AVP, Talent Enablement

Pacific Life Insurance Company$204K — $260K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Business, or related field
  • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in talent management or enterprise HR
  • Demonstrated experience with enterprise talent programs like performance management and succession planning
  • Experience enabling diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives
  • Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a collaborative environment
  • Certification in coaching and talent assessments
  • Familiarity with HR technologies and data-driven insights

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and governance of enterprise talent programs like performance management and succession planning
  • Advance employee experience and culture through Diversity & Inclusion initiatives
  • Embed Pacific Life's values within talent programs
  • Partner with analytics to manage enterprise listening strategy and formulate actionable insights
  • Establish metrics to assess talent enablement initiatives
  • Collaborate with HR partners to align programs with workforce goals
  • Create and maintain Pacific Life's Employee Value Proposition

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account
  • Generous paid time off including Paid Time Off and Financial Planning Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance Program
  • Competitive 401k savings plan with company matching contributions
Full Job Description
Were actively seeking a talented Associate Vice President (AVP) of Talent Enablement to join our Talent Management team in Newport Beach, CA. As the AVP of Talent Enablement, youll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by overseeing the strategies, insights, and processes for talent programs such as performance management and succession planning, as well as the Employee Experience & Belonging function. You will fill a new role that sits on the People Experience (PX) team within Talent Management, reporting directly to the Global Head of Talent Management. You will oversee a team of Talent Program and Employee Experience & Belonging Specialists. Your colleagues will include other talent management leaders across Organizational Development & Change Management and Talent Development. How youll help us move forward:  Lead the design, delivery and governance of enterprise talent programs including performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, career pathing, assessments, employee surveys, executive coaching, and high potential programs  Advance the employee experience, culture, and belonging strategy by providing leadership, direction, and oversight for Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, ensuring programs meet employee needs and offering strategic advisory support to executives and senior leaders.  Ensure programs and initiatives are tied to and embed Pacific Lifes Values, Behaviors, and Strategies within our culture  Partner with People Experience Analytics to design and manage the enterprise listening strategy; leverage employee survey and talent data (engagement, pulse, onboarding satisfaction, 30-day check-ins, etc.) to translate insights into clear, actionable recommendations.  Establish and monitor outcome-based metrics and scorecards to measure the effectiveness and impact of talent enablement initiatives.  Collaborate closely with HR Business Partners, Centers of Excellence, and business leaders to ensure Talent Enablement programs and initiatives are aligned to enterprise workforce goals, future capabilities, and divisional and functional needs.  Create and maintain Pacific Lifes Employee Value Proposition (EVP)  Lead, develop, and coach a team of talent professionals, ensuring high-quality program execution and continuous improvement. The experience you bring  Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Business, or a related field.  10+ years of progressive leadership experience in talent management, organizational development, or enterprise HR, with experience operating at scale.  Demonstrated experience leading or overseeing enterprise talent programs such as performance management, succession planning, career development, onboarding, leadership, and high-potential programs.  Experience supporting or enabling diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives, including partnering with leaders to advance inclusive practices.  Proven ability to lead and develop teams, delivering results through others in a collaborative, matrixed environment.  Certification in coaching and talent assessments  Strong familiarity with HR technologies and systems (e.g., Workday or similar platforms).  Extensive experience using data and insights to inform decisions, measure impact, and drive continuous improvement.  Ability to translate workforce and employee data into clear, actionable insights for HR and business leaders.  Strong communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills.  Experience operating in a global, highly matrixed organization. What makes you stand out  Masters degree in Human Resources, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.  Experience in a global environment, preferably within insurance, financial services, or another highly regulated industry.  Passion for employee development, experience, and culture, with a track record of improving how employees grow and engage at work. Working Conditions  Occasional travel may be required.  Flexible hours to support collaboration with a global employee base. Base Salary Range: $204,000 - $260,000 #LI-JS1 Base Pay Range: The base pay range noted represents the companys good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay. Your Benefits Start Day 1 Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and were committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, weve got you covered.  Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents  Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off  Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program  Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation You Can Be Who You Are We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential. Whats life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

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Join Pacific Life Insurance Company’s esteemed team to assist in pioneering efforts that drive the insurance industry forward. At the intersection of technology, industry expertise, and digital innovation, Pacific Life Insurance Company stands as a beacon of transformative solutions and services. Lead in a unique position in the marketplace, leveraging deep industry knowledge and a commitment to digital innovation to enhance client experiences and outcomes. Engage with a diverse global team of business and technology advisors, helping clients navigate through their challenges with cutting-edge solutions. Collaborate with dedicated professionals who are at the forefront of integrating technology and insurance services to deliver exceptional results.

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