Manager, People Partnerships

DescriptionPosition at CMI Media GroupAre you a strategic, people-centric HR leader passionate about driving organizational success through talent? We are seeking an experienced and empathetic Manager, People Partnerships to join our dynamic People team. The Manager, People Partnerships is a people-centric leader who executes talent strategies under the strategic direction of the Director, People Strategy & Partnerships. You will translate enterprise priorities into actionable initiatives that elevate performance, engagement, and employee experience across the organization. With a strong command of data and insights, you will serve as a trusted partner to business leaders and cross-functional teams—enabling performance, supporting organizational development, and fostering a culture of accountability and growth. This role supports the full employee lifecycle with empathy, operational rigor, and a commitment to continuous improvement. If you thrive on building strong relationships, coaching leaders, and making a tangible impact, we want to hear from you!What You'll Do:Strategic Business Partnership:Execute and operationalize people strategies aligned with senior leadership's vision and priorities.Contribute to talent planning, organizational design, and change management efforts.Partner with Talent Acquisition to support hiring strategies and workforce planning.Provide strategic insights in cross-functional forums and planning discussions.Organizational Insights & Action Planning:Utilize business survey results and People Analytics dashboards to guide data-informed decisions and team-level action planning.Facilitate departmental action planning with leaders to ensure accountability and momentum.Champion insight-driven execution, reinforcing leadership priorities.Performance Enablement & Coaching:Design and implement empathetic and consistent Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).Coach managers on effective feedback delivery, performance conversations, and development planning.Track and report on PIP outcomes, ensuring alignment with company values and compliance.Culture, Engagement & Inclusion:Promote a culture of continuous feedback, recognition, and inclusive growth.Partner to ensure equitable development practices across the organization.Support strategic initiatives that enhance employee experience and organizational effectiveness.Employee Lifecycle & Separation Management:Manage voluntary and involuntary separations with sensitivity, ensuring legal compliance and best practices.Conduct and/or oversee exit interviews to identify trends and inform retention strategies.Coordinate smooth offboarding processes with People Operations and Payroll.Program & Project Support:Contribute to enterprise-wide efforts such as workforce planning, talent reviews, and transformation initiatives.Collaborate across People Pillars (e.g., Transformation, Operations, Wellbeing) to ensure program alignment.Continuously improve HR tools, templates, and workflows for performance and development.What You'll Bring:6+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a strategic People Partnership or HR Business Partner role.PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.Demonstrated success in performance management, enablement, and coaching across diverse teams and functions.Proven ability to translate business priorities into actionable people strategies that drive engagement and outcomes.Strong ability to partner and influence across all organizational levels, including senior leadership.Experience leveraging people data, metrics, and insights to inform decisions and measure impact.Deep understanding of HR laws, compliance, and employee relations best practices.Proficiency in HRIS, performance management, and applicant tracking systems.Skilled in productivity and data tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint) for planning and reporting.Exceptional communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.Capable of managing multiple priorities with precision, confidentiality, and high-quality execution.