Description
The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston is one of the 12 Federal Reserve Banks that, together with the Board of Governors in Washington, D.C., make up the Federal Reserve System. We (the “Boston Fed,” the “Bank”) serve the First Federal Reserve District that includes the six New England states: Connecticut (excluding Fairfield County), Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
With the overarching vision of a vibrant economy that works for all, the Boston Fed promotes sound growth and financial stability in our region and the nation and helps to formulate and implement monetary policy. Our contributions to the First District and the nation are founded on high-quality research and bank supervisory activities, excellence in supporting financial services and financial markets stability, leadership in payments innovation, and an active commitment to supporting economic well-being in communities.
The Bank holds several key System roles, including leading the Financial Support Office, which directs financial management for the System, including managing the budget and related technology programs. The Bank develops and leads innovative payments programs. One example is the recently launched FedNowSM Service (“FedNow”), a real-time gross payments settlement system. The Bank also played a central leadership role in the Federal Reserve’s crisis responses during both the Great Financial Crisis (2008) and the global pandemic (2020). The Bank is a thought leader and innovator in numerous areas, including financial stability, monetary policy, and community development.
The Boston Fed employs approximately 1,300 people, based primarily in the First District. We are proud of our strong organizational culture, which is built on our four core values: Community, Innovation, Integrity & Trust, and Leadership & Excellence. Our inclusive work environment respects and fully values our employees’ individual strengths, including their different backgrounds, personalities, and thought processes.
We are a visible business leader in Greater Boston and throughout the First District, serving as an important business community advisor and nonpartisan convener of ideas in areas of economic and workforce development. Our President and Bank leaders are engaged with numerous organizations that support the First District community, including professional associations and nonprofit and academic boards.
Position Overview
The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston is seeking an accomplished Head of Talent and Learning to lead our talent management, talent acquisition, and learning & development functions. This strategic leadership role is a member of the HR leadership team and is instrumental in building organizational capability, strengthening talent pipelines, and advancing a high-performance culture that supports our mission-critical work.
Reporting to the VP, People & Culture, this leader will oversee a team of 10 professionals, including 3 direct reports, and will be responsible for designing and executing an integrated talent strategy aligned to the Bank's strategic priorities and in collaboration with Federal Reserve System peers.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned talent leader who combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, thrives in a collaborative culture, and is passionate about developing people and building organizational capability in service of public mission.
What You'll Do
Strategic Talent Leadership
Develop and execute a comprehensive talent strategy encompassing talent acquisition, learning & development, and talent management aligned to the Bank's strategic priorities and workforce needs
Lead enterprise-wide talent review and succession planning processes, ensuring robust pipelines for critical roles across all business areas
Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders to identify and close capability gaps in areas such as leadership, technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and specialized Federal Reserve competencies
Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on talent risks, workforce trends, and organizational capability needs
Leverage talent analytics and workforce data to inform strategy and measure program effectiveness – providing actionable insights and recommendations to HR leadership and business stakeholders
Talent Management
Establish robust succession planning frameworks for executive and critical roles across the organization
Drive internal mobility and career pathing to retain and develop key talent
Lead the design and continuous improvement of processes and tools that reinforce accountability and development
Build talent pipelines aligned with future workforce needs, aligning with the System and Bank’s strategic plans
Talent Acquisition
Oversee the talent acquisition function to attract, assess, and hire high-quality talent in a competitive market
Build strong talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles, including economists, technology professionals, and specialized banking functions
Leverage data analytics and market intelligence to inform sourcing strategies and improve hiring outcomes
Learning & Development
Design and scale a modern learning ecosystem that builds capability across technical, functional, leadership, and regulatory domains
Architect and implement leadership development programs that build capability from frontline leaders to executive leadership
Ensure learning solutions are practical, scalable, accessible, and directly tied to business outcomes and organizational effectiveness
Partner with business leaders to identify development needs and create targeted learning interventions
Integrate compliance and regulatory training requirements into cohesive learning frameworks
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Lead, develop, and inspire a team of 10 talent professionals, including 3 direct reports; fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and service excellence within the team
Manage external partners and vendors to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions
Build strong collaborative relationships across the Boston Reserve Bank and the broader Federal Reserve System, participating/leading both local and system-wide committees and initiatives
Demonstrate willingness to roll up sleeves and engage directly in execution when needed
Requirements
What You'll Bring:
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in HR, Organizational Development, Business, or related field
12+ years of progressive HR experience with deep expertise spanning talent acquisition, learning & development, and talent management
Demonstrated success building and executing integrated talent strategies in complex, matrixed organizations where strong collaboration and influence is critical
Proven experience leading teams and developing talent
Strong business acumen with ability to align talent strategies to organizational priorities
Executive presence with ability to influence and consult with senior stakeholders
Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and decision-making capabilities
Experience managing budgets, resources, and vendor partnerships
Exceptional communication, facilitation, and presentation skills (both oral and written)
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in HR, Organizational Development, Business, or related field
Experience in financial services, banking, government, or highly regulated environments
Experience with workforce planning and organizational design
Key Competencies
Strategic Mindset: Looks ahead to possibilities, anticipates trends and system impacts, and translates long-term vision into clear priorities and narratives that simplify complexity and align work.
Collaboration: Works openly across teams and the Federal Reserve System to build trust, navigate interdependencies, and create inclusive, coordinated, aligned approaches to shared goals. interdependencies.
Communication & Influence: Communicates with clarity and respect, listens deeply, tailors messages thoughtfully, and uses intentional communication to build credibility, alignment, and momentum.
Execution Excellence Delivers high quality results through disciplined planning, clear priorities, risk management, and proactive removal of operational obstacles.
Learning & Digital Agility: Demonstrates curiosity, experimentation, rapid iteration, and digitally enabled improvement to build a future ready, adaptive workforce and organization, with a focus on building AI proficiency.
Empowered Talent: Builds capability, clarity, and confidence by providing developmental support, equitable opportunities, and inclusive conditions for responsible risk taking and growth.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility to work in the United States or Eligibility for a top-secret-level security clearance which necessitates the candidate be a US Citizen.
Residency in the First District within commuting distance to the Bank to manage an on-site team.
Willingness to travel as business needs arise.
Values consistent with the Federal Reserve: thought leadership, analytical rigor, collaboration, personal integrity, and commitment to public service.
The salary range for this position is $228,2900 - $342,400. The Boston Fed believes in salary transparency. The final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, skills, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Whether you’re developing into the job or are a more seasoned candidate, we aim to pay competitively.
ETHICS CONSIDERATIONS and PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES
It is indispensable to the proper functioning of, and the maintenance of public confidence in, the Federal Reserve, for the Bank and the System to function properly and maintain high public confidence. It is essential for every employee to perform their duties with honesty, integrity, and impartiality, without improper preferential treatment of any person or organization. Bank employees are subject to federal criminal statutes that prohibit financial conflicts of interest (e.g., an employee cannot work on any matter in which they or certain employee-affiliated parties have a financial interest). In addition, the Bank’s code of conduct generally prohibits activities such as:
Outside activities that are inconsistent with the employee’s duties and responsibilities, e.g., holding a position as a director of a publicly traded company
Certain partisan political activities, such as fundraising or holding partisan elected office.
As a condition of employment, all Federal Reserve Bank of Boston employees must comply with the Bank's ethics rules, which generally prohibit employees, their spouses/domestic partners, and minor children from owning financial interests – such as stocks or bonds – from banks, savings associations, and systemically important financial institutions or their affiliates, such as bank holding companies or savings and loan holding companies. If you, your spouse or domestic partner, or your minor child own such assets and would be unwilling or unable to divest them if you were to accept a job offer, you should raise this issue with our recruitment team. Applicants should review the Bank's Employee Code of Conduct to ensure compliance with conflict of interest rules and personal investment restrictions.
All employees assigned to this position will be subject to FBI fingerprint/ criminal background and Patriot Act/ Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) watch lists at least once every five years.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. At times, officers may be required to work evenings and/or over the weekend.
The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work required of this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or skills associated with this position or the personnel so classified. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of this position, management reserves the right to revise this or any job description at its discretion at any time.
