Lead, Talent and Employee Experience

$90,000 - $115,000/Yr

SRHM - Alexandria, VA

Full-time - Senior

Alexandria, VA

10,001+ employees

About the position

The Lead, Talent and Employee Experience is responsible for driving impactful people strategies within SHRM, focusing on organizational effectiveness, design, and employee relations. This role is crucial for fostering a high-performance culture, enhancing employee engagement, and managing transitions during organizational changes. The position serves as a key advisor to leaders and HR colleagues, guiding organizational transformation and optimizing employee structures and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to assess and improve team performance, productivity, and organizational alignment with business objectives.
• Design and implement strategies to enhance organizational effectiveness, focusing on talent management, performance metrics, workforce planning, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Measure and report on the impact of organizational effectiveness initiatives, identifying areas for continuous improvement.
• Lead initiatives to design and redesign organizational structures, roles, and workflows to support strategic growth and scalability.
• Conduct organizational assessments and recommend structural adjustments to optimize efficiency, agility, and cross-functional alignment.
• Collaborate with leaders and HR colleagues to drive job design, reporting structures, and team configurations that align with business needs.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters, fostering productive relationships and addressing workplace issues promptly and effectively.
• Provide expert guidance on conflict resolution, investigations, and disciplinary actions while ensuring alignment with company policies and legal standards.
• Design and execute change management strategies for large-scale projects, including organizational restructuring, technology rollouts, and process improvements.
• Apply proven change management frameworks to increase adoption, minimize resistance, and accelerate readiness among employees.
• Support communication and training efforts related to change initiatives, ensuring all levels of the organization are engaged and informed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Design, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Hold a SHRM-CP or SCP or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in organizational effectiveness, organizational design, employee relations, and change management, preferably in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proven track record of implementing successful organizational effectiveness, organizational design, and change management programs across the organization.
• Experience with HR systems and metrics, and the ability to translate data insights into actionable strategies.
• Proven experience in complex employee relations investigations; demonstrated knowledge of employment law and regulations.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong analytical skills and business acumen, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on driving results and supporting organizational goals.
• Strong understanding of HR and change management best practices, including frameworks like ADKAR, Kotter's 8-Step Model, or similar.
• Resiliency, growth mentality, and the ability to navigate ambiguity and change.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations with tact and professionalism.
• Ability to work collaboratively across the organization as well as independently on projects.

Benefits

• Professional growth and development
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Well-being programs
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• Retirement plan
• Open leave
• Annual discretionary bonus and incentives