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Talent Consultant II | 3 Years of Experience | Remote | Chicagoland Area | Contract
Walker Healthforce is seeking a Talent Consultant II with 3 years of experience to support a healthcare client based out of the Chicagoland area. This is a 6-month contract opportunity.
RATE RANGE: $37 - $39
START DATE: June 30, 2025
HOURS/SCHEDULE: M-F; 8AM to 5PM CST
WORKER TYPE: Full-Time W2
CORE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Development, Organizational Development or Instructional Design and 3 years’ experience in instructional design, performance consulting, and/or development
- OR 7 years’ experience in instructional design, performance consulting, and/or development
- Advanced PowerPoint and presentation design skills, including data visualization and executive storytelling
- Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Pays close attention to timebound projects and meets those hard deadlines
- Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the ability to interpret and produce data-driven insights
- Sound inductive and deductive reasoning skills
- Knowledge of talent management and/or performance management trends in the industry
- Strong project management skills, with ability to prioritize, plan and drive execution across multiple projects
- Curious, agile and solution-oriented mindset with attention to detail
WE CONSIDER IT A BONUS IF YOU ALSO HAVE:
- Master’s degree in Human Resource Development, Organizational Development, or Instructional Design
- Knowledge of Workday or other Performance Management systems
- 3 years Talent Management experience in a corporate or business setting
- Familiarity with modern performance management trends
- Experience working with multiple internal and external customers, senior management, subject matter experts
- Advanced experience with Microsoft Office tools like Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with creating and using business intelligence platforms to connect data from multiple sources
- Demonstrated experience using Microsoft platforms such as Power Automate and Power Apps to create automated workflows
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Research and prepare proposals for performance and learning initiatives to support Talent Management strategy.
- Implement and enhance performance management tools and processes aligned with talent management strategy.
- Analyze performance data and prepare reports with insights and recommendations.
- Partner with HRBPs and other departments as applicable to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
- Assist in the development and roll-out of performance management initiatives.
- Support the design, coordination and execution of talent review process for multiple levels of the organization.
- Analyze talent data and trends to identify capabilities, gaps and development leads of a variety of leadership groups.
- Support the development and creation of tools and frameworks to support succession planning and talent reviews along with other performance management initiatives.
- Support the creation of targeted development plans for high-potential talent and successors.
- Support change management and communications related to talent initiatives.
- Create compelling, executive-ready PowerPoint presentations that communicate insights, trends, and strategic recommendations to various stakeholders.
- Develop and execute the planning of complex talent management deliverables working with internal teams and external vendors through the development of project plans and multi-faceted timelines.
- Identify and recommend solutions for project risks as appropriate.
- Create an open and supportive climate for collaboration by demonstrating good listening/follow-up skills and providing constructive feedback/advice.
- Create solid rapport and maintain trust with stakeholders by ensuring positive and effective impacts on stakeholders' business results with an end goal of compromise.
- Lead individual and group efforts in multiple project work streams to execute plan and strategy, track progress, maintain regular communication with goal sponsors, managers, leads and team members; coach and mentor members of a multi-disciplinary team, business partners, internal team and leadership.
- Work with others to analyze information and evaluate results to identify appropriate solutions.
- Respond to requests by being proactive and setting expectations with customers and Subject Matter Expert (SMEs).
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive compensation package
- Weekly pay via Direct Deposit
- Medical, Dental & Vision available
- 401k options
WHY WORK WITH WALKER?
- Access to our top ranked team of recruiting and placement specialists
- Continuous, one-on-one support from a dedicated engagement manager
- Professional resume development and interview preparation
Contact our Recruiting Team today to experience the Walker Healthforce difference!
ABOUT US:
Walker Healthforce is known as the dominant force of performance, precision, expertise, and integrity in the healthcare consulting community! As a certified WMBE, we provide end-to-end healthcare IT and clinical solutions to hospitals, health systems, and payer organizations, including Fortune 100 firms nationwide. We are healthcare experts, we’re custom not commodity and we’ve been exceeding expectations for nearly 20 years. Join forces with us to experience unparalleled results today!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.
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