Talent Management Senior Specialist

APN Consulting, Inc. is a progressive IT staffing and services company offering innovative business solutions to improve client business outcomes. We focus on high impact technology solutions in ServiceNow, Fullstack, Cloud & Data, and AI / ML. Due to our globally expanding service offerings we are seeking top-talent to join our teams and grow with us. Direct Client Requirement Job Title: Talent Management Senior Specialist Duration: 6 months (possible extension) Location: US remote Assignment Overview We are seeking a contractor to lead execution of the redesigned Year-End Performance Review. This individual will operate as a senior individual contributor, accountable for delivering a high-quality, on-time performance review experience. Key Responsibilities Year-End Performance Review Execution (Primary Focus) Execute delivery of the redesigned year-end performance review process Develop and deliver manager enablement materials (training decks, guides, job aids) Draft and refine employee and manager communications aligned to the new process Partner with the Workday team to finalize configuration and support testing/validation Collaborate with internal project manager to ensure on-time execution of project plan and management of timelines, deliverables, and dependencies Ensure a smooth, consistent, and employee-centered experience across the organization Identify and proactively mitigate risks and execution gaps General Program Execution Expectations Operate as a self-directed owner of deliverables with minimal oversight Partner effectively with cross-functional stakeholders Maintain clear documentation and materials to support consistency and scale Apply strong communication and change management practices Qualifications 5–8+ years of experience in Talent Management, L&D, HR, or a related field Demonstrated ability to independently deliver complex, cross-functional programs Strong organizational, project management, problem-solving and communication skills Ability to influence and collaborate across stakeholders Experience with performance management processes (Workday experience preferred) Success Profile Execution-oriented: able to quickly ramp and drive work forward Highly organized with strong attention to detail Comfortable managing complex and interdependent workstreams Pragmatic and solutions-focused Strong communicator with the ability to enable managers and support employees through change Potential Additional Scope Execution of the annual employee engagement survey Support for succession planning and talent review strategy Development of talent management toolkits to enable manager effectiveness Support design and delivery of other talent management programs as needed We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where individuals from all backgrounds feel valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences to join our team and help us build a culture of belonging.