Vice President of Learning and Talent Development

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Position Summary
We are seeking a Vice President of Learning & Talent Development to lead our Learning, Talent, and Total Rewards objectives. This position is on-site at one of our preferred locations and will play a key role in shaping and executing strategies that make our people a true competitive differentiator.  Armanino is known for its innovative culture, collaborative environment, and focus on empowering its people and clients.

Responsibilities

As the Vice President of Learning and Talent Development, this executive will define and execute a strategic vision to cultivate a high-performing, future-ready workforce that supports Armanino’s firmwide growth, innovation, and organizational excellence, with a focus on scaling effectively in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities span four primary areas:

Strategic Learning Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive, enterprise-wide learning strategy that positions Armanino as a leader in delivering exceptional client services.

• Collaborate with Business Units and the Growth Office to create innovative learning and leadership development programs that drive business impact and operational excellence.

• Design multi-tiered leadership development curricula to prepare the next generation of leaders for critical roles within the organization.

• Ensure compliance with global, federal, state, and local learning and certification requirements, aligning programs with regulatory standards.

• Develop the curriculum to incorporate learning and education on the evolving tools and technology used in client delivery and internal business deliverables (e.g. Analytics, AI, and sophisticated business models)

• Harness advanced technologies, including AI and analytics, to enhance scalability, engagement, and effectiveness of learning initiatives.

Talent Development and Workforce Strategy

• Lead the Talent Management function to deliver high-impact programs aligned with business needs, fostering career progression and employee engagement at all levels.

• Oversee the evolution of job architecture, ensuring role levels, competencies, and compensation structures align with the firm's growth objectives, firmwide priorities and client needs.

• Drive executive succession planning and talent readiness, ensuring a robust leadership pipeline to support long-term organizational success.

• Embed diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into all talent initiatives, advancing a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and performance.

• Design and implement workforce initiatives tailored to scaling operations in a fast-paced private equity environment, with a focus on agility, efficiency, and alignment to business objectives.

• Continuously assess and refine employee benefits, ensuring alignment with market trends and organizational goals to attract and retain top talent.

Workforce Analytics and Insights

• Define and measure People KPIs to ensure alignment with business objectives and drive accountability across the organization.

• Develop sophisticated analytics and dashboard capabilities to track outcomes in learning, talent development, and rewards programs, providing real-time insights for executive decision-making.

• Leverage data and predictive analytics to inform talent strategies, optimize initiatives, and address emerging workforce challenges proactively.

• Achieve all key performance metrics across Learning, Talent and Total Rewards functions. 

Organizational Leadership

• Build and lead a high-performing team, cultivating a culture of collaboration, accountability, and strategic impact.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the executive leadership team, providing guidance on workforce strategy, organizational effectiveness, and talent priorities.

• Oversee partnerships with external vendors and thought leaders, integrating best practices and innovative solutions to augment internal capabilities.

• Advocate for a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability, ensuring alignment with Armanino’s vision and the unique demands of scaling in a private equity environment.

• Pursue and achieve a high degree of internal customer service satisfaction.

This executive leader will play a pivotal role in positioning Armanino as a destination for top talent, driving transformative learning and talent development initiatives that ensure sustained success and operational scalability in a dynamic, high-growth landscape.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is a visionary leader and collaborative team player with a proven track record of driving transformational change in Learning and Talent functions.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Learning & Education, related field or equivalent work experience. Advanced degrees in above fields or MBA preferred. 

• Professional Experience: Minimum of 15 years’ experience in Learning and Talent leadership roles with increasing responsibility.

• Leadership Experience: At least 10 years of senior management experience in Learning and Talent leadership roles, demonstrating a progressive track record of responsibility and impact.

• Business Consulting/Industry Experience: Experience within the business consulting or BPO industry is preferred, demonstrating the ability to apply talent strategies within complex business environments.

• Expertise in Talent and Organizational Development: Proven knowledge and experience in talent management, learning and leadership development, organizational dynamics, employee engagement, and compensation and benefits strategies.

• Executive Development & Succession Planning Expertise: Experience designing and executing executive development programs, including succession planning, coaching, and mentorship initiatives for senior leaders.

• Proven Ability to Drive Pay-for-Performance Culture: Demonstrated success in developing and managing pay-for-performance models and performance management processes to maximize employee potential.

• Strategic and Business Acumen: Strong strategic thinking with the ability to align talent development and organizational goals. Experience in driving business transformation and managing organizational change effectively.

• Advanced Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex situations and provide data-driven, fact-based solutions with speed and confidence.

• Exceptional Communication Skills: Proven ability to communicate effectively with executive and senior leadership, tailoring messages to diverse audiences and influencing key stakeholders.

• Collaborative Leadership: Self-motivated with a strong track record of collaboration and building relationships at all levels within the organization.

• Adaptability and Decision-Making: Agility in decision-making in complex and fast-paced environments, with the ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities and challenges.

• High Integrity and Emotional Intelligence: A commitment to the highest ethical standards, coupled with strong emotional intelligence and the ability to navigate organizational dynamics with sensitivity and care.

• Work Environment: The role requires an office-based work environment with no specific physical demands beyond standard professional office settings.

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