Director, Talent

We are currently seeking a Director, Talent to work collaboratively to design, implement, and manage programs that support career development, enhance talent experiences, and promote internal mobility within the organization. This will include talent reviews, succession planning, performance management, leadership development, learning, engagement, diversity and inclusion, and workforce development programs that are aligned with Pursuit Aerospace’s values and strategic business objectives, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure that we attract, develop and retain top talent. This role is located in Manchester, CT and reports to the Vice President of Human Resources.

Pursuit Aerospace is a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components that are developed through highly integrated processes. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products. At Pursuit we are #alwayspursuingbetter. Visit us at to learn more about us.

We’re looking for a Director of Talent who believes in creating best in class career development, talent planning, performance management, and engagement systems and processes aligned to a growing organization that will allow us to attract, engage, and retain top talent, always pursuing better through continuous improvement.

In this Director of Talent role:

• You’ll provide great service to internal HR and leadership customers and work collaboratively across the HR Leadership team.
• You’ll create and deploy a harmonized performance management process and evolve the talent review process inclusive of standard work and timelines, and you’ll own execution and metrics across the organization for these processes.
• You’ll deploy and support a succession planning program for all leaders.
• You’ll curate and deploy a standard leadership development strategy/course portfolio for front-line leaders and senior managers.
• You’ll create and deploy a DEI strategy and 3-year roadmap inclusive of the annual engagement survey.
• You’ll co-create a technical talent roadmap and subsequent action plans inclusive of evolving and program managing the Pursuit Leadership Development Program (PLDP).
• You’ll stand up learning management system (LMS) standard work, functional catalogs, and basic compliance requirements for all employees and key roles.
• You’ll partner with the Director of Total Rewards on career pathing and internal mobility initiatives.
• You’ll provide oversight and strategic recommendations for local workforce development initiatives at Pursuit locations.
• You’ll champion Pursuit’s involvement in employer of choice surveys.
• You’ll manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts with external partners.
• You’ll support the integration of acquisitions.
• You’ll provide coaching, direction, and leadership support to employees to achieve objectives.
• You’ll partner with site HR teams regarding the delivery of products, programs, and services to continuously improve impact and effectiveness with a service mindset.
• You’ll develop and deliver communications and training on talent and engagement programs to employees, managers, HR, and other stakeholders.
• You’ll create standard work/processes and policies and participate in continuous improvement (kaizen) initiatives across the company, demonstrating a flexible working and communication style.
• You’ll use data to inform recommendations, ensure talent planning is aligned to a performance-based philosophy, drive retention across the Company, monitor operational statistics, report trends, variances and issues, and take appropriate action.
• You’ll travel as needed to various Pursuit sites (up to ~10%).
• You’ll deliver results, and you’ll love it!

You won’t find an opportunity like the one you’ll find with Pursuit Aerospace. If you're an exceptional talent expert with a can-do attitude, who's passionate about doing things the right way the first time, join us – we are waiting for you! Now, here’s what we need from you:

Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• 12+ years of experience in Talent Management, Workforce Development, Engagement, or other related area.

Preferred Additional Skills/Experience:

• Deep knowledge of talent and engagement best practices, trends, and regulations.
• Experience creating and managing talent and performance programs.
• Experience designing and implementing a cross-Company DEI strategy.
• Experience integrating acquisitions into existing talent, performance, and engagement programs.
• Understanding of the learning technology space and the available tools to meet our diverse employee population.
• Proven track record of developing and delivering learning and leadership strategies to multiple levels within the organization including strategies for large non-exempt manufacturing employee populations.
• Ability to facilitate alignment between multiple projects running simultaneously, identifying dependencies, change management requirements, and prioritizing accordingly.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and prioritize competing demands.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• High degree of personal responsibility; meets commitments.
• Self-motivated; possesses a sense of urgency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decisions.
• In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices.
• Experience directly supporting leaders at multiple levels within the organization.
• Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.

This is a full-time position with competitive salary and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. In addition to federal law requirements, Pursuit Aerospace complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Pursuit Aerospace expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.