Director, Early Talent Programs - Remote w/ Travel

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About The Position

The Director of Early Talent Programs shapes the future workforce of Acuity’s global organization by driving strategies to attract, develop, and retain early-career talent. Initial focus areas include the United States, Mexico, and Ireland, with potential expansion to additional global locations. The role oversees university partnerships, internship and co-op programs, and rotational leadership development programs, working with business leaders, HR teams, and academic partners to position the company as an employer of choice for emerging talent. The position may be based remotely anywhere in the United States, including Hawaii, except Alaska, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, and Oregon. Preference is for a candidate local to Atlanta. Travel is required for campus events and global partnerships. The salary range is $135,500 to $268,500.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Education, or a related field.
At least 8 years of progressive career experience.
Ability to design, scale, and manage early-talent and leadership development programs across multiple regions.
Experience with HR technologies, ATS platforms, and campus recruiting tools.
Ability to build strong relationships with universities and external partners.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence across cultures and time zones.
Willingness and ability to travel for campus events and global partnerships.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in HR, Organizational Development, Business, or a related field.
Experience in global talent acquisition, university relations, or early-career program leadership within a multinational organization.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a global early talent strategy aligned with long-term workforce needs, collaborating with senior business leaders and HR partners across regions.
Develop and expand early-career programs for undergraduate and advanced-degree candidates, including internships, co-ops, and leadership rotations.
Monitor and improve talent pipeline effectiveness and candidate and employee experiences from recruitment through conversion.
Establish and maintain strategic relationships with universities, colleges, professional associations, and student groups in key areas.
Represent the company at academic events, advisory boards, and recruitment summits.
Lead global campus recruiting strategies to strengthen the employer brand and increase visibility at targeted institutions.
Partner with Marketing and Communications to develop campus marketing campaigns, social media outreach, and digital content reflecting the global employer brand and associate value proposition.
Oversee the planning and execution of campus events, on-site experiences, competitions, and other engagement activities.
Enable and influence business leaders globally to engage with early talent initiatives and support program success.
Implement performance management, mentorship, training sessions, and development experiences for interns and early-career leadership hires.
Drive strategies to transition top interns and program participants into full-time roles across global business units.