Manager, Talent & People & Culture Business Partner (Corporate)

Your Purpose

As the Manager, Talent & People & Culture Business Partner (Corporate), you play a critical dual role on the People & Culture team-leading enterprise talent programs while serving as the primary P&C Business Partner for our Corporate functions (approximately 90-100 Teammates)

In this role, you will own the design, execution, and continuous improvement of key talent processes, such as the annual and mid-year performance review process, semi-annual engagement surveys, succession planning, career pathing, and development, while also acting as a trusted advisor to Corporate leaders-aligning people strategies with business objectives, strengthening leadership effectiveness, and enhancing the overall Teammate experience.

If you're a people-person looking for a role where you'll be empowered to own your zone, inspired to learn, and have the confidence to bounce back, this is the perfect team for you.

Your Role

Talent Management & Strategy

• Lead the implementation and evolution of enterprise talent programs, including performance management, succession planning, engagement surveys, career pathing, and leadership development

• Own the annual and mid-year talent review processes and semi-annual engagement survey analysis, driving actionable insights and follow-through

• Assess and enhance onboarding and candidate experience in partnership with Talent Acquisition

• Support change management initiatives tied to talent programs and organizational priorities

People & Culture Business Partner (Corporate)

• Serve as the primary P&C Business Partner for Corporate functions, aligning business objectives with people strategies and priorities

• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders, providing guidance on workforce planning, team effectiveness, organizational design, and change initiatives

• Partner with leaders to identify talent needs, close capability gaps, and strengthen bench strength

• Coach managers to improve leadership effectiveness, drive accountability, and support high-performing teams

• Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and best practices

Teammate Relations & Culture

• Provide guidance and support on Teammate relations, including coaching leaders through complex situations and conducting investigations when needed

• Partner with leaders to resolve Teammate concerns and foster a positive, inclusive work environment

• Promote a culture of engagement through communication, recognition, and leadership alignment

• Support the development and implementation of P&C policies, programs, and procedures

Data Reporting & Insights

• Compile and analyze people data to identify trends, assess program effectiveness, and inform decision-making

• Develop reporting and dashboards to support leadership insights and talent strategies

• Provide recommendations to leadership based on data-driven insights

Project Management & Execution

• Lead and manage multiple concurrent talent and P&C initiatives, ensuring timely and high-quality execution

• Serve as a key liaison between Talent COE work and business-facing needs

• Track progress, manage priorities, and communicate updates across stakeholders

Team Collaboration & Influence

• Partner closely with the broader P&C team to align initiatives and deliver a consistent Teammate experience

• Influence stakeholders through strong communication, listening, and advisory skills

• Support and occasionally step in to represent broader P&C priorities as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 6-10 years of experience across talent management and/or HR Business Partner roles, with exposure to the full employee lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, compliance requirements, and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to influence, coach leaders, and drive change in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in an agile, evolving environment.
• Resourceful, detail-oriented mindset with strong judgment and a high sense of urgency.
• Ability to independently navigate and apply HR policies, practices, and the Business Code of Conduct.
• Experience supporting or leading talent processes such as performance management, engagement, succession, and development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with tools such as Forms or Canva is a plus.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

Combine your experience, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit by joining our growing team in Florida. Brightline is pleased to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and the opportunity to make a difference while making history as the only privately funded rapid rail service in the country.