Resources
Remuneration: Exempt

The Sr. Talent Management Manager drives the design, delivery, and evaluation of learning and development initiatives that strengthen employee capabilities and support business goals – specifically around performance management. This role partners closely with HR and the business to provide strategic direction, project management, analytics, instructional design, facilitation, and business partnering to drive the local performance strategy as well as support initiatives cascaded from our parent company. 

Role Responsibilities:

Strategic Thinking & Project Management  

• Leverage the ADDIE model owning end-to-end delivery of the company’s performance management strategy (e.g., programs and process training, and related HR initiatives)
• Conduct needs assessments to identify company-wide performance skill gaps across all levels and inform targeted program design with an emphasis on equity and access
• Apply advanced knowledge of talent frameworks and organizational development to drive bottom-line impact and organizational capability growth
• Track and report on project timelines, milestones, deliverables, and risks using established project management tools
• Execute activities at all levels to drive impactful programs

Collaboration & Stakeholder Support

• Partner with cross-functional partners such as Talent Management team members, local and global HR colleagues, Communications, and senior business leaders to influence, align, and execute learning initiatives
• Ensure representation of relevant HR and Talent Management initiatives such as feedback and people leader expectations in performance strategy
• Drive change management resulting in accountability to performance processes
• Provide responsive support to program participants and internal partners, with a focus on sustainable solutions promoting self-service
• Effectively influence talent management strategy and related decisions with HR and business leaders
• Support cross-functional HR projects as needed (e.g. compensation planning, leadership development training)

Content Development & Learning Material Delivery

• Design and implement performance management solutions aligned with organizational goals (i.e., retention and employee engagement) and talent priorities (i.e., succession planning, calibration, career pathways)
• Leverage in-person and digital learning modalities (i.e. microlearning, social learning, mobile learning) to develop effective learning solutions with validated knowledge transfer
• Deliver top-down training initiatives ensuring SVP buy-in (in partnership with function leader) and understanding for a successful cascade of information
• Facilitate employee and manager workshops enabling adherence to key performance expectations throughout an annual cycle
• Maintain curriculum (i.e. slide decks, guides, toolkits, and digital resources) and process documentation on SharePoint and SuccessFactors to support team and client access and adoption

Data, Analytics, & Reporting

• Leverage advanced evaluation models (i.e., ROI Methodology) to establish and track pre/post-program metrics and manage executive reporting to measure program effectiveness, behavior change, and business impact
• Collect, analyze, and maintain learning and program data (e.g., demographics, survey results, assessments, behavioral impact data, alignment to key business initiatives)
• Use Excel and other tools to support data analysis, reporting, and insights
• Build and deliver executive summaries leveraging talent data and business priorities to validate strategic direction and planned initiatives aligned to business strategy and performance expectations.
• Emphasize continuous improvement approach to performance management informed by performance data, business strategy, executive priorities, and business partner feedback

Job Requirements and Experiences:

• Certification from an accredited provider of industry knowledge is highly desirable (e.g., SHRM, ATD CPLP, Coaching). Commitment to ongoing professional development is expected
• Minimum 5 years supporting performance management within HR, L&D, Talent Management, or related function
• Proven experience leading projects or initiatives in a corporate environment
• Experience with data-driven reporting and analytics platforms preferred
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, data tracking, analysis); familiarity with data analytics software (Power BI, Tableau) preferred
• Strong written/verbal communication; attention to detail and accuracy
• Fluency with learning and reporting platforms (LMS, SuccessFactors, survey tools)
• Advanced understanding and application of adult learning principles and instructional design
• Business partnering informed by measurement theory, with proven success
• Ability to embed inclusion principles and promote psychological safety in learning and performance initiatives
• Collaborative mindset; strong follow-through; continuous improvement approach; no task too minor to handle
• Professional discretion; ability to handle sensitive information
• Ability to learn new systems/tools quickly; problem-solving focus
• Experience providing coaching and support to managers for performance management adoption for sustained behavioral change and team effectiveness
• Interest in renewable energy, sustainability, or mission-driven work

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects, along with natural gas-powered generation, that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.