**We believe in the power and joy of learning** At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose – driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education. **Our culture values diversity, engagement, and discovery** Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that creating an inclusive and diverse workplace is absolutely essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through inclusive programs, benefits, and initiatives that are integrated into the fabric of how we work every day. To learn more, please see https://www.cengagegroup.com/about/inclusion-and-diversity/ . **What You'll Do Here:** Joining the Cengage Group Talent & Potential team as the Program Manager, Talent Management & Talent Development means working closely with the Sr. Director, Talent & Potential. You will play a vital role in ensuring our Talent programs meet world-class standards and align with the organization's goals. + Drive the strategy and own the flawless execution of the annual performance management process, leading program design, execution, evaluation, and improvements. + Strategically manage employee recognition programs, such as the Ethos Award program, ensuring alignment with Cengage Ethos and strategy. + Lead the execution of New Hire Onboarding, assessing the quality of the employee experience and suggesting improvements. + Program manage other Talent Management and Talent Development programs, ensuring logistical success and alignment with organizational needs. + Design, implement, and facilitate Talent programs, collaborating cross-functionally and raising issues as needed. + Maintain current industry trends knowledge, promoting idea sharing and proven practices. + Collaborate to assess and align programs with organizational needs, ensuring flawless execution. + Support the Learning Management System, Workday Learning, including company-wide compliance training implementation. **Skills You Will Need Here:** + Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) with a proven track record in Talent or HR functions. + Proficient in HRIS systems, specifically Workday. + Ability to implement and deliver training within a matrixed organization. + Skilled at driving programs and projects in sophisticated environments. + Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint. + Highly organized, motivated, and collaborative. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Outstanding presentation skills and strong analytical capabilities. Cengage Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. You may view Cengage’s EEO/Affirmative Action Policy signed by CEO Michael Hansen (https://p.widencdn.net/pdvq6j/EEO\_Policy\_Statement\_January\_2017) and Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law notice (http://embed.widencdn.net/pdf/plus/cengage/ybs5gt19ik/eeopost-merged.pdf) by visiting their corresponding links. Cengage Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations.ta@cengage.com or you may call us at +1 (617) 289-7917. **About Cengage Group** Cengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education. **Compensation** At Cengage Group, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees. Click here (https://www.cengagegroup.com/news/perspectives/2024/cengage-group-total-rewards-philosophy/) to learn more about our _Total Rewards Philosophy_ . The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range. $67,000.00 - $107,200.00 USD **Cengage Group** , a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.