AVP – Talent Planning & Development
Dallas, Texas
Job Description:
AVP – Talent Planning & Development
This position leads the strategy development and program execution for talent practices to build a leadership pipeline for the future. This includes succession planning strategy and the design and delivery of talent development programs that develop higher-level skills and capabilities in future leaders at all levels of the organization from professionals to executives. This position also maintains the center of excellence for the firm for executive coaching and talent assessment solutions. This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted.
Responsibilities:
• Talent Planning Strategy: Work closely with business leaders to define organization wide talent planning strategies that set up AT&T for current and future business needs. This includes succession planning, leadership development, and employee retention strategies.
• Data-informed Talent Practices: Drive objective data into the talent planning and development process that informs decision-making about talent through use of data analytics and GenAI. Drive utilization of technology to automate processes and elevate the user experience.
• Succession Planning and Leadership Pipelining: Create strategies and processes that identify and prepare a deep bench of leaders to ensure continued organizational success.
• Talent Development: Articulate a clear talent development vision. Design and execute leadership development initiatives to prepare high-potential employees for future leadership roles.
• Leadership Assessment: Refine and implement a validated, multilevel leadership assessment process that identifies leaders across the organization and enables their development and growth.
• Change Management: Lead change management initiatives related to leadership development and talent management that raise the capabilities of AT&T.
• Coaching and Mentoring: Create and execute executive coaching and mentoring capabilities that accelerate leadership development across AT&T at all levels.
• Consultation: Partner with Business leaders and HRBPs on leadership best practices as a SME.
Qualifications:
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in talent management, leadership development or HR with a proven track record of having designed and delivered talent strategies in a large firm.
• Excellent communication abilities – verbal and written.
• Ability to establish rapport with and influence at senior levels and across the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to design and execute large projects.
• Deep understanding of andragogy and the ability to translate contemporary leadership development principles into pragmatic programs.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong team coaching capabilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Organizational Behavior or related field desired. Advanced degree preferred.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
- Adoption Reimbursement
- Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Extensive employee wellness programs
- Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
A career with us, a global leader in communications and technology, comes with big rewards. As part of our team, you’ll lead transformation surrounded by trailblazing industry leaders like you. You’ll be empowered to go above and beyond – making a difference through company-sponsored initiatives or connecting and networking through one of our many employee groups. And regardless of where you’re at in your career trajectory, you’ll be rewarded by the impact that comes with making a difference in the lives of millions.
With AT&T, you’ll be a part of something greater, do incredible things and be rewarded with a chance to change the world.
AT&T will consider for employment qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, State, and local laws.
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Weekly Hours:
40Time Type:
RegularLocation:
Dallas, TexasIt is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.
Job ID R-71265 Date posted 06/13/2025
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