Talent Management Program Lead
Austin, TX - USA
Job Summary
The Talent Management Lead is responsible for leading the coordination implementation and execution of core talent management practices across the T&M business group. This role serves as a key link between Enterprise HR and T&M ensuring enterprise talent processes and programs are effectively translated deployed and sustained in ways that meet business needs.
The role partners closely with HR Business Partners business leaders and Enterprise HR teams to drive the successful implementation of core talent processes including Performance Management Talent Planning and Career Development as well as enterprise Lets Lead programs across T&M. This position requires strong stakeholder management project management implementation discipline and change leadership to ensure enterprise programs and talent practices are coordinated effectively and adopted across the business.
Program Coordination and Implementation
Lead the coordination and implementation of enterprise talent management programs across the T&M business group.
Serve as the primary connector between Enterprise HR and T&M to ensure enterprise initiatives are translated into practical business-aligned implementation plans.
Coordinate the deployment of enterprise programs frameworks and processes across T&M ensuring alignment consistency and effective execution.
Adapt enterprise solutions as needed for T&M business realities while maintaining alignment with enterprise intent and standards.
Track implementation progress identify gaps or barriers and drive follow-through to support successful adoption across the business.
Talent Management Process Leadership
Lead the execution of core talent management processes across T&M including Performance Management Talent Planning and Career Development.
Build and refine high-level processes and implementation approaches that support successful rollout and sustained execution across the business group.
Ensure talent processes are clear practical scalable and aligned to both enterprise direction and T&M business priorities.
Support ongoing enhancement of talent management practices through feedback lessons learned and evolving organizational needs.
Stakeholder Partnership
Partner closely with HR Business Partners business leaders and Enterprise HR to align on talent priorities implementation requirements and expected outcomes.
Build strong relationships across stakeholder groups to support collaboration clarity and shared ownership for talent initiatives.
Act as a trusted point of contact for coordinating enterprise talent management and Lets Lead programs within T&M.
Influence and align stakeholders across a matrixed environment to support consistent execution and business engagement.
Program and Project Coordination
Lead project management and program coordination for talent initiatives by organizing workstreams defining priorities sequencing deliverables and aligning resources.
Break down broad talent strategies and enterprise programs into actionable implementation plans for T&M.
Manage multiple initiatives simultaneously while ensuring strong execution clear accountability and alignment to timelines and milestones.
Monitor risks dependencies and resource needs and proactively address issues that may impact implementation success.
Enterprise Lets Lead Program Support
Partner with Enterprise HR on the rollout and coordination of Lets Lead programs across T&M.
Ensure enterprise Lets Lead offerings are effectively embedded within T&M through strong planning communication and execution.
Support implementation readiness and stakeholder alignment for Lets Lead participation and adoption.
Coordinate with business leaders and HR partners to ensure Lets Lead programs are aligned to business needs and talent priorities.
Competency Framework and Assessment Integration
Lead the use and integration of relevant competency leadership frameworks within T&M talent practices.
Coordinate the implementation of 360 assessments as part of talent planning and development processes.
Partner with stakeholders to embed competency tools and insights into development planning and talent discussions.
Build awareness and capability among HR and business leaders in applying tools effectively.
Change Management and Adoption
Support change management efforts related to enterprise talent strategies Lets Lead programs and evolving talent processes across T&M.
Develop and drive communication stakeholder engagement and readiness activities that improve understanding and adoption.
Help leaders and HR partners navigate change by providing structure coordination and practical implementation support.
Reinforce consistent adoption of enterprise programs and talent practices across the T&M organization.
Education
Bachelors degree in Human Resources Organizational Development Business Psychology or a related field required.
Advanced degree preferred.
Experience
5 years of experience in talent management organizational development HR or related disciplines.
Experience leading or coordinating the implementation of enterprise talent processes or programs within a business segment or matrixed organization.
Experience supporting or leading performance management talent planning succession and career development processes.
Experience coordinating cross-functional programs and managing complex implementation efforts.
Experience partnering with enterprise COEs HRBPs and business leaders.
Knowledge Skills and Capabilities
Strong knowledge of talent management practices.
Strong program coordination and implementation capability.
Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities across a matrixed global organization.
Experience with Korn Ferry Leadership Architect and/or KF360 assessments preferred.
Global or cross-regional experience preferred.
At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible competitive benefits plans to meet you and your familys physical mental financial and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans with dental and vision coverage Employee Assistance Program 401(k) tuition reimbursement employee resource groups recognition and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal) vacation and holiday leave.
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About Company
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