Performance Management Leader: AI-Driven, Hybrid

CohnReznick; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Flexible work environment

Parental leave

Learning & development

Volunteer time off

Job summary

CohnReznick is seeking a Performance Management Manager to lead the design, deployment, and continuous improvement of our performance management program in a hybrid environment. The role centers on standards, coaching, and evaluations, with a focus on implementing a new software platform and delivering executive-ready materials.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years in performance management within a professional services firm, strong PM and communication skills, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Performance Management Manager or in a similar position
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or business-related field
• Experience working for a Public Accounting or Professional Services Firm
• Demonstrates deep expertise in performance management and applies strong business acumen to develop and recommend strategic solutions
• Strong and effective project management skills, ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail with a proven ability to produce accurate, polished, and high-quality work products in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop executive-level presentations, communications, and materials that are visually compelling, strategically aligned, and tailored for senior leadership audiences
• Superior presentation skills with the ability to adapt appropriately to target audiences, influence and foster group communication
• Demonstrated success as a collaborator and relationship builder with the ability to facilitate strategic working sessions
• Ability to work effectively under challenging conditions; demonstrates resilience
• Ability to bring multiple ideas from different channels into fruition
• Proven track record of analyzing and interpreting data to provide actionable insights
• Ability to be flexible in a dynamic environment and comfortable with ambiguity
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, maintenance and continuous improvement of the performance management experience including talent standards, coaching, evaluations and feedback
• Manage an internal performance management transformation including a new software platform implementation
• Spearhead multiple high-priority projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, ensuring effective prioritization, stakeholder alignment, and on-time delivery of strategic initiatives
• Develop and maintain process documentation, job aids, presentations, and other supporting resources to drive adoption, consistency, and operational excellence
• Create executive-level presentations, communications, and strategic deliverables that directly support firm priorities and leadership decision-making
• Leverage AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity, streamline processes, improve content development, generate insights, and drive innovation across performance management programs and initiatives
• Assist HR Field representatives and leadership in implementing performance management tools and techniques
• Develop and execute communication plans to drive performance management process awareness and compliance
• Assist in the development and presentation of performance management training programs and tools
• Collect, analyze and maintain data metrics to inform targeted employee development and succession planning
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to collect feedback and ideas for improvements, balance in-the-moment needs with long term goals
• Embrace innovation and look beyond traditional ways to create new approaches and solve problems
• Create and implement change management strategies and plans

Skills

Performance management

Project management

Executive presentations

Data analysis

Leadership

Stakeholder management

PowerPoint

MS Excel

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or business-related field

Tools

Copilot

SharePoint

Qualtrics 360

Cornerstone on Demand

UKG

PowerBI

Job description

CohnReznick is seeking a Performance Management Manager to lead the design, deployment, and continuous improvement of our performance management program in a hybrid environment. The role centers on standards, coaching, and evaluations, with a focus on implementing a new software platform and delivering executive-ready materials.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years in performance management within a professional services firm, strong PM and communication skills, and the ability to manage