Director, Talent & Transformation

Posted 23 Days Ago
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Massachusetts
120K-150K Annually
Senior level
News + Entertainment • Software
The Role
Lead transformative HR projects focusing on operational excellence, talent acquisition, and analytics while collaborating across functions to align HR strategies with organizational goals.
Summary Generated by Built In

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Avid is looking for a Director of Talent & Transformation, who will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Talent within the organization by driving transformative projects that enhance business alignment and operational excellence. Reporting directly to the Vice President of HR, this role offers the unique opportunity to lead enterprise-wide initiatives, including HR Transformation projects, Reporting & Analytics, HRIS (Workday), and Talent Acquisition. You will collaborate across functions, leveraging data-driven insights to optimize HR strategies and deliver meaningful business outcomes.

This role is based remotely in the USA.

What you'll do

  • HR Transformation Projects: Serve as co-business owner for cross-functional initiatives aimed at modernizing HRIS, TA & Talent Development processes, systems, and strategies to align with organizational goals.
  • Reporting & Analytics: Oversee the development of dashboards and analytics tools, ensuring HR leadership has actionable insights to inform decision-making.
  • HRIS Management: In partnership with IT, drive the effective use and optimization of Workday, managing system enhancements, data integrity, and integrations with other platforms.
  • Talent Acquisition: Lead a global TA team, collaborating with leaders to refine and execute talent acquisition strategies that attract top-tier talent.
  • Talent Development: Partner with the HR Business Partner team to create and implement effective talent development and management strategies in support of business OKRs, with a focus on creating a culture of accountability and being easy to work with.
  • Strategic Partnership: Serve as a key partner to the VP of HR, providing thought leadership on emerging HR trends like AI and translating them into actionable initiatives.
  • Change Management: Develop and execute change management strategies in alignment with business needs across the HR function.

Who you are

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 8 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles.
  • Strong experience with Workday HRIS, including implementation and optimization.
  • Exceptional analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to translate data into actionable strategies.
  • Strong project management capabilities, including experience leading cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
  • Professional certifications (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-SCP, PMP) are a plus.

What to look forward to? 

  • Join a global team and experience a dynamic, collaborative work environment that fosters innovation and growth.
  • Hybrid work model offering flexibility to balance work and life.
  • Access to development programs with strong support and mentoring to help you grow and advance within the company.
  • Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusivity, and creating a welcoming environment for all employees.
  • Attractive benefits package including health & life insurance, referral rewards, and generous leave policies to ensure a healthy work-life balance. 

 

 Think this role is a good fit for you? Apply now! 

Avid is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

ABOUT AVID 
Avid Technology is a leading provider of software and hardware solutions for the media and entertainment industry. Our products are trusted by some of the world’s most iconic creators, studios, and broadcasters. We empower creative professionals with the tools they need to produce and distribute high-quality content. By driving the future of media production, Avid continues to shape the way stories are told and experienced globally. 

To learn how Avid powers greater creators or for more information, visit www.avid.com. 

US Pay Transparency Range $120,000.00 - $150,000.00

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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The Company
HQ: Burlington, MA
1,522 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1987

What We Do

We help media visionaries create art that colors our perceptions and enriches our culture. We make innovative technology and collaborative tools that inspire and spark joy so creators can entertain, inform, educate and enlighten the world.

We believe in our artists. We believe in our industry leaders. And we believe in the future of entertainment. We have a rich, 30-year history of powering media and
entertainment. But we know our history doesn’t determine our future, so we are always evolving, committed to making good better and better best.

We make many products, but we only do one thing: maximize the mediums of amazing makers. At Avid, every minute, of every day, we are powering greater creators.

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