Talent Development Manager

Job Description:

The Talent Development Manager is responsible for designing, scaling, and continuously improving Pluralsight’s core talent and leadership development programs. This role manages enterprise talent practices that strengthen talent, succession planning, and leadership across the organization.

This role partners closely with HR Business Partners, People Analytics, HR Technology, and business leaders to deliver high-impact, data-informed talent programs that are scalable and aligned to business priorities. The Talent Development Manager operates with strong independence, sound judgment, and the ability to translate complexity into streamlined, repeatable solutions.

Who you’re committed to being:

• A strategic, program-minded Talent leader who builds scalable talent practices that strengthen performance, mobility, and leadership capability.

• A builder who thrives in ambiguity and turns complexity into streamlined, repeatable programs that deliver business results.

• A trusted advisor who brings partnership and strong judgment to cross-functional work.

• A continuous learner who uses data and technology to improve insights, talent decisions, program execution, and team member experience.

What you’ll do:

• Build and scale Pluralsight’s core talent programs and leadership practices, with a focus on adoption and measurable impact.

• Establish and lead enterprise Talent Review and 9-Box processes, including preparation, calibration facilitation, and post-cycle action planning.

• Create and support execution of Succession Planning for critical roles, including stakeholder alignment, enablement, development actions, and progress tracking.

• Design and improve employee feedback processes that strengthen leadership effectiveness and development planning.

• Create and improve development programs across all leadership levels through toolkits, enablement, and practical manager resources in partnership with HRBPs.

• Partner with People Analytics and HR Technology to improve insights, reporting, workflows, and data integrity (including within Workday).

• Accelerate and support AI adoption to transform and modernize organization design and development practices.

Experience you’ll bring:

• Hands-on experience leading talent practices such as Talent Review, 9-Box, Succession Planning, 360 Feedback, and leadership development programs.

• Strong facilitation and stakeholder influence skills, including comfort working with senior leaders.

• Data-driven and analytically strong, with experience translating insights into program improvements.

• Ability to operate independently, navigate ambiguity, and drive consistent execution across competing priorities.

Requirements:

• 6+ years of experience in Talent Management, Organizational Development, HRBP, or related People roles.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Human Resources. Master’s Degree a plus.

• Hybrid Work Model: This role follows a hybrid schedule, with on-site work at our Westlake/Dallas, TX office Tuesday through Thursday and remote flexibility on Mondays and Fridays. This approach helps us collaborate more effectively, make decisions more quickly, and build a stronger culture, while still providing flexibility.

Why you’ll love working here:

• We work in a blended environment that supports collaboration, flexibility, and connection across teams.

• We are mission-driven, shaping the future of tech upskillling and delivering impact that matters.

• We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, where everyone can contribute and thrive.

• We are always learning, creating an environment where you can take on new challenges, expand your skills, and grow with purpose.

• Benefits include competitive compensation, bonus eligibility, comprehensive medical coverage, unlimited PTO, wellness reimbursement, professional development funds, and more.

About us:

Pluralsight provides the only learning platform dedicated to accelerating the technology skills and capabilities of today’s tech workforce. Thousands of companies, government organizations and individuals around the world rely on Pluralsight to support critical technology skill development in areas that are crucial to innovation including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and machine learning. Pluralsight provides highly curated content developed by vetted technology experts, industry leading skill assessments, and hands on, immersive learning experiences designed to help individuals skill-up faster.

Physical Requirements:

This role is primarily performed in an office or home office setting and involves standard computer-based work.

EEOC Statement & Accommodations Statement:

Bring yourself. Pluralsight is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with EEOC guidelines and local laws.

If you need an accommodation to apply, interview, or perform essential job functions, please visit the bottom of our website to learn how to request an accommodation. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our DEIB Report.

Pay Transparency:

The annual US base salary range for this role is $83,600 - $110,000 USD. Actual compensation will depend on location, skills, experience, and other factors. Additional benefits and bonuses may apply.

Applications must be submitted within 90 days after the initial posting date to be considered.

Please be aware of recruiting scams. We’ll only contact you from an @pluralsight.com email or verified channels. We never ask for sensitive personal info or payments as part of the hiring process. All openings are posted on our Careers page.

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