Develop and execute a comprehensive talent strategy encompassing talent acquisition, learning & development, and talent management aligned to the Bank's strategic priorities and workforce needs
Lead enterprise-wide talent review and succession planning processes, ensuring robust pipelines for critical roles across all business areas
Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders to identify and close capability gaps in areas such as leadership, technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and specialized Federal Reserve competencies
Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on talent risks, workforce trends, and organizational capability needs
Leverage talent analytics and workforce data to inform strategy and measure program effectiveness - providing actionable insights and recommendations to HR leadership and business stakeholders
Talent Management
Establish robust succession planning frameworks for executive and critical roles across the organization
Drive internal mobility and career pathing to retain and develop key talent
Lead the design and continuous improvement of processes and tools that reinforce accountability and development
Build talent pipelines aligned with future workforce needs, aligning with the System and Bank's strategic plans
Talent Acquisition
Oversee the talent acquisition function to attract, assess, and hire high-quality talent in a competitive market
Build strong talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-
Benefits
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Additional Information
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Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston is one of the 12 Federal Reserve Banks that, together with the Board of Governors in Washington, D.C., make up the Federal Reserve System. We (the "Boston Fed," the "Bank") serve the First Federal Reserve District that includes the six New England states: Connecticut (excluding Fairfield County), Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
With the overarching vision of a vibrant economy that works for all, the Boston Fed promotes sound growth and financial stability in our region and the nation and helps to formulate and implement monetary policy. Our contributions to the First District and the nation are founded on high-quality research and bank supervisory activities, excellence in supporting financial services and financial markets stability, leadership in payments innovation, and an active commitment to supporting economic well-being in communities.
The Bank holds several key System roles, including leading the Financial Support Office, which directs financial management for the System, including managing the budget and related technology programs. The Bank develops and leads innovative payments programs. One example is the recently launched FedNowSM Service ("FedNow"), a real-time gross payments settlement system. The Bank also played a central leadership role in the Federal Reserve's crisis responses during both the Great Financial Crisis (2008) and the global pandemic (2020). The Bank is a thought leader and innovator in numerous areas, including financial stability, monetary policy, and community development.
The Boston Fed employs approximately 1,300 people, based primarily in the First District. We are proud of our strong organizational culture, which is built on our four core values: Community, Innovation, Integrity & Trust, and Leadership & Excellence. Our inclusive work environment respects and fully values our employees' individual strengths, including their different backgrounds, personalities, and thought processes.
We are a visible business leader in Greater Boston and throughout the First District, serving as an important business community advisor and nonpartisan convener of ideas in areas of economic and workforce development. Our President and Bank leaders are engaged with numerous organizations that support the First District community, including professional associations and nonprofit and academic boards.
Position Overview
The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston is seeking an accomplished Head of Talent and Learning to lead our talent management, talent acquisition, and learning & development functions. This strategic leadership role is a member of the HR leadership team and is instrumental in building organizational capability, strengthening talent pipelines, and advancing a high-performance culture that supports our mission-critical work.
Reporting to the VP, People & Culture, this leader will oversee a team of 10 professionals, including 3 direct reports, and will be responsible for designing and executing an integrated talent strategy aligned to the Bank's strategic priorities and in collaboration with Federal Reserve System peers.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned talent leader who combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, thrives in a collaborative culture, and is passionate about developing people and building organizational capability in service of public mission.
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