What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President, Talent and Culture position at American Board of Internal Medicine?
The American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) is seeking a strategic and people-centered executive to serve as our Vice President of Talent and Culture. This leader will play a critical role in shaping a thriving workplace culture, aligning people operations with our mission, and fostering innovation in how we recruit, retain and support our staff. This role reports to the SVP, Chief Operating Officer & Chief of Staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic leadership and direction for all aspects of human resources, workplace operations and internal communications. Develop and implement HR strategies that support the overall business objectives, emphasizing workforce planning, talent management and organizational development.
- HR Operations: Oversee the HR Operations team to ensure effective delivery of HR services including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compensation, payroll, benefits administration and compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations. In addition, manage key vendor relationships.
- Workplace Operations: Lead the Workplace Operations team, responsible for facility management, production and distribution of certificates, and planning and support of organizational meetings and events.
- Cultural Development: Champion a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture that reflects our values. Lead efforts to engage employees through intentional communication, recognition and connection. Foster a sense of belonging and shared purpose across teams.
- Leadership and Development: Mentor and develop the HR and Workplace Operations leadership, fostering a collaborative team environment that encourages growth and development to meet changing organizational needs.
- Executive Collaboration: Serve as a key member of the leadership team, reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer. Collaborate closely with leadership peers to align HR and workplace operations with the strategic goals of the organization.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., SHRM, HRCI) preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of HR leadership experience, with significant exposure to non-profit or similarly structured environments.
- Proven ability to lead with empathy, build trust, and model values-based leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to foresee and adapt to environmental changes, including technological advancements and generational trends, ensuring the organization is well-prepared for evolving workforce dynamics and job roles.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, capable of developing HR initiatives that align with broader organizational objectives.
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication and listening skills, with a demonstrated capability to effectively convey and receive information at all organizational levels.
- Demonstrated experience in promoting and leading a diverse and inclusive workplace, with a focus on maintaining high employee engagement and well-being.
- Ability to mentor and develop team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.
- Excellent judgment and discretion in handling sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and integrity in all HR operations.
- Track record of using data to drive decision-making and measure impact of HR initiatives.
This role requires an on-site office presence at least two days per week. ABIM offices are located in the historic section of Philadelphia, 510 Walnut Street, Suite 1700. Our technology and workplace operations teams provide for and support a seamless hybrid work environment for all ABIM employees.
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At the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), our team of unique and talented professionals, and the inspiring work they do, are essential to meeting the needs and expectations of ABIM's diverse community of customers – our Diplomates.
ABIM is like no other workplace, and we are proud of it. We are committed to recognizing the importance of our people by investing in their lives through ongoing learning opportunities and exceptional total compensation and benefit offerings.
We look forward to learning more about your interest in joining our team. EOE