AVP, Talent Enablement

Job Description:

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

We’re actively seeking a talented Associate Vice President (AVP) of Talent Enablement to join our Talent Management team in Newport Beach, CA.

As the AVP of Talent Enablement, you’ll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by overseeing the strategies, insights, and processes for talent programs such as performance management and succession planning, as well as the Employee Experience & Belonging function.  You will fill a new role that sits on the People Experience (PX) team within Talent Management, reporting directly to the Global Head of Talent Management.  You will oversee a team of Talent Program and Employee Experience & Belonging Specialists.  Your colleagues will include other talent management leaders across Organizational Development & Change Management and Talent Development.

How you’ll help us move forward:

• Lead the design, delivery and governance of enterprise talent programs including performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, career pathing, assessments, employee surveys, executive coaching, and high potential programs
• Advance the employee experience, culture, and belonging strategy by providing leadership, direction, and oversight for Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, ensuring programs meet employee needs and offering strategic advisory support to executives and senior leaders.
• Ensure programs and initiatives are tied to and embed Pacific Life’s Values, Behaviors, and Strategies within our culture
• Partner with People Experience Analytics to design and manage the enterprise listening strategy;  leverage employee survey and talent data (engagement, pulse, onboarding satisfaction, 30‑day check-ins, etc.) to translate insights into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Establish and monitor outcome‑based metrics and scorecards to measure the effectiveness and impact of talent enablement initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with HR Business Partners, Centers of Excellence, and business leaders to ensure Talent Enablement programs and initiatives are aligned to enterprise workforce goals, future capabilities, and divisional and functional needs.
• Create and maintain Pacific Life’s Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
• Lead, develop, and coach a team of talent professionals, ensuring high‑quality program execution and continuous improvement.

The experience you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial‑Organizational Psychology, Business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in talent management, organizational development, or enterprise HR, with experience operating at scale.
• Demonstrated experience leading or overseeing enterprise talent programs such as performance management, succession planning, career development, onboarding, leadership, and high‑potential programs.
• Experience supporting or enabling diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives, including partnering with leaders to advance inclusive practices.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, delivering results through others in a collaborative, matrixed environment.
• Certification in coaching and talent assessments
• Strong familiarity with HR technologies and systems (e.g., Workday or similar platforms).
• Extensive experience using data and insights to inform decisions, measure impact, and drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to translate workforce and employee data into clear, actionable insights for HR and business leaders.
• Strong communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience operating in a global, highly matrixed organization.

What makes you stand out

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial‑Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in a global environment, preferably within insurance, financial services, or another highly regulated industry.
• Passion for employee development, experience, and culture, with a track record of improving how employees grow and engage at work.

Working Conditions

• Occasional travel may be required.
• Flexible hours to support collaboration with a global employee base.

Base Salary Range:

$204,000 - $260,000

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Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

Your Benefits Start Day 1  
 

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

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EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.