Manager, US Early Talent, Talent Acquisition

TD Bank•Mount Laurel, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, US Early Talent leads the strategy, execution, management and overall performance of US programmatic Early Talent recruitment. They manage a team of recruitment and programming specialists who design and deliver effective talent acquisition strategies across intern, co-op, undergrad and graduate recruiting. They operate as a subject matter expert in the space of Early & Emerging Talent, working closely with business stakeholders, HR business partners, talent stakeholders, and the Head of Early Talent. This role leads and manages the US portfolio of Early Talent programs and the overall operation of diverse groups across areas of moderate risk, complexity or scope. It provides people management leadership by hiring the best talent, setting goals, developing staff, managing employee performance and compensation decisions, promoting teamwork and handling any/all disciplinary actions, as required. The Manager also manages business relationships at the executive / senior executive levels and ensures an integrated approach with other business areas, the broader organization, and the enterprise as appropriate. The role requires deep knowledge and understanding of businesses / organizational practices/ disciplines, and sound to advanced knowledge of external competition, industry and/or market trends in relation to own function / business. It focuses on short to medium-term issues (e.g. 6-12 months).

Requirements

Undergraduate degree
7+ years related experience
Demonstrated interest and expertise in the evolution of the recruitment discipline – inclusive of technology, data, AI, and regulatory governance
In depth knowledge of recruiting and employment practices with extensive knowledge of federal and state employment laws
Excellent advisory, interpersonal, coaching, negotiation and facilitation skills while understanding change management impacts of growth organization
Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, presentation and customer service skills
Strong understanding of emerging business needs while utilizing a proactive, consultative approach to meet these needs
Proven ability to develop strong business partnerships with client groups
Must have proven experience sourcing and closing campus positions and a strong understanding of full life cycle recruiting
Proficiency in MS Suite of applications, with working knowledge of AI tools
Proactive talent management experience required
Strong interviewing/assessment skills and ability to transfer knowledge to team
Ability to travel throughout TD footprint as needed

Responsibilities

Leads and coaches a high performing team of recruitment professionals to create a performance driven culture that attracts and develops pipeline talent for TD.
Ensures Recruitment team is building targeted pipelines using a variety of sourcing channels including, but not limited to, social media, passive candidates, referrals, company alumni, and high-quality declined candidates.
Actively manages a portfolio of searches by applying best in class sourcing strategies to build a robust pipeline of talent.
Partners with, collaborates, and provides direction and communication to HR and Business partners providing a high-level of consultation and customer service to the Business while implementing effective recruitment strategies, including planning, sourcing and assessing.
Develops and executes diversity sourcing strategies in conjunction with business leaders, Diversity & Inclusion and other HR team(s).
Acts as a partner by leading relationships with key enterprise partners and interfacing with respective leadership teams to effectively manage business needs and clarify scope of activities while influencing and aligning others as needed.
Ensures an integrated and aggregated view of all related activities across the overall function providing escalations, recommendations, and decision support to leadership.
Promotes TD brand in the marketplace by actively pursuing and aligning to industry groups, networks and associations and developing prospect/ target lists.
Provides functional / business level communications to ensure messages to stakeholders and/or employees are consistent, appropriate and aligned to business and executive management direction.
Focuses on creating a legendary Hiring Manager and candidate experience throughout the recruiting cycle.
Drives recruitment success by leveraging and managing recruitment metrics, reporting, systems and tools to inform talent acquisition strategies.
Serves as a subject matter expert on talent acquisition practices to internal stakeholders by keeping abreast of current industry/market trends.
Works closely with key business leaders to develop business plan, ensuring the optimal use of resources and leverage TD's operating model to maximize efficiency, effectiveness and scale of the sourcing/recruiting initiatives.
Plans and executes on business activities, review and communicate results, and adjust tactics accordingly.
Manages business plan to meet business objectives while increasing efficiency and effectiveness.
Monitors and communicates the effectiveness of strategies, programs, and practices related to own area of expertise.
Ensures programs, policies and practices continue to meet business needs, comply with internal and external requirements, and align with HR priorities.
Maintains a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes and sound infrastructure an in alignment with risk appetite of the Bank.
Owns the identification, mitigation and reporting on risk issues per enterprise policy / guidelines and ensuring appropriate escalation processes are followed.
Ensures programs/initiatives related to own area of expertise are well managed and administered; ensure the prompt and thorough resolution of issues.
Coordinates activities with partners across the organization, may include HR, Technology, Finance, Risk Management, etc.
Follows and ensures employees are knowledgeable of and comply with Bank and industry codes of conduct.
Leads special initiatives by representing TD/ the business internally and externally, as a subject matter expert.
Responsible for management of the overall team(s) providing both leadership and guidance and contributes to the enterprise functional strategic priorities for Talent Acquisition.
Sets targets and objectives for the team, and deliver results.
Grows team expertise to align with enterprise demand and the Bank's direction; assess team skills and capabilities and continually look for ways to provide and enhance the value delivered.
Fosters an environment / culture that encourages productivity, innovation, process improvement, teamwork and a high level of professionalism.
Co-ordinates necessary resources to ensure completion by deadlines.
Provides coaching, development, succession, recruitment, resource management and overall team leadership for team members and provide regular input into team members assessment of performance and development plans.
Establishes and fosters a cohesive team; promote a fair and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce and encourage the team to achieve common goals and objectives.
Acts as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the bank, both internally and/or externally.