Program Manager, Talent and Performance Management

StackAdapt is a self-serve advertising platform that specializes in multi-channel solutions including native, display, video, connected TV, audio, in-game, and digital out-of-home ads. We empower hundreds of digitally-focused companies to deliver outcomes and exceptional campaign performance everyday. StackAdapt was founded with a vision to be more than an advertising platform, it’s a hub of innovation, imagination and creativity.

At StackAdapt we are committed and focused on developing and growing our team by creating growth and learning paths that excite and engage them. We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Manager in Talent and Performance Management to join our Talent Development team and lead the center of excellence for all things related to performance management, talent planning and organizational effectiveness. 

In this role, you'll work directly with the Director of Talent and Performance Management and will be a key collaborator and thought partner in the overall People and Talent strategy for StackAdapt. This position enables people strategies and programs to support the People Business Partner team, Total Rewards and business leaders to drive outcomes in areas of: performance management, career growth and development, and organizational development (i.e. workforce and succession planning).

The successful candidate requires staying abreast of external best practices in Talent Management, Organizational Development, and Learning and Development. 

StackAdapt is a Remote First company, we are open to candidates located anywhere in Canada or the US for this position. 

What you'll be doing:

• Talent and Performance Management: Iterate on and implement our global employee talent and performance management processes, including integration with HRIS system, building equitable and consistent policies for merit increases and promotions while mitigating undue risk, develop knowledge management and integrate with other People processes across the full employee lifecycle. 
• Workforce & Succession Planning: Partner with People & Culture to iterate on and implement global succession planning strategies to ensure a pipeline of qualified internal candidates for critical roles. 
• Job Architecture: Work closely with cross-functional teams across the business, including Revenue, Operations, Marketing, and Engineering to iterate on and implement competency frameworks and job architecture to meet the current needs of StackAdapt. 
• Employee development: Partner with Talent Development to build and iterate on enablement materials to support employee development. 

What you’ll bring to the table:

• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities, with a data-driven and evidence-based approach to decision making and influencing. 
• Experience in Human Resources, Psychology, Organizational Psychology and/or People Analytics is preferred, but we recognise there are many journeys that can lead to Talent Management. 
• Track record of partnering in designing, managing and scaling Talent Management programs such as performance management, talent planning, career development, succession planning, etc. that drive measurable business outcomes in support of a growing and global workforce. 
• Demonstrated experience in driving complex organizational changes through clear communication and implementation of change management practices that support organizational growth and agility. 
• Proven success in global Talent Management programs, preferably in technology or high-growth sectors. 
• Experience acting as an advisor to broader teams using data and best practice to back-up decisions, while staying grounded in the reality of implementation.
• A “how can we make this better?” mentality with a focus on progress over perfection to continuously drive for improvement 

StackAdapters Enjoy:

• Competitive salary
• RRSP/401K matching
• 3 weeks vacation + 3 personal care days + 1 Culture & Belief day + birthdays off
• Access to a comprehensive mental health care platform
• Full benefits from day one of employment
• Work from home reimbursements
• Optional global WeWork membership for those who want a change from their home office
• Robust training and onboarding program
• Coverage and support of personal development initiatives (conferences, courses, etc)
• Access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications to support continuous learning
• An awesome parental leave policy
• A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
• Our social and team events!

StackAdapt is a diverse and inclusive team of collaborative, hardworking individuals trying to make a dent in the universe. No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love, follow in faith, disability (or superpower) status, ethnicity, or the gender you identify with (if you’re comfortable, let us know your pronouns), you are welcome at StackAdapt. If you have any requests or requirements to support you throughout any part of the interview process, please let our Talent team know.

About StackAdapt

We've been recognized for our diverse and supportive workplace, high performing campaigns, award-winning customer service, and innovation. We've been awarded:

Ad Age Best Places to Work 2024

G2 Top Software and Top Marketing and Advertising Product for 2024

Campaign’s Best Places to Work 2023 for the UK

2024 Best Workplaces for Women and in Canada by Great Place to Work®

#1 DSP on G2 and leader in a number of categories including Cross-Channel Advertising

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