.Overview:Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education? IE University's Talent Management is looking for an Associate Director & Talent Partner to join its team!The Associate Director of Talent Management will contribute to the design and implementation of the talent management programs aimed at developing and engaging high performing staff according to IE ´s mission and values. They will also carry out a function as Talent Partner, being the direct point of contact for the international teams and the commercial areas of the business for the recruiting, learning & development and performance management processes.Why IE University?With 50 years of experience and founded by and for entrepreneurs, IE University has turned business education on its head through disruptive teaching. We count on high-level faculty who bring real-world experience into the classroom and foster a hands-on approach to learning.Our PurposeAt IE University, we foster positive change through education, research, and innovation.As a transformative educational institution, we empower students to make their mark on the world. We provide them with the skills, knowledge and environment needed to make a difference, and they join a supportive and international community that lasts a lifetime.Our spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship has allowed us to drive change and constantly stay at the cutting edge of higher education. And through diversity, we have harnessed the power of people while also understanding and embracing the importance of humanities.Our PeopleAt IE we are:People-drivenChange BuildersAutonomy EnthusiastsCommunication EnthusiastsKnowledge ChampionsWe are looking for a person to join a full-time position in Madrid.Responsibilities:Your role as Associate Director & Talent Partner will involve:- Support the annual strategic planning process for the Talent Management function.- Review and analyze business requests to identify trends and recommend solutions to improve employee development and value proposition.- Coordinate and follow-up on the training & recruitment needs of the different business areas.- Liaise with the recruitment team and business areas to ensure optimal progress of the recruitment processes according to the objectives and standards defined for the different teams.- Develop and consolidate yearly analyses of key people metrics.- Collaborate in the implementation and continuous development of all stages of the performance management cycle.- Identify and implement technological improvements for the Talent Management function.- Ensures compliance and alignment with IE ´s Talent Management policies within the different departments.Qualifications:To thrive in this role, you should have:- Master ´s degree, preferably within the field of Human Resources or similar.- Bilingual in Spanish and English.- 2+ years HR related experience ideally in the education sector