Manager - Talent Development

At UDR, we believe that developing our people is one of the most powerful investments we can make. As the Manager of Talent Development, you'll play a central role in shaping how we grow, engage, and retain top talent. This hands-on, high-impact role will lead our annual performance management process, deliver engaging learning experiences, and design development programs that equip our people to lead, adapt, and thrive.

We're looking for a strategic, collaborative, and facilitative leader who is passionate about building capability, driving organizational effectiveness, and ensuring our learning and performance practices are both impactful and future-ready. You are someone who combines strong project management skills with a coach's mindset, balancing attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger picture.

This position sits within our Talent Strategy team and reports to the Director of Talent Strategy. You will work on-site at UDR headquarters in Highlands Ranch, CO, with flexibility for a hybrid schedule.

The Responsibilities

Talent Development

• Facilitate engaging in-person and virtual training sessions for leaders and employees.
• Contribute to instructional design and create UDR-built training courses and materials.
• Oversee the management and ongoing evolution of our DiSC leadership development program and interactive platform.
• Execute talent development strategies and standards to ensure quality, consistency, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Stay current on best practices, trends, and innovations in adult learning, leadership development, and employee engagement.
• Collaborate with the Talent Strategy team to support prioritized projects and development initiatives across all focus areas.

Talent Management

• Own the annual performance management process, including process flow, communications, job aids/guides, presentations, training, and reporting.
• Collaborate with the HRIS team to support Cornerstone LMS and Performance modules; serve as the system SME for the Talent Strategy team.
• Manage talent data, dashboards, and reporting to inform decisions and track progress.

Who You Are

• A facilitator at heart who can engage diverse audiences and inspire action through learning.
• A strong project manager who thrives on structure, process improvement, and seeing initiatives through from concept to completion.
• A systems thinker who can leverage data, technology, and best practices to improve processes and outcomes.
• A collaborative partner who builds trust, seeks input, and aligns stakeholders to shared goals.
• Curious and forward-thinking, always looking for opportunities to improve how we develop talent and drive performance.

The Other Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in talent management, learning and development, or organizational development.
• 2+ years serving in a team leader role
• Strong facilitation skills with experience leading both in-person and virtual learning experiences.
• Proficiency with learning management systems (Cornerstone experience preferred) and performance management platforms.
• Knowledge of instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles.
• Experience managing and analyzing talent data and creating actionable insights.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or equivalent work experience.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Medical Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Supplemental Term Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Plan
• Supplemental Short-Term Disability Insurance / AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with company match

Salary Range:
* $130,000.00/yr. - $145,000.00/yr., depends on experience

Bonus Potential:
* Eligible for 15% annual bonus potential, based on personal and company performance

Anticipated Close Date: December 31, 2025

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UDR is committed to providing and maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment with equitable access and opportunity for associates to participate, grow, and reach their full potential.