Senior Program Manager, Talent Development

Reliance Matrix•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Program Manager, Talent Development is a senior individual contributor role that strengthens organizational capability through a combination of talent partnership and leading professional development training programs. The role operates at the intersection of business strategy, talent practices, and learning—partnering with leaders to support critical talent moments while owning scalable development experiences for the enterprise. Rather than functioning as a transactional training role, this position focuses on enabling decision quality, building manager and employee capability, and ensuring talent investments translate into practical outcomes aligned to enterprise priorities. We are looking for someone who is results-oriented, is customer-service focused, can move quickly, insists on the highest standards, and is not afraid of ambiguity. They will have the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, and are passionate about working collaboratively with multiple HR stakeholders.

Requirements

7+ years of experience spanning learning program design/delivery and/or talent management enablement (performance, talent review, succession, manager effectiveness).
Expertise in leveraging the ADDIE model to execute broad training initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to operate as a consultative partner to leaders: intake, diagnosis, influence, and solution shaping.
Experience facilitating leader-facing talent sessions (calibration prep, manager enablement, talent programs, workshops).
Strong program and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and drive high-quality execution in ambiguous environments.
Strong written and verbal skills; ability to translate complex processes into clear, practical tools.
High standards for customer experience and deliverable quality; results orientation and bias for action.
Proficiency in MS Office.

Nice To Haves

Workday experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a talent partner for assigned departments, working closely with HR Business Partners and business leaders to enable effective talent outcomes aligned to business strategy.
Lead department-facing enablement for core talent practices, including performance process and calibration, succession planning, and talent assessment support, etc.
Prepare leaders for key talent moments through clear guidance, toolkits, and targeted sessions that improve decision quality and consistency.
Design and deliver bespoke talent programs or interventions (e.g., manager effectiveness, role transitions, capability building) aligned to departmental priorities.
Use data, leader input, and talent insights to identify risks, opportunities, and recommended actions; elevate themes and improvements to overall talent strategy.
Own the enterprise professional development curriculum, including strategy, roadmap, and ongoing evolution. Program examples include mentoring, aspiring managers, career management, etc.
Define and maintain scalable learning pathways aligned to enterprise values, behaviors and competencies.
Design and deliver high-quality professional development programs using a variety of delivery modalities.
Evaluate program effectiveness and continuously refine offerings to ensure relevance, adoption, and impact.
Source and manage vendors as needed to support or scale professional development initiatives.
Provides routine assessments and updates to various stakeholders on the impact of department programs.
Assists in the ongoing planning and communication of programs.
Remains current on developments in training and instructional methodologies, including technology enhancements, and attends periodic seminars, forums and meetings to ensure currency of education.
Proactively network with other organizational training functions to share information, best practices, and build deeper collaboration.
Performs any and all other duties as necessary and as assigned by manager for the efficient running of the Department.

Benefits

An annual performance bonus for all team members
Generous 401(k) company match that is immediately vested
A choice of three medical plans (that include prescription drug coverage) to suit your unique needs.
For High Deductible Health Plan enrollees, a company contribution to your Health Savings Account
Multiple options for dental and vision coverage
Company provided Life & Disability Insurance to ensure financial protection when you need it most
Family friendly benefits including Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
Hybrid work arrangements for eligible roles
Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Professional Education
Paid Time Off – new hires start with at least 20 days of PTO per year in addition to nine company paid holidays. As you grow with us, your PTO may increase based on your level within the company and years of service.
Volunteer days, community partnerships, and Employee Assistance Program
Ability to connect with colleagues around the country through our Employee Resource Group program