Sr. Manager - Early Career Strategy - GE Vernova Development Programs Leader

Job Description Summary

Strategie, Konzeption und Umsetzung umfassender Organisations- und Talententwicklungsprogramme, -initiativen und -aktivitäten, die das Erreichen von Geschäftszielen ermöglichen. Hat großen Einfluss auf die kleine Geschäftseinheit, ein Segment in einer größeren Geschäftseinheit, eine Familie in einer Funktion oder ein GuV-Geschäftssegment und hat Verantwortung für/Einfluss auf Budgets.Die Rolle richtet sich nach der Funktionsrichtlinie.Die Rolle beeinflusst Richtlinien/operative Leitfäden zu wichtigen Themen.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy and Program Leadership

Shape and drive the enterprise strategy, mission, and standards for GE Vernova's Next Generation development programs in partnership with business and HR leaders, aligned to workforce planning priorities and future capability needs.

• Translate business priorities into clear development program strategy and required talent outcomes
• Lead cross-business program managers to align on enterprise priorities and initiatives
• Identify and drive opportunities to simplify, standardize, and improve fragmented program structures
• Benchmark externally and challenge existing approaches to elevate program quality and impact

Program Standards and Experience Design

Establish and govern enterprise-wide standards to ensure consistent, high-impact development experiences across businesses.

• Define and uphold global standards across rotations, learning experiences, assignment leader expectations, and participant evaluation
• Partner with program managers and L&D teams to design experiences that build critical skills and accelerate readiness
• Own alignment across program design, delivery, and intended talent outcomes
• Continuously improve program effectiveness based on performance data and stakeholder input

Talent Pipeline and Recruiting Partnership

Ensure development programs serve as a strong pipeline for GE Vernova's current and future talent needs.

• Partner with University Recruiting to align hiring strategy with program design and workforce planning priorities
• Drive improvements in candidate quality, assessment, and selection
• Ensure alignment between development programs and broader early career and enterprise talent strategy

Measurement, Governance, and Continuous Improvement

Drive accountability for program performance and impact through clear metrics, governance, and consistent evaluation.

• Define and implement standardized KPIs tied to talent outcomes (e.g., quality, retention, mobility, business impact)
• Establish an operating rhythm for program review, evaluation, and improvement
• Use data and insights to inform decisions on program quality, investment, and areas for change
• Ensure programs deliver measurable value to the business and evolve with organizational needs

Communication, Influence, and Advocacy

Lead through influence to align stakeholders and drive enterprise outcomes across a complex, matrixed environment.

• Build relationships across businesses, HR, and functional leaders to advance program goals
• Influence stakeholders to adopt enterprise standards and improve program quality
• Navigate competing priorities to drive alignment and consistency across independent business units
• Champion development programs as a critical driver of GE Vernova's talent pipeline

Budget, Resources, and Tools

Ensure effective allocation of resources to support high-quality, scalable programs.

• Own cross-enterprise program experience budget and resource allocation
• Evaluate and optimize tools and technologies supporting development programs
• Align investments to program performance, scale, and strategic priorities

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources, or related discipline, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of experience in talent management, leadership development, early career programs, or enterprise program leadership, with demonstrated impact on talent outcomes

Desired Characteristics / Competencies

• Proven experience operating in a global, matrixed organization, driving alignment across businesses or functions without direct authority
• Demonstrated ability to translate business and workforce priorities into talent strategies and scalable solutions
• Track record of improving talent pipeline outcomes (e.g., hiring quality, retention, readiness, or mobility), not just managing programs
• Strong analytical capability with experience using data to drive decisions and influence stakeholders
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and driving change at scale, including challenging legacy approaches
• Strong communication skills and executive presence, with the ability to engage and align stakeholders at multiple levels
• Experience managing enterprise-level programs, budgets, and resource trade-offs
• Willingness and ability to travel 3-4 times per year, including international travel
• Enterprise mindset: Builds integrated, scalable talent solutions that serve business needs beyond individual programs
• Influence without authority: Drives consistency and raises standards across stakeholders with competing priorities
• Outcome orientation: Focused on measurable impact-quality of talent, readiness, and business value
• Change leadership: Challenges the status quo, simplifies complexity, and drives adoption of new approaches
• Talent system thinking: Understands how recruiting, development, and deployment connect to create strong pipelines
• Strong judgment and prioritization: Makes clear trade-offs across competing demands and resources
• Credibility with senior leaders: Engages as a thought partner, not just a program owner
• Balance of strategy and execution: Sets direction while ensuring high-quality delivery
• Resilience and adaptability: Navigates ambiguity and maintains momentum across shifting priorities

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Application Deadline: June 09, 2026

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $141,900.00 and $236,600.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on June 01, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote, Cambridge, MA

Job ID: GE_power-66188327

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-06-02T18:31:43