Director, Talent - Talent Management

Talent programs are completed accurately, consistently and on schedule, with minimal last-minute escalation.

The Talent roadmap has clear priorities, owners, milestones and visibility.

Initiative owners are held accountable, and risks or stalled decisions are surfaced early.

Leaders receive timely, practical guidance and understand their responsibilities.

Employee relations and performance matters are addressed early, documented appropriately and brought to resolution.

Critical processes have current documentation, cross-training and dependable continuity coverage.

Payroll continues accurately and on schedule during planned or unexpected coverage gaps.

Talent leadership has reliable visibility into progress, trends and decisions requiring attention.

What You’ll Bring

10+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally within an agency, technology company or fast-paced professional services environment.

Significant hands-on experience executing and operationalizing performance management, talent reviews and employee programs.

Demonstrated experience managing complex, cross-functional projects and organizational roadmaps.

Strong employee relations judgment and working knowledge of employment law and regulatory requirements.

Proven success building scalable processes, SOPs, controls and operating rhythms.

Experience supporting payroll processes and working knowledge of payroll controls; ADP experience is strongly preferred.

Strong leadership, critical-thinking, problem-solving and stakeholder-management skills.

Ability to work independently, make sound decisions and distinguish between matters to resolve directly and those requiring escalation.

Exceptional attention to detail, follow-through and written and verbal communication skills.

Advanced proficiency with HRIS and performance-management systems, Google Workspace, and people reporting and analytics.

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At MERGE, we’re committed to fostering an environment where our team members can thrive in both their careers and personal lives, ensuring they feel supported and empowered to succeed.

MERGE believes in transparency and equity. In accordance with state regulations, we’re proud to include salary ranges in our job postings to ensure fair compensation practices.

The salary range for this role is $110,000 - $120,000, based on the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other relevant factors. The salary pay range is subject to change and may be modified at any time.

MERGE is proud to invest in benefits that include meaningful Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K, Lifestyle Spending Account, Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Flexible Time off & Holidays plus many other benefits and rewards.

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

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Ability. Mastering our craft

Agility. Delivering with a growth mindset

Humility. Collaborating for shared success

MERGE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

MERGE welcomes and celebrates diversity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status or people with abilities. We believe that the more diverse we are, the more creative our work will be!