Principal Emerging Talent Program Manager

2 months ago


Riverwoods, Illinois, United States Discover Full time

Discover. A brighter future.
With us, you'll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it - we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.
Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.
Job Description:
Working as part of the Emerging Talent Acquisition & Development (ETAD) team, this role is responsible for supporting the development and learning of early careers talent as part of a structured development program. This role will work with their peers to deliver a consistent, high caliber program experience for participants, leading to rapid development and ideally, early promotion.
This individual will advise the business on talent management and talent development; specifically, workforce planning and managing participant development through learning curriculum, experiential training, performance management, and coaching. They will leverage business managers and teams in roles that support the recruiting and development of talent. Successful individuals will develop strong relationships with program participants, performance managers, chiefs of staff, HR consultants and be sought for guidance and best practice solutions.
Responsibilities:
Talent Planning and Development:

  • Develop hiring and development plans for early careers program participants within assigned business unit(s).
  • Partner with Learning Manager to ensure proper representation of development needs are incorporated in Learning Journey.
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve the post program process.
  • Train and support participant performance managers to ensure necessary tools are available for successful management of program participants.
  • Create opportunities for participant engagement and provide deeper connection to Discover's culture and behaviors.
  • Support talent planning and project identification and matching for summer internship program.

Business Consulting and Engagement:

  • Collaborate with participant managers and Chiefs of Staff, ensuring consistent communication and status of programs.
  • Partner closely with Chiefs of Staff for assigned business unit(s) to stay aligned on project rotation needs and placements.

Operational Effectiveness and Performance:

  • Identify opportunities to create consistencies across ETAD programs and document process to ensure continued alignment.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline project matching process and enhance experience for program participants and managers.

Contribute to Emerging Talent Projects:

  • Actively participate in, and potentially lead, cross-functional project teams which might include internship programs, early identification programs, or learning summits.

Minimum Qualifications
At a minimum, here's what we need from you:

  • Bachelors in Business Administration and Management, Human Resources, or related
  • 8+ years of professional work experience required in program management, campus recruiting, HR or related field.

Preferred Qualifications
If we had our say, we'd also look for:

  • 10+ years of professional work experience in program management, continuous improvement, College student development.

Application Deadline:
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Jul We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.
Compensation:
The base pay for this position generally ranges between $88,500.00 to $149, Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.
Benefits:
We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
  • STD, Life, LTD and AD&D
  • Recognition Program
  • Education Assistance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Family Support Programs
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at .
What are you waiting for? Apply today
All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.
Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)
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