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Talent Management Lead

Aurora - Seattle, WA, United States - In-office - posted 2026-07-24

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Aurora is building self-driving technology to transform mobility and logistics. As Talent Management Lead, you will design and implement company-wide talent management, succession planning, and performance management systems that support organizational growth and a high-performance culture. Key responsibilities include: **Talent Management & Development:** - Lead the design and administration of company-wide Talent Review and Succession Planning processes to identify, assess, and develop employees for critical roles - Develop and manage career pathing frameworks and competency models that support employee growth and organizational agility - Oversee deployment of targeted development programs including leadership training and mentorship initiatives to close skill gaps - Integrate diversity and inclusion principles into all talent management and succession processes **Performance Programs:** - Own and refine the end-to-end Performance Review cycle including objective setting, check-ins, year-end reviews, and calibration - Ensure the performance review system supports a high-performance culture through clear expectations, continuous feedback, and fair evaluation - Educate managers and employees on performance management best practices and effective coaching - Analyze performance data to identify trends, ensure consistency, and recommend enhancements to drive engagement and productivity - Collaborate with People Technology team to design and implement system enhancements that streamline processes and improve user experience You will be a strategic thinker with deep business acumen, data-driven decision-making capabilities, and expertise in HR methodologies. The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of progressive HR experience with strong focus on talent management, leadership development, and performance management. You should demonstrate business athlete mindset, systems thinking, strategic acumen, execution excellence, and change management skills. This role requires the ability to navigate ambiguity, solve complex problems, build trust with business leaders, and drive organizational change in a fast-paced environment.

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