At AT&T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast-evolving, connected world. Your strategic vision will help serve customers and transform lives through innovative solutions and impactful connections. This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.
We’re looking for a detail-oriented, execution-driven Talent Planning & Succession Consultant to support AT&T’s enterprise talent planning process. In this role, you’ll partner closely with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to deliver consistent, high-quality talent planning cycles, including calibration sessions, talent assessments, and data readiness.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-touch environment and enjoys turning complex processes into scalable, repeatable solutions.
What You’ll Do
Execute Talent Planning Processes
Support end-to-end delivery of talent planning cycles, including the 4-box framework and key talent indicators (e.g., retention risk, impact of loss, talent agility)
Ensure consistent application across business units and maintain process documentation, timelines, and standards.
Act as the expert to HRBPs for guidance and troubleshooting
Lead Calibration Support
Coordinate and support calibration sessions by managing materials, tracking pre-work, and ensuring alignment to enterprise standards
Drive Data Quality & Insights
Monitor and validate Workday data, resolve discrepancies, and maintain trackers and dashboards to ensure readiness for leadership reviews
Develop Tools & Resources
Create and maintain HRBP toolkits, templates, and job aids to enable consistent execution at scale
Support People Day Execution
Manage logistics, scheduling, and materials for talent review sessions, ensuring teams meet deadlines and preparation standards
Partner with HRBPs & Leaders
Act as a trusted partner by providing guidance, resolving issues, and ensuring smooth execution across business units
Ensure Confidentiality & Integrity
Handle sensitive talent data with professionalism and uphold the integrity of the talent planning process
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus
5–8 years of experience in Talent Management, HR Operations, or HRBP support
Experience with talent planning, succession planning, or calibration preferred
Strong process management and attention to detail
Experience with Workday or similar HR systems
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
High level of discretion when handling sensitive information
Why Join Us
You’ll play a critical role in helping shape talent decisions across the organization by ensuring our talent planning process is consistent, data-driven, and scalable.
Our Principal Talent & Succession Planning earns between $130,700 -$196,100 USD. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
- Adoption Reimbursement
- Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Extensive employee wellness programs
- Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
Weekly Hours:
40Time Type:
RegularLocation:
Dallas, TexasSalary Range:
$130,700.00 - $196,100.00It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Advanced degree
- 5-8 years of experience in Talent Management, HR Operations, or HRBP support
- Experience with talent planning, succession planning, or calibration
- Experience with Workday or similar HR systems
- Strong process management and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- High level of discretion when handling sensitive information
- Office presence minimum 5 days per week in the posted location (Dallas, Texas); no relocation offered
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Employees receive sizable service discounts like 50% off most wireless plans and broadband, along with savings on travel, event tickets, and insurance. Additional workplace perks such as hybrid work models and relocation assistance contribute to overall value.
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