Vertex Education · 20 hours ago
Talent and Development Manager
Chandler, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expVertex Education is a purpose-led education services provider dedicated to changing lives through education. The Talent & Development Manager will play a crucial role in enhancing leadership capacity within the organization by designing and implementing leadership development programs and overseeing strategic talent development systems.
Continuing EducationEducationManagement Information Systems
Responsibilities
Design and implement structured leadership development programs based on Vertex’s existing leadership framework
Create role-specific learning journeys for managers, directors, and senior leaders that drive competency growth and culture alignment
Source, adapt, and integrate third-party leadership content or providers where appropriate
Define learning goals and track program participation, effectiveness, and long-term impact
Lead the design and execution of talent development processes, including 360 reviews, performance management, and succession planning
Define milestones and expectations for leadership performance and growth across levels
Develop and continuously refine coaching frameworks and individualized development plans
Partner with HR to align talent systems with organizational strategy and people goals
Support and evolve organization-wide programs such as B.E.S.T., ensuring they align with leadership and employee development goals
Lead the development of foundational employee training experiences that reinforce Vertex culture and shared knowledge
Partner with teams across the organization to ensure effective onboarding, compliance, and general skills training
Evaluate existing programs for relevance and effectiveness, recommending enhancements or sunsetting as needed
Facilitate engaging and high-impact learning sessions for Vertex leaders at all levels
Customize content and delivery to meet the specific needs of different leader roles and departments
Integrate tools, assessments, and experiential learning methods to deepen leadership impact and retention
Gather and apply feedback to continuously improve training delivery and learner experience
Develop structured interview guides aligned to Vertex’s leadership competencies and values
Train managers and hiring teams on behavioral interviewing, candidate assessment, and bias mitigation
Partner with HR to ensure consistent, equitable hiring practices for leadership roles
Use hiring data and success metrics to refine selection processes and onboarding effectiveness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in leadership development, organizational development, or talent management
Direct experience designing and implementing leadership development programs using an existing competency or leadership framework
Proven success developing and managing performance management tools, 360 assessments, and succession planning processes
Strong facilitation skills with the ability to lead high-impact training sessions for managers, directors, and senior leaders
Demonstrated experience supporting organization-wide learning programs, including onboarding and core skills training
None required, but relevant certifications (e.g., Hogan, Korn Ferry, CliftonStrengths, SHRM) are a plus
Preferred
Master's degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline
Familiarity with leadership development and coaching frameworks such as FranklinCovey, Korn Ferry, or Center for Creative Leadership
Experience working in or supporting K–12 education, charter schools, or mission-driven organizations
Experience selecting and managing external training providers or consultants
Benefits
Industry-leading pay
Rewards
Referral bonuses
Unlimited flexible paid time-off for performance
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
401(k) plans with a 6% employer match on your contributions
Mentoring and money to take training classes
Company
Vertex Education
Vertex Education is an education management company that provides academic,business and development services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brandon Jones
President & CEO
Ingmar Berg
Chief Financial Officer
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