Shape and drive the enterprise strategy, mission, and standards for GE Vernova's Next Generation development programs in partnership with business and HR leaders, aligned to workforce planning priorities and future capability needs.
Translate business priorities into clear development program strategy and required talent outcomes
Lead cross-business program managers to align on enterprise priorities and initiatives
Identify and drive opportunities to simplify, standardize, and improve fragmented program structures
Benchmark externally and challenge existing approaches to elevate program quality and impact
Program Standards and Experience Design
Establish and govern enterprise-wide standards to ensure consistent, high-impact development experiences across businesses.
Define and uphold global standards across rotations, learning experiences, assignment leader expectations, and participant evaluation
Partner with program managers and L&D teams to design experiences that build critical skills and accelerate readiness
Own alignment across program design, delivery, and intended talent outcomes
Continuously improve program effectiveness based on performance data and stakeholder input
Talent Pipeline and Recruiting Partnership
Ensure development programs serve as a strong pipeline for GE Vernova's current and future talent needs.
Partner with University Recruiting to align hiring strategy with program design and workforce planning priorities
Drive improvements in candidate quality, assessment, and selection
Ensure alignment between development programs and broader early career and enterprise talent strategy
Measurement, Governance, and Continuous Improvement
Drive accountability for program performance and impact through clear metrics, governance, and consistent evaluation.
Define and implement standardized KPIs tied to talent outcomes (e.g., quality, retention, mobility, business impact)
Establish an operating rhythm for program review, evaluation, and improvement
Use data and insights to inform decisions on program quality, investment, and areas for change
Ensure programs deliver measurable value to the business and evolve with organizational needs
Communication, Influence, and Advocacy
Lead through influence to align stakeholders and drive enterprise outcomes across a complex, matrixed environment.
Build relationships across businesses, HR, and functional leaders to advance program goals
Influence stakeholders to adopt enterprise standards and improve program quality
Navigate competing priorities to drive alignment and consistency across independent business units
Champion development programs as a critical driver of GE Vernova's talent pipeline
Budget, Resources, and Tools
Ensure effective allocation of resources to support high-quality, scalable programs.
Own cross-enterprise program experience budget and resource allocation
Evaluate and optimize tools and technologies supporting development programs
Align investments to program performance, scale, and strategic priorities
Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources, or related discipline, or equivalent experience
10+ years of experience in talent management, leadership development, early career programs, or enterprise program leadership, with demonstrated impact on talent outcomes
Desired Characteristics / Competencies
Proven experience operating in a global, matrixed organization , driving alignment across businesses or functions without direct authority
Demonstrated ability to translate business and workforce priorities into talent strategies and scalable solutions
Track record of improving talent pipeline outcomes (e.g., hiring quality, retention, readiness, or mobility), not just managing programs
Strong analytical capability with experience using data to drive decisions and influence stakeholders
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and driving change at scale , including challenging legacy approaches
Strong communication skills and executive pre
Additional Information
Job Description Summary
The Sr. Manager, Early Career Strategy - Development Programs leads the enterprise strategy, standards, and performance of GE Vernova's early career development programs.
This role is accountable for ensuring development programs produce high-quality, business-ready talent aligned to GE Vernova's future skill and leadership needs. You will work across businesses, functions, and regions to drive consistency, raise the bar on program quality, and connect development experiences directly to workforce outcomes.
Operating in a highly matrixed environment, you will influence without direct authority, aligning diverse stakeholders while challenging legacy approaches and driving enterprise-wide improvement. Success in this role requires balancing strategic direction with strong execution, while navigating competing priorities across independent businesses.
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Ge Vernova · Boston, MA