Sr Staff Talent Management Specialist

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Position Summary: Illumina is in search of a strategic and results-driven Sr Staff Talent Management Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving and optimizing the performance management and talent review processes across the enterprise, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring that our talent is empowered to reach their full potential. You will collaborate with senior leaders and HR business partners to design and implement performance enablement strategies that align with business objectives and drive high-performance outcomes. * Must be located within a commutable distance to our San Diego HQ. Presence onsite on an as-needed basis is required. * Responsibilities

• Performance Management: Lead the transformation of our performance management system, which includes goal setting, performance assessment framework, feedback, coaching and developing across all levels of performance and career growth, as well as differentiated ratings and rewards
• Talent Review and Succession Planning: Re-design, oversee and execute on annual talent assessment programs, talent reviews, and succession planning to enable strong pipelines of high-potential and critical talent
• Data-Driven Insights: Leverage data and analytics to track performance trends, identify skill gaps, and make data-backed recommendations for talent interventions and development.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with HR partners, Centers of Excellence, Business leaders, and other key departments to integrate performance enablement strategies into broader talent management initiatives.
• Continuous Improvement: Continuously assess and refine performance management processes to ensure they are effective, inclusive, and aligned with the evolving needs of the organization.

Requirements

• Typically requires 12 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree, with a focus on performance enablement, employee development and organizational effectiveness
• Proven ability to design and implement performance enablement initiatives that drive measurable business results.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Intellectual curiosity and the ability to learn the business and understand what drives business results and outcomes.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and insights to drive decisions and improvements.
• Proficiency in HR technology and tools related to talent management and learning management systems. Experience with Workday is strongly preferred.
• Ability to address issues proactively without significant direction, work independently and have a good sense of when to escalate issues and gain other perspectives and alignment.
• Collaborative and inclusive leadership style
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement
• Strong business acumen and alignment with organizational goals

#LI-HYBRID The estimated base salary range for the Sr Staff Talent Management Specialist (Hybrid) role based in the United States of America is: $138,800 - $208,200. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off. At Illumina, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by cultivating an environment in which everyone contributes to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always been rooted in openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative views and perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and demonstrate our collective commitment to diversity and inclusion in the communities we live and work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.