ABOUT US |   HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an employee-owned company advising public, private, non-profit, and philanthropic clients on how to increase opportunity and advance quality of life in cities.

We believe in creating vital places, building equitable and resilient communities, and improving people’s lives.

From Brooklyn to London, Medellin to Hong Kong, we have guided hundreds of clients in transforming real estate and economic development concepts, and public infrastructure, first into actionable plans and then into job-producing, community-strengthening assets.

Our clients include real estate owners and investors, hospitals and universities, cultural institutions and philanthropies, community development organizations, and governments.

HR&A has offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Raleigh, Washington D.C. and the Bay Area. We come from diverse backgrounds, have a breadth of lived experience, and share a passion for cities. We are former city officials, executive directors, planners, lawyers, architects, and economists.

Hear more about the HR&A experience from our staff.

Learn more about careers at HR&A on our website here.

THE ROLE | HR&A is seeking a Director of Talent Management based in our New York City office. The Director of Talent Management is responsible for developing and executing the organization’s talent strategy to attract, develop, engage, and retain a high performing workforce. This role oversees leadership development, performance management, talent acquisition, learning and development programs, and organizational initiatives. The Director partners closely with senior leadership and HR colleagues to build a strong talent pipeline and foster a culture that supports growth, agility, and organizational excellence.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES |

• Develop and implement a comprehensive talent management strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Serve as a business partner with hiring managers to develop effective sourcing and recruitment strategies that result in client satisfaction. Develop effective relationships within the organization and the hiring community to have influence and impact the recruiting process and hiring.
• Hire exceptional and diverse talent that come from a broad range of backgrounds and bring unique perspectives further fostering a dynamic workplace.
• Lead workforce planning efforts, identifying high potential employees and critical skill gaps.
• Oversee the design and delivery of learning and development programs, training initiatives, and career development pathways.
• Manage the quarterly performance management process, ensuring fairness, consistency, and alignment with company values.
• Implement tools and systems to support learning, performance, and talent analytics.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on employee development and performance best practices.
• Measure program effectiveness through data, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all talent programs are inclusive, equitable, and supportive of the organization’s DEI strategy.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED |

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with experience in talent acquisition, talent management or learning and development.
• Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate business needs into talent strategies.
• Expertise in leadership development, performance management, and organizational development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
• Skilled facilitator with strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Analytical mindset with experience using data to drive decisions.
• Project management and change management capabilities.
• Strong organizational skills, including being detail- and process-oriented with the ability to manage several work streams concurrently.
• Experience working at a consulting or professional services firm is preferred but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM SCP, SPHR) is a plus.

HYBRID WORK POLICY | HR&A fosters a collaborative and flexible work environment through our hybrid work policy. Employees work from the office at least three days a week, which allows individuals the freedom to balance their professional and personal lives while maintaining a strong connection to their teams.

COMPENSATION | The salary range for this position is $130,000 – $150,000 per year, plus the opportunity for a discretionary year-end bonus. Where an offer falls inside this pay range is dependent on experience.  We offer competitive compensation packages, based on qualifications and experience. We are an employee-owned company, meaning you will have the opportunity to benefit from the firm’s growth over time through participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Each year, the firm will contribute funds to this long-term wealth-building account and may make contributions to other retirement accounts. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums, including dental and vision coverage.

HOW TO APPLY | HR&A is committed to attracting and retaining a talented, diverse, competitive team of professionals dedicated to solving the challenges of urban life and advancing equity in all our work. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please submit a cover letter and resume on HR&A’s website here. Applications without a cover letter will not be reviewed. 

We ask that you submit a version of your resume that has your school information removed. There is no need to reformat your resume, and you should leave your degree (e.g., “B.A. Economics” or “B.A. Public Policy”). But please remove all undergraduate and graduate school name references. This request is part of our ongoing work to build a hiring system that is free from bias and based on candidate merit and performance in the hiring process.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

For more information, please contact us at [email protected].