We are seeking a Growth and Performance Specialist to join our Talent Development team. The ideal candidate is passionate about performance management, thrives on creating and executing meaningful processes and experiences, and excels in collaborating with diverse stakeholders to bring innovative ideas to life.
At ThoughtWorks, we are deeply committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). We believe fostering a diverse workforce and inclusive environment is essential to innovation, growth, and business success. This role will play a part in ensuring that our Growth and Performance initiatives are designed and implemented in ways that reflect our passion for DEI and support an equitable and inclusive experience for all ThoughtWorkers.
Job responsibilities
- Collaborate on the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of user-centric performance management processes that are simple, scalable, and aligned with ThoughtWorks’ growth-focused culture and business needs.
- Evolve frameworks that facilitate transparent performance reviews, goal setting, and growth conversations, fostering a culture of development and accountability.
- Ensure the seamless implementation of tools and systems to support performance initiatives while proactively identifying and addressing potential challenges to enable smooth execution and adoption.
- Leverage data insights to monitor and measure the effectiveness of performance initiatives, providing recommendations for ongoing improvements.
- Partner with business partners and talent leaders across the organization and team members to ensure alignment of performance strategies with business objectives.
- Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, providing guidance on best practices in growth and performance management and facilitate change managing, training sessions, and resources to support talent leaders and Thoughtworkers in navigating performance processes.
- Create compelling narratives and communication strategies to engage Thoughtworkers and leaders in growth and performance initiatives.
- Ensure clarity and consistency in messaging around performance management processes, tools, and timelines. Highlight success stories and impact through creative storytelling to inspire participation and demonstrate the value of Talent Development efforts.
- Actively contribute to broader Talent Development initiatives within the Performance and Growth function, collaborating with peers to ensure alignment and consistency across all growth and development strategies.
- Support cross-functional projects and initiatives that enhance ThoughtWorks' performance and growth practices, driving innovation and integration across related areas.
Job qualifications
- 5+ years in talent development, performance management, or related HR roles, preferably within a global organization.
- Experience with Workday Performance management.
- Proven expertise in performance management strategy, process design, and implementation.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Professional Skills
- Exceptional ability to craft clear, compelling narratives and communicate effectively with diverse audiences. Proficiency in storytelling and change management.
- A passion for fostering growth and development, a solutions-oriented approach, and a deep commitment to inclusivity and equity.
Other things to know
There is no one-size-fits-all career path at Thoughtworks: however you want to develop your career is entirely up to you. But we also balance autonomy with the strength of our cultivation culture. This means your career is supported by interactive tools, numerous development programs and teammates who want to help you grow. We see value in helping each other be our best and that extends to empowering our employees in their career journeys.
About Thoughtworks
Thoughtworks is a dynamic and inclusive community of bright and supportive colleagues who are revolutionizing tech. As a leading technology consultancy, we’re pushing boundaries through our purposeful and impactful work. For 30+ years, we’ve delivered extraordinary impact together with our clients by helping them solve complex business problems with technology as the differentiator. Bring your brilliant expertise and commitment for continuous learning to Thoughtworks. Together, let’s be extraordinary.
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What We Do
We are a leading global technology consultancy that integrates strategy, design and software engineering to enable enterprises and technology disruptors across the globe to thrive as modern digital businesses.
Why Work With Us
As technologists, we have a unique role to play in how technology should benefit all of society, pursuing a more equitable future. Part of that role is to continuously educate ourselves on the issues that matter to the causes we believe in. We recognize our privilege and strive to see the world from the perspective of the most vulnerable.
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