Director – Finance and Human Resources Leadership Development Programs

Travelers

. Provide strategic leadership direction, broad oversight, and implementation of Finance & Accounting and Human Resources Leadership Development Programs .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut • United StatesSenior💰 $126,500 - $208,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing Leadership Development Programs, with a focus on recruitment strategies, performance management, and coaching. Proven ability to lead teams and implement process improvements while fostering a diverse talent pool.

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Leadership DevelopmentProgram ManagementTalent DevelopmentPerformance ManagementProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

Program DevelopmentRecruitment StrategyCompensation PlanningRotational AssignmentsPolicy Development

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationDetail OrientedWell Organized

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

FinanceAccountingHuman ResourcesLeadership TalentPerformance Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership direction, broad oversight, and implementation of Finance & Accounting and Human Resources Leadership Development Programs
Work with the Program Operating Committee and potentially Senior Leadership Sponsor Boards to set program direction and execute strategy
Lead a team of Program Participants and one Program Manager
Develop recruitment and intern program strategies, including selection, placement, performance management, compensation planning, and participant and intern development
Develop rotational assignments and placements with business leadership to provide cross-business exposure and development opportunities
Identify and implement process improvement initiatives
Develop and execute planning to build a diverse pool of leadership talent
Counsel management on development processes and development plans
Coach and develop program participants, including talent calibration, performance management, and compensation
Create, define, review, and revise best-practice policies
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
6 years of experience with developmental programs
6 years of professional experience working in Leadership Development or related business experience
People leadership experience
Strong written and verbal communications
Detail oriented
Proven high degree of accuracy
Well organized

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based cash incentive awards
Health insurance for employees and eligible family members from the first day of employment
401(k) dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum
Paying it Forward Savings Program contributions to 401(k) for employees making student loan payments
Pension Plan 100% funded by Travelers
Minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually
Nine paid company Holidays
Wellness program with tools, discounts, resources, and caregiving support
Free professional counseling services, health coaching, and mental health resources
Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program