Senior Manager, People Development

Company Description

Blend is a premier AI services provider, committed to co-creating meaningful impact for its clients through the power of data science, AI, technology, and people. With a mission to fuel bold visions, Blend tackles significant challenges by seamlessly aligning human expertise with artificial intelligence. The company is dedicated to unlocking value and fostering innovation for its clients by harnessing world-class people and data-driven strategy. We believe that the power of people and AI can have a meaningful impact on your world, creating more fulfilling work and projects for our people and clients. For more information, visit www.blend360.com.

Job Description

Blend is looking for a Senior Manager who is passionate about People Enablement to own the design, execution, measurement, and continuous improvement of a high-impact development program while helping establish the broader People Development function at Blend. This is a unique opportunity to architect and lead one of Blend's most critical strategic People Operations functions.   

As a foundational member of this team, you will help shape the future of employee development, onboarding, performance management, career growth, and organizational effectiveness across a global workforce. This role requires a builder mindset, exceptional accountability, strong project management capabilities, and a passion for developing talent in fast-paced, high-growth environments. 

Lead Strategic Development Programs 

• Design, launch, and continuously improve Blend's flagship AI-first engineering development program. 

• Create learning journeys that accelerate technical capability, consulting effectiveness, business acumen, people leadership and mentorship, and client readiness. 

• Develop scalable frameworks that prepare employees and people leaders to succeed in rapidly evolving AI and technology environments. 

• Partner closely with business leaders, technical experts, and delivery teams to ensure programs and curriculum align with current and future business needs. 

Design Learning & Development Experiences 

• Create and curate engaging learning content, curriculum, assessments, and development experiences. 

• Develop blended learning solutions incorporating instructor-led training, digital learning, coaching, cohort-based programs, and experiential learning. 

• Build career development pathways and skills-based learning frameworks across key employee populations. 

• Evaluate external learning resources, vendors, and technologies to enhance development offerings. 

Drive Program Execution & Operations 

• Serve as the end-to-end owner of program strategy, implementation, governance, communications, and execution. 

• Manage multiple workstreams simultaneously while ensuring exceptional quality and stakeholder alignment. 

• Establish scalable processes and operational rigor to support global learning initiatives. 

Leverage Data & Insights 

• Define success metrics and key performance indicators for all development initiatives. 

• Analyze learning effectiveness, engagement, retention, promotion, performance, and business impact data. 

• Use data-driven insights to continuously improve learning experiences and organizational effectiveness. 

Build the Future of Talent Development at Blend 

• Partner with People Operations leadership to design and scale onboarding, performance management, leadership development, and career growth programs. 

• Help establish the infrastructure, processes, and philosophy for Talent & Organizational Development across the organization. 

• Champion a culture of continuous learning, accountability, innovation, and excellence. 

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years of progressive experience in Talent Development, Organizational Development, Learning & Development, or related disciplines. 

• Experience in fast-paced technology, professional services, consulting, or other high-growth, fast-paced organizations. 

• Demonstrated success designing and deploying learning and development programs for global organizations. 

• Experience creating curriculum, learning content, competency frameworks, and development pathways. 

• Strong project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders. 

• Experience developing technical, engineering, AI, data science, or consulting talent. 

• Familiarity with learning technologies and learning management systems, like Udemy, and modern learning methodologies. 

• Experience using data and analytics to evaluate program effectiveness and drive decision-making. 

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence leaders across all levels of the organization. 

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. 

About You 

• Self-starter and driven: You take ownership, anticipate needs, and do not wait for direction. You are comfortable working independently while staying connected to the broader team. 

• Strategic communicator: You can distill complex HR concepts into clear, actionable guidance. You present ideas with confidence and listen deeply to understand the business context before recommending solutions. 

• Cultural architect: You have a creative, intentional approach to building culture and understand the value of employee experience. You see HR not as compliance, but as a lever for how we attract talent, develop people, and retain our best. 

• Problem-solver: You thrive on ambiguity and complex challenges. You are resourceful, solutions-oriented, and can navigate competing priorities with grace. 

• Curiosity & Innovation: You are intellectually curious and excited about the future of AI and its impact on people and talent development.  

• Excellent attention to detail: You understand that great HR operations are built on accuracy, consistency, and reliability. You catch errors before they matter. 

• Collaborative mindset: You build strong relationships with leaders, peers, and employees. You are seen as trustworthy, approachable, and genuinely invested in employee success. 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. The starting pay range for this role is $150,000 - $170,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, certifications, training, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range and determining factors for compensation are considered for each individual circumstance. BLEND360 also offers a competitive benefits program to meet the health and financial well-being of our team and their families. You can look forward to a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, PTO, paid holidays, commuter benefits, spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, and EAPs.