The Talent Management Lead designs and improves talent programs, manages performance cycles, oversees workforce planning, and maintains compensation structures to enhance employee performance and growth.
The Talent Management Manager is responsible for designing, running, and improving talent programs that maximize the performance and growth of current employees. This role reports directly to the Director of People & Culture and partners closely with the HR Manager for operational alignment.
Responsibilities
- Performance & Talent Programs:
- Own the performance management cycle, including timelines, tools, and calibration sessions
- Design and maintain succession planning frameworks, identifying high-potential talent and flight risks
- Build and maintain career paths, leveling guides, and competency frameworks
- Select and manage training and development vendors
- Design and coordinate leadership and manager development programs
- Oversee delivery and tracking of required training (program ownership, not compliance policy)
- Track and analyze headcount and talent trends
- Partner with Finance on workforce planning inputs and assumptions
- Manage hiring approval workflows to ensure alignment with workforce plans
- Own compensation philosophy, structure, and frameworks
- Maintain salary bands and leveling alignment
Learning & Development:
Workforce Planning:
Total Rewards – Compensation:
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in talent management, organizational development, or related HR functions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Proven experience designing and implementing talent strategies in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Strong background in performance management, leadership development, and succession planning.
- Exceptional project management and organizational skills with a focus on execution.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to use data to inform strategy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification in talent management or organizational development (e.g., SHRM-SCP, CPTD, or similar).
- Familiarity with talent management software and HRIS systems.
- Knowledge of Radford leveling and compensation frameworks.
What We Offer!
- Relocation assistance
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, ~70% for dependents)
- Company-paid life, AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances
- Parental leave
- Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays
- 401(k) matching up to 6%
- Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictions
- Monthly wellness stipend
- Monthly cell phone stipend
- Yearly education stipend to obtain certifications or take classes in your field
- Fun events, swag, and the occasional airship ride
- An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields
Compliance Requirements
- Criminal background check clearance
- Drug test clearance wherever applicable
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LTA Research & Exploration welcomes all candidates to apply including those with limited experience. We understand that candidates with a growth mindset and passion for working on the next chapter in aviation advancement can outweigh experience alone. We celebrate diverse origins and journeys and understand their importance in developing new technology. Rooted in our humanitarian mission, we want to serve the entire globe and have a team that represents those we wish to serve.
Lighter Than Air is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other discriminatory factors prohibited by law.
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Hris Systems
Talent Management Software
LTA Mountain View, California, USA Office
Mountain View, CA, United States
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