Performance & Talent Programs Manager

Ladders; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 216,000 - 264,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship

Hybrid work policy: 25% in-office

Inclusive workplace

Commitment to ethical AI

Job summary

Ladders, based in New York, NY, is seeking a Performance & Talent Programs Manager to join a leader in the Information Technology space. You will own the execution and evolution of performance and talent programs that support a fast-moving, growth-oriented organization, partnering with People Services, Analytics, and internal systems teams to improve performance cycles and talent planning.

The role combines program leadership, cross-functional coordination, and thoughtful change management to

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in performance management and talent programs, especially during rapid growth phases.
• Strong program management skills with a history of managing complex, multi-month cycles.
• Experience with performance tooling such as Workday or Lattice, and collaboration with internal tools teams.
• Ability to build manager enablement programs that effectively change behavior.
• Exceptional written communication skills, particularly in ambiguous environments.

Responsibilities

• Own the execution of performance and talent programs, ensuring they scale effectively.
• Design programs that provide continuous performance signals for talent planning.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with People Services and Analytics to enhance program execution.
• Act as a product partner for internal tools, prioritizing needs and shaping system architecture.
• Iterate on program frameworks based on data and feedback to meet evolving needs.
• Lead program redesigns, including stakeholder alignment and communication strategies.
• Develop enablement resources for managers and People Partners to ensure consistent cycle execution.

Skills

Performance management

Talent programs

Program management

Written communication

Tools

Workday

Lattice

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Performance & Talent Programs Manager to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.

This role will own the execution and evolution of performance and talent programs that support a fast-moving, growth-oriented organization. You will partner closely with People Services, Analytics, and internal systems teams to improve how the company runs performance cycles, informs talent planning, and enables managers. The position combines program leadership, cross-functional coordination, and thoughtful change management to help build scalable people processes in an environment that values clear communication and continuous improvement.

Location: New York, NY

Compensation: $240,000+ annually

Responsibilities

• Own the execution of performance and talent programs, ensuring they scale effectively.
• Design programs that provide continuous performance signals for talent planning.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with People Services and Analytics to enhance program execution.
• Act as a product partner for internal tools, prioritizing needs and shaping system architecture.
• Iterate on program frameworks based on data and feedback to meet evolving needs.
• Lead program redesigns, including stakeholder alignment and communication strategies.
• Develop enablement resources for managers and People Partners to ensure consistent cycle execution.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in performance management and talent programs, especially during rapid growth phases.
• Strong program management skills with a history of managing complex, multi-month cycles.
• Experience with performance tooling such as Workday or Lattice, and collaboration with internal tools teams.
• Ability to build manager enablement programs that effectively change behavior.
• Exceptional written communication skills, particularly in ambiguous environments.

Benefits

• Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates.
• Hybrid work policy requiring in-office presence at least 25% of the time.
• Encouragement for diverse candidates to apply, fostering an inclusive workplace.
• Commitment to ethical AI development and representation in team dynamics.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.