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The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. How? With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers –– and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency. We are proud of the culture we have built. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day.

So, if you are talented, driven, creative, and eager to join a dynamic, globally-connected team, then we want to talk!

Position Overview:

As the Director of Talent Management, you will play a critical role in developing and implementing talent frameworks that align with our organization's goals and objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in job architecture, talent management,  succession planning, and career pathing, coupled with a deep understanding of HR best practices. Your leadership will drive transformative change within our dynamic organization, fostering a culture of continuous growth and development. You will also spearhead the establishment and evolution of the Talent Management Center of Excellence, positioning it as a key driver of strategic talent initiatives across the organization.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the Talent Management Center of Excellence, establishing it as a hub for best practices, tools, and resources that enhance talent management across the organization.
• Develop and oversee a comprehensive job architecture system that clearly outlines job families, levels, and career pathways, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Create and execute a succession planning strategy and process that includes talent profiles, assessment methodologies, talent reviews, action planning, and bench strength.
• Build and enhance career development framework and tools, including skills assessments, career planning guides, progression pathways, and internal mobility initiatives.
• Act as a trusted consultant to People Advisory Partners, advising on tailored People strategies for various business units to optimize talent.
• Collaborate across all People teams to deliver integrated organizational effectiveness solutions that drive performance and growth.
• Partner with and report to the Senior Director of Organizational Effectiveness to support competency development, activation, and embedding, as well as organizational design initiatives that ensure optimal structures and alignment with business priorities.
• Cultivate strong, trusted relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders, ensuring alignment on talent strategies and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Who You Are:

• Master’s degree in human resources, Psychology, Organizational Behavior, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR, talent management, competency development, succession planning or a similar role
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to design and implement effective talent management frameworks and programs.
• Demonstrated experience in performance management and organizational design, including designing and embedding scalable frameworks, is preferred.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
• Demonstrates core company values, including vision, grit, agility, generosity, openness, and wholeheartedness.

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