Manager, Talent Acquisition Operations

Job Summary

The Talent Acquisition Operations Leader leads the operational strategy and infrastructure supporting global recruitment across a high-volume industrial manufacturing technology organization. Reporting to the Director of Talent Acquisition, this role serves as a strategic partner and operational leader responsible for enabling the successful execution of the global talent acquisition strategy.

As a peer to TA Managers that are aligned to the business, this role ensures scalable, compliant, and efficient recruiting operations across all regions. The TA Operations Leader oversees global pre-boarding processes, vendor governance, recruitment programs, compliance and audit readiness, reporting and analytics, and the development of standardized policies and procedures. This leader manages a team of professionals and drives continuous improvement to enhance candidate experience, mitigate risk, support workforce growth objectives, and ultimately deliver top talent to the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize global pre-boarding and compliance operations (background checks, drug screening, adjudication, documentation).
• Oversee TA vendors and tools, including ATS, job boards, assessment partners, and screening providers.
• Manage key recruitment programs — new hire kits, referral administration, engagement surveys, mobility/relocation support, and college recruiting operations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain recruitment SOPs, policies, and governance frameworks.
• Ensure audit readiness and compliance (e.g., SOX, SOC-2) across TA operations.
• Drive reporting and analytics on hiring metrics, open roles, vendor performance, and operational KPIs.
• Lead and develop a global TA operations team (4–6 direct reports).
• Partner with TA leadership to support and operationalize the global talent acquisition strategy.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition Operations, HR Operations, or Recruiting Governance within a complex, multi-site or global organization.
• Experience supporting high-volume hiring environments (3,000+ hires annually preferred).
• Demonstrated experience managing global pre-employment compliance processes.
• Experience overseeing vendor management, contract negotiations, and SLA performance.
• Strong knowledge of audit frameworks (SOX, SOC-2, OFCCP) and process documentation standards.
• Experience developing and maintaining SOPs and operational policies.
• Advanced analytical skills with experience generating and interpreting recruiting metrics and dashboards.
• Proven people leadership experience managing direct reports.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across global teams.