Sr. Manager, Talent Advisor

About the role

At Appian, we are driven by our core values of intensity and excellence, which shape our approach to business. In the capacity of Senior Manager, Talent Advisor, you will be instrumental in leading our global team of Career Managers dedicated to supporting our technical consulting workforce. Your role will involve crafting scalable talent strategies and partnering with leadership teams to foster talent development and retention throughout the organization.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Lead and guide a worldwide team of Career Managers, establishing performance benchmarks and enhancing the efficiency of career management operations.
• Design and enhance Technical Consulting Frameworks to support the career progression and skill enhancement of consultants on a global scale.
• Work closely with leaders from Customer Success and People teams to ensure that talent development initiatives align with business objectives and workforce planning strategies.
• Oversee the global performance evaluation processes, including managing promotion assessments and structured feedback cycles in collaboration with various leadership teams.
• Enhance talent operations and feedback mechanisms to improve retention rates and career satisfaction among consulting teams.
• Foster a company culture that emphasizes intensity and excellence, ensuring that high-quality career guidance and leadership development practices are upheld.
• Develop scalable career development experiences that can be adapted across various functions as the talent strategy evolves.
• Identify opportunities to expand career management initiatives beyond Customer Success to encompass additional technical and business areas.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in HR, Talent Management, or Career Counseling, particularly within a consulting or professional services environment.
• At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role managing HR, Talent, or Career Management professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to create and implement Technical Consulting Frameworks and Performance Management systems for global teams.
• A proven history of collaborating with executive leadership to improve global talent retention and workforce capabilities.
• Experience in Customer Success, Professional Services, Consulting, or similar technical sectors is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational capabilities with the ability to manage global talent processes and set strategic objectives across matrixed teams.
• Proficient in engaging with senior leadership and navigating complex discussions to achieve consensus.
• A versatile leader who thrives in dynamic environments, employing insightful questioning to uncover practical solutions.
• A collaborative approach focused on building robust relationships across diverse teams.

Skills & tools

• Talent Management Systems
• Performance Management Tools
• Technical Consulting Frameworks
• Leadership Development Programs
• Feedback and Assessment Mechanisms

Practical notes

• This role requires a full-time in-office presence at our headquarters in McLean, VA, five days a week to promote collaboration and teamwork.
• The base salary for this position ranges from $150,000 to $275,000 USD, with actual compensation determined by experience, qualifications, and market conditions.
• Appian provides a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, wellness programs, and more. Certain positions may also qualify for equity awards.

About Appian

Appian is a leader in AI automation for essential business processes. With over 25 years of experience, we specialize in streamlining complex operations for large enterprises and government organizations. For more information, please visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]

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