Senior Manager, Talent Management

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Senior talent manager shaping global talent, performance, succession, and career strategies at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Using HR analytics and organizational development to drive employee growth and engagement.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeWaltham • Massachusetts, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $194,950 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in talent management strategies, organizational development, and performance management, leveraging data analytics to drive decision-making and enhance employee engagement. Proven ability to influence change and build strategic partnerships across global business environments.

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Talent ManagementOrganizational DevelopmentPerformance ManagementData AnalyticsProject Management

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Hard Skills

Human Capital PracticesPerformance Review ProcessesSuccession ManagementRecruitingOnboardingChange ManagementData Metrics AnalysisStrategic PlanningConsultation SkillsCritical Thinking

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInfluencing SkillsRelationship BuildingConfidentialityTact and Composure

Certifications & Qualifications

PHRSPHR

Industry Keywords

Global HR ExperienceBusiness PartneringEmployee EngagementTalent DevelopmentMatrix Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a trusted strategic partner, coach, and change agent to global business and functional leaders
Collaborate with the Talent Platform, HR Business Partners, and business leaders
Develop and support forward-thinking strategies for talent management, organizational development, performance management, succession management, and career development
Use data and people metrics dashboards to identify gaps in talent attraction and management
Support continuous improvement of talent and business capabilities and influence change in talent strategies
Lead core Talent Management processes and process improvement projects supporting annual HR processes
Drive consistent talent management mechanisms to identify and develop top talent, manage succession pipelines for critical roles, and track measures of success
Translate strategic priorities into innovative talent actions and solutions that advance attraction, motivation, development, and retention
Listen and communicate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and buy-in
Advise business leaders on talent management strategies in the context of business objectives
Advise on solutions that enhance leadership skills and accountability and drive talent development
Use data to evaluate development solutions and make necessary adjustments
Build partnerships with site, HR, and business leaders to guide talent activities, shape culture, and drive employee engagement
Establish an organizational network promoting core, common, and consistent activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or related field required
Advanced degree preferred
PHR/SPHR and other professional certification desirable
5 years of comprehensive HR experience in a global environment
Prior experience as a business partner preferred
Expertise in implementing business and change programs and processes that yield positive results
Proven results partnering within a matrix and with HR COE partners to reach consensus and achieve favorable outcomes
Broad knowledge of human capital practices and HR domain expertise, including performance review processes, performance management, succession management, recruiting, and onboarding
Proficient critical thinking and analytical skills, regularly turning data into insights and action
Outstanding project management, communication, and presentation skills
Effective consultation skills with the ability to influence leaders
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and act with a high level of tact and composure
Skilled in cultivating and developing professional relationships with leadership, subordinates, and peers
No relocation assistance provided at this time

Benefits

Comp & perks

A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO)
10 paid holidays annually
Paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave)
Accident and life insurance
Short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as the competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Hybrid work arrangement