HR Program Manager

Cadent ignites seamless connections between brands, publishers & consumers. Our predictive AI orchestrates outcomes on any platform customers are on, across any media they consume & at any stage of the journey. To learn more, please visit cadent.com. We’re looking for a driven and highly organized HR Program Manager to join our People Team. In this role, you’ll serve as a key execution partner to the Chief People Officer (CPO) and SVP of HR, helping to operationalize company-wide people initiatives across the organization. This is a highly cross-functional role, working closely with People Operations, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to ensure strategic HR priorities are delivered effectively and consistently. You’ll bring structure, timelines, and communication rigor to high-impact projects — helping to turn strategy into action at scale. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience managing HR programs who thrives in fast-paced environments and is energized by building processes that drive clarity and impact.Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Execution & Project ManagementDrive execution and program design for company-wide HR initiatives in close partnership with HR leadershipDevelop project plans, stakeholder maps, communications, and supporting toolkits to enable successful rollout and adoptionEnsure HRBPs and business partners are equipped with consistent frameworks and resourcesMonitor timelines, track deliverables, and support coordination across the people functionCross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with People Ops, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and HRBPs to ensure alignment and readinessPartner with Total Rewards on annual cycles such as performance calibration and compensation planningCoordinate across functions to manage handoffs, dependencies, and messagingInitiative Focus AreasPerformance Management: Support cycle planning, communications, and enablement toolsTalent Management: Assist in delivering tools for talent reviews, succession planning, and development mappingYear-End Planning: Partner with Total Rewards on compensation and performance-related processesValues Rollout: Coordinate engagement efforts, talk tracks, and enablement resourcesVoice of Employee (VoE): Lead project management for survey administration, action planning, and follow-up trackingOnboarding: Support process improvements and collaboration across HR Ops and business unitsCommunication & Executive SupportCreate clear, compelling presentation decks, timelines, and documentation to support initiativesDraft communications, talking points, and briefing documents for executive audiencesProvide ad hoc support to the CPO and SVP HR on evolving priorities and special projectsQualifications5–8 years of experience in HR, People Operations, or program/project management within an HR functionProven experience owning or managing HR programs from design through rolloutStrong ability to build project timelines, communication plans, enablement resources, and stakeholder mapsExcellent written and visual communication skills — able to build decks, write talking points, and synthesize updatesProficient in PowerPoint/Google Slides, Excel/Google Sheets, and basic HR platformsExperience working cross-functionally, particularly with HRBPs, Talent, and Total RewardsComfortable with ambiguity, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple concurrent initiativesPreferredExperience supporting year-end HR processes (e.g., performance reviews, compensation planning)Familiarity with tools such as Culture Amp, performance management platforms (e.g., Lattice, Workday, Betterworks), and onboarding systemsExposure to projects related to talent development, values activation, onboarding, or engagementWhat Success Looks LikePrograms launch on time, with clarity and cross-functional alignmentHRBPs and people teams are supported with tools that enable consistent deliveryExecutive leadership has a reliable partner who brings structure, foresight, and follow-through to HR prioritiesNote: This role is focused on execution and enablement — strategic direction will be defined by senior HR leaders. This role plays a critical part in operationalizing that strategy across the business. So, if the leading edge of media technology is the place you want to be, please contact us today and let’s start the conversation!Pay RangeUSD $120,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr