Talent Acquisition Operations Excellence Leader

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October 8, 2026
Remote, US
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Job Summary

We are looking for a talented Talent Acquisition Operations Excellence Leader to join our team . The position will have the ability to work remotely in the United States, traveling approximately 10-15% of the time.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways

  • Drive operational excellence across Talent Acquisition by optimizing processes, governance, and service delivery outcomes.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, compliance, and scalability across recruiting operations.
  • Partner with HR leaders, business stakeholders, and external providers to strengthen Talent Acquisition capabilities and support strategic priorities.
  • Develop and monitor performance metrics that enable data-driven decisions and measurable business impact.
  • Champion innovative solutions and emerging technologies to improve recruiting effectiveness and operational performance.
  • Guide cross-functional projects from planning through execution, ensuring successful delivery of key initiatives on time and within scope.
  • Foster a culture of knowledge sharing, best practice adoption, and continuous learning across Talent Acquisition teams.
  • Enhance hiring manager, candidate, and Talent Acquisition team experiences through process improvements that increase effectiveness and satisfaction.

To be successful in this role, you will need the following

  • Demonstrated ability to lead Talent Acquisition operations, HR process improvement, or related functions while driving measurable business results.
  • Strong expertise in change management, data analytics, and process optimization, with the ability to translate insights into scalable solutions.
  • Proven capability to influence stakeholders, build collaborative partnerships, and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
  • A strategic and innovative mindset with the ability to identify opportunities, solve complex challenges, and adapt to evolving business needs.
  • Strong business acumen combined with a global perspective, commitment to inclusion, and a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Education, Licenses, Certifications

  • A college or university degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent experience, is required.
  • Certifications in process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma are highly desirable.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in Talent Acquisition operations, leveraging industry trends, technology advancements, and best practices to improve organizational effectiveness.
  • Champion the responsible use of AI within Talent Acquisition Operations to support innovation, efficiency, and informed decision-making.
  • Utilize data analytics, visualization, and business insights to evaluate performance, identify improvement opportunities, and measure organizational impact.
  • Preferred experience applying process excellence methodologies, including Six Sigma, Lean, or similar frameworks, to drive sustainable improvements.
  • Strengthen operational standards through effective management of policies, processes, systems, tools, supplier partnerships, and service level expectations.
  • Lead the design and delivery of training, capability-building, and change management initiatives that support adoption and long-term success.
  • Demonstrate strong collaboration, adaptability, communication, and stakeholder management skills while working across diverse teams and global environments.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and operational discipline that enhances experiences for hiring managers, candidates, and Talent Acquisition team members.
  • Preferred proficiency in leveraging digital technologies and business applications to optimize work processes and support strategic Talent Acquisition objectives.

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.