Program Manager

🧾 Job Title: Exempt Program Manager, Talent ManagementLocation: Houston, TX (Hybrid)Employment Type: Contract🎯 Role SummaryThe Program Manager, Talent Management is responsible for leading strategic and operational programs that support Talent & Organizational Development (OD&L). This role owns end-to-end program delivery, including planning, execution, change management, and performance tracking.You will work cross-functionally to drive talent, learning, leadership development, and engagement initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.🔧 Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage multiple talent and organizational development programsDefine and execute program strategy, roadmap, and objectivesDrive end-to-end project management (scope, timelines, budget, risks)Develop and track KPIs, dashboards, and performance metricsProvide regular updates to leadership and executive stakeholdersPartner with cross-functional teams to support learning, leadership, and engagement initiativesApply change management principles to drive adoption and impactFacilitate presentations, workshops, and executive briefingsEnsure alignment with organizational priorities and talent strategy✅ Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in HR, Organizational Development, I/O Psychology, or related fieldMaster’s degree (preferred)5+ years of experience in:Program or project managementTalent management / Learning & DevelopmentOrganizational development or change management🧠 Required Skills & CompetenciesStrong program & project management skillsExperience managing cross-functional initiativesAbility to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication and stakeholder managementStrong analytical skills (KPIs, reporting, dashboards)Experience with change management and organizational behaviorAbility to influence and present to executive leadershipFamiliarity with Agile or human-centered design approaches⭐ Preferred QualificationsCertification or experience with assessments such as:HoganBirkmanDiSCStrengthsFinder360 AssessmentsPride Global and its affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Equal Employment Opportunity Pride Global and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Fair Chance Employment Pride Global and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances. Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.