Performance Management Consultant

Old Mutual; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Mutual is seeking a Performance Management Consultant to enhance performance management practices aligned with strategic goals. The role includes designing performance frameworks, implementing processes, and providing analytics and support to drive efficacy across the organization. Ideal candidates will possess relevant HR qualifications and extensive experience in performance management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HR or consulting roles focused on performance management.
• Experience in design and implementation of performance frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of performance management methodologies like OKRs and SMART goals.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and implementation of performance management frameworks.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends and gaps.
• Lead the implementation of performance management cycles.

Skills

Data Analysis

HR Employee Relations

Stakeholder Management

Business Requirements Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field

NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advance Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent

Tools

Workday

Job description

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

The Performance Management Consultant contributes to the designing, and implementation, of the performance management framework, processes, and tools that drive individual and organizational effectiveness. This role partners closely with HR, business partners, and employees to ensure performance management practices are aligned with strategic goals and foster a culture of continuous feedback, accountability, and development.

Key Result Areas

Performance Framework Design:

• Provide input into performance management frameworks, processes, and KPIs that align with organizational strategy and support a high-performance culture.

Process Implementation & Support:

• Assist with leading the end-to-end implementation of performance management cycles (goal setting, mid-year and year-end reviews, calibration sessions, etc.).

• Test for consistent application of performance standards and processes across all organizational levels and departments

Analytics & Reporting:

• Analyze performance data to identify trends, gaps, and enhancement opportunities. Support on delivering analytical reports that enable leadership to make informed decisions and drive continuous improvement efforts.

Training, Communication and Change:

• Contribute to the design and delivery of training sessions and supporting resources on performance management best practices. Support clear and consistent communication of related processes and timelines.

• Provide group guidance and coaching to managers and employees on setting objectives, delivering feedback, managing underperformance, and conducting reviews.

• Support change management efforts to embed a performance-oriented mindset across the organization

• Build effective working relationships within the internal client organization, delivering high-quality professional services with guidance from senior colleagues

System Optimization:

• Collaborate with HRIS or IT teams to optimize digital performance management tools and platforms, ensuring usability and data integrity.

Requirements: Skills, Qualifications and Experience required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in HR or consulting roles with a strong focus on performance management.

• Experience in contributing to the design and implementation of performance frameworks in complex, matrixed organizations.

• Strong knowledge of performance management methodologies (e.g., OKRs, SMART goals, 9-box, balanced scorecard).

• Data analysis experience would be advantageous

• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in HRIS and performance management tools (Workday).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Key Competencies:

• Analytical Capability

• Stakeholder Management

• Communication & Facilitation

• Adaptability

• Integrity and Confidentiality

Skills

Business Requirements Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Compilation, Data Interpretations, Data Management, Evaluating Information, Executing Plans, HR Employee Relations, Human Capital Management Systems, Nonprofit Law, Oral Communications, Policies & Procedures, Regulatory Compliance Management

Competencies

Business Insight Communicates Effectively Decision Quality Drives Engagement Ensures Accountability Manages Complexity Optimizes Work Processes

Education

NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advance Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent

Closing Date

29 June 2025 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

The Old Mutual Story!