Sr Talent Development Specialist

Sr Talent Development Specialist Location Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60607 About Sloan JOIN AN INDUSTRY LEADER! Quality First & Green Always Sloan is proud to share that we are certified as a Great Place to Work®. At Sloan Valve Company, our culture is built on more than a century of innovation, responsibility, and purpose. Founded in 1906, Sloan helped shape the modern plumbing industry and continues to lead in water‑efficient solutions. Guided by our values—family spirit, community, integrity, and innovation— we foster a culture of trust, accountability, and pride. As a fourth‑generation family‑owned company, our employees are driven by meaningful work that advances sustainability and supports the communities we serve. Sloan has an opening for a Senior Talent Development Specialist reporting to the Director of Talent Development at our Chicago‑area location. This is an exciting opportunity to join a Great Place To Work-Certified™ employer committed to employee growth, development, and an inclusive workplace culture. The Senior Talent Development Specialist plays a key role in designing and delivering talent and learning solutions that strengthen leadership capability, support employee development, and advance Sloan’s business priorities and culture. This individual will partner with leaders, HR Business Partners, and other key stakeholders to identify development needs and translate them into engaging, practical, and impactful solutions. The role will lead and support enterprise learning programs, leadership development initiatives, talent and performance processes, and other employee development efforts across the organization. It will also provide oversight and support for Sloan’s Employee Business Groups, helping ensure they remain aligned with organizational priorities and contribute to an inclusive and engaging employee experience. Job and Responsibilities Design, develop, facilitate, and evaluate high‑impact learning and development programs for employees and leaders across the organization. Partner with business leaders and HR Business Partners to assess development needs and recommend learning and talent solutions aligned with business priorities. Lead and support leadership development initiatives, including workshops, cohort based programs, learning labs, and other development experiences. Facilitate engaging learning experiences for audiences ranging from individual contributors to people leaders and senior leaders. Design instructor‑led, virtual, blended, and digital learning experiences using adult learning and instructional design principles. Own assigned learning and talent programs from initial concept and design through implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement Support enterprise talent initiatives, including performance management, employee development planning, competency development, talent reviews, and succession planning. Partner with leaders and employees to translate development needs into meaningful goals, experiences, and development actions. Develop high‑quality learning resources, facilitator guides, toolkits, job aids, communications, and other materials that enable learning and development across the organization. Establish measures of program effectiveness and leverage participant feedback, learning data, and business insights to evaluate impact and continuously improve programs. Leverage the Learning Management System and other learning technologies to support effective delivery, administration, tracking, and reporting of development programs. Research emerging trends and best practices in leadership development, talent management, learning technology, and employee development and recommend opportunities to enhance Sloan’s talent practices. Manage relationships with external learning partners and vendors, as appropriate, including evaluating solutions, coordinating deliverables, and monitoring quality and effectiveness. Partner across HR and the business to support organizational change through learning, communication, and leader enablement. Provide oversight and guidance for Sloan’s Employee Business Groups (EBGs), partnering with EBG leaders to support effective programming, engagement, governance, and alignment with organizational priorities. Contribute to initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, inclusion, culture, and the overall employee experience. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, driving work from concept through implementation while effectively managing stakeholders, timelines, priorities, and deliverables. Serve as a trusted Talent Development partner by building strong relationships, demonstrating sound judgment, and proactively identifying opportunities to strengthen organizational and leadership capability. Other duties and responsibilities as required. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Learning & Development, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. 5+ Years of progressive experience in talent development, learning and development, organizational development, or a related discipline. Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and facilitating learning programs for professional and/or leadership audiences. Strong facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and build credibility with audiences at multiple organizational levels. Experience applying adult learning and instructional design principles to create effective learning experiences. Experience supporting leadership development, performance management, employee development, talent management, or related HR processes. Strong consulting and relationship‑management skills, with the ability to identify needs, influence stakeholders, and translate business challenges into practical talent solutions. Demonstrated ability to independently lead projects and programs from concept through execution. Excellent project and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. Strong written, verbal, presentation, and active‑listening skills. Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to use data and feedback to evaluate effectiveness and recommend improvements Demonstrated initiative, creativity, adaptability, and sound judgment in a fast‑paced and evolving environment. Ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively across functions, locations, and organizational levels. Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace and working effectively with diverse employee populations. Why you’ll love working here Inclusive Culture: YOU Belong at Sloan At Sloan, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are embraced and celebrated. We proudly offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Growth Opportunities : We invest in our employees’ professional development with ongoing training and career advancement opportunities. Innovative Projects : Be part of exciting projects that push the boundaries of technology and make a real difference in the world. Compensation: The compensation range for this U.S.-based position is $92,250- $102,500 annually. This position is eligible to participate in the company incentive plan. The terms and conditions of the company incentive plan will be provided to plan participants on an annual basis. Our compensation range reflects our good faith estimate of what an ideal candidate can expect, but final agreed‑upon compensation will always be based on the individual candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and other job‑related or market factors that may prove relevant during the hiring process. Benefits Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, and Vision Insurance, effective the first of the month following your hire date. Health Savings Account (HSA ): With company contributions for most medical plan options. Financial Security : Basic Life, Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Short‑term Disability, Long‑term Disability, and Accident Insurance. Additional Protection: Optional Life, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Pet Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection. Convenient Commuter Benefits : Save on your daily commute. Flexible Spending Accounts : Dependent Care FSA to help manage your expenses. Wellness Support: Employee Assistance Plan and Wellness Programs to keep you healthy and happy. Retirement Savings : 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match and immediate vesting. Generous Time Off: Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Military Leave, Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, and other paid or unpaid state/local leaves where required. Work‑Life Balance: Hybrid Work Program to support your flexibility. Employee Referral Program : Earn rewards for referring great talent. Professional Development: Tuition Reimbursement Program to help you grow your skills. Community and Networking: Join our Employee Business Groups and connect with colleagues. We Are Proud Partners With the Chicago Cubs We are a Legacy Partner of the Chicago Cubs, and we are proud to be the organization’s official water efficiency partner! Through this relationship, which includes the naming rights to Sloan Park, the Cubs’ Spring Training facility in Mesa, Arizona, we have had the opportunity to promote our brand and continue our water conservation efforts in the city of Chicago and around the world. For additional company information, please visit our website at We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr