Program Manager, People Programs

Own planning and execution of cyclical People programs, including performance management, talent reviews, engagement surveys, and systems optimizations Define project scopes, success criteria, subject matter experts, detailed project plans, timelines, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations Own the People program calendar, project/program tracking, and reporting; support issue identification and resolution Lead the People Team AI Enablement strategy and implementation, including tracking AI trends and teaching the team to use AI as a capability multiplier Lead strategic internal communications campaigns aligned with People initiatives and programs Craft the People roadmap narrative to clarify People strategy and its impact on employee experience Conduct post-project evaluations and apply learnings to subsequent projects Advise the People team on project scoping and delivery best practices and support individual projects Prepare Board- and Executive-Team-ready presentations with People data, program results, and OKR alignment Improve People team-wide meetings and collaboration events through goals, agendas, slide decks, and supporting materials Manage the team operations calendar and identify synergies and optimization opportunities Support the Chief People Officer in managing and prioritizing the People team budget Execute additional key projects as assigned, such as real estate strategy Serve as a trusted advisor, thought partner, and strategic operator; report to the Chief People Officer and collaborate with executives and business partners Requirements 8+ years of experience as an HR/People Operations practitioner Subject matter expertise in one or more of performance management, employee engagement, talent management, compensation, HR systems management, implementations, or integrations Experience independently managing complex projects with company-wide reach and impact Demonstrated understanding of the People function, best practices, standards, compliance, systems, and common programs and initiatives Fluency with data reporting and analysis and relevant tools such as Google Sheets and Google Slides Experience using data to provide insight, support decision-making, and build influence Experience leveraging AI tools for individual and team productivity and efficiency Experience with business tools for project lifecycle management and communication; stack includes Notion, Slack, and Google Suite Demonstrated excellence developing executive-facing presentations and analyses in Google Slides and Google Sheets Demonstrated consultative and partnership skills with stakeholders across all levels Bachelor’s Degree preferred, not required Agile/PMP Certification is a plus Strategic thinking with ability to execute tactically Comfort leveraging AI tools and teaching others to use them Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to change Ability to establish trust and cultivate partnerships Proactive, autonomous problem-solving ability Judgment, discretion, confidentiality, and attention to detail Excellent verbal and written communication skills Positive, solution-oriented teamwork Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in managing complex People programs and projects, with a strong focus on performance management, employee engagement, and strategic communications. Proficient in leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity and data analysis for informed decision-making. Hard Skills Performance Management Employee Engagement Talent Management HR Systems Management Project Lifecycle Management Data Analysis Google Sheets Google Slides Notion Slack Soft Skills Strategic Thinking Proactive Problem-Solving Communication Skills Partnership Skills Adaptability Certifications & Qualifications Agile Certification PMP Certification Industry Keywords People Programs Stakeholder Management Employee Experience Board Presentations Team Collaboration Tools & Technologies Google Suite AI Tools Project Management Tools #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor