Manager, US Early Talent, Talent Acquisition

TD•Mount Laurel, NJ

2d•$91,000 - $145,600•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. They provide people management leadership by hiring the best talent, setting goals, developing staff, managing employee performance and compensation decisions, promoting teamwork and handling disciplinary actions. They manage business relationships at the executive/senior executive levels and ensure 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 their function/business. 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 manages US portfolio of Early Talent programs and overall operation of diverse groups across areas of moderate risk, complexity or scope
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
Manages business relationships at the executive / senior executive levels
Ensures an integrated approach with other business areas, broader organization, and enterprise as appropriate
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