Talent Programs Manager

Pronghorn•Alpharetta, GA

9h•$100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

About the role The Programs Manager will own the day-to-day execution of high-volume talent programs designed to move large numbers of candidates into and through the pipeline. This role sits at the intersection of: Program Management (cohorts, events, development experiences) Talent Support (working closely with recruiting and talent teams) Partnerships & Market Relationships (schools, organizations, associations) You’re the person who makes sure the ideas become reality: applications go live, cohorts feel organized, partners are engaged, and candidates have a clear, development-focused experience from first touch to program completion.

Requirements

3–5+ years of experience in program management, workforce development, learning & development, or similar roles.
Experience working with or alongside talent/recruiting teams on initiatives, events, or pipelines.
Proven experience supporting high-volume programs (education, internships, fellowships, training or career development programs) from planning through execution.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple timelines and stakeholders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable facilitating or hosting sessions.

Nice To Haves

Experience designing, coordinating, or supporting professional development or career readiness programs (workshops, bootcamps, speaker series, etc.).
Experience in a start-up or high-growth environment (comfortable with ambiguity and building while executing).
Relationships or past experience collaborating with schools, universities, nonprofits, associations, or community groups.
Background in workforce development, early-career talent, or community-based training programs.

Responsibilities

Program Planning & Execution
Support end-to-end delivery of high-volume talent and professional development programs (internships, fellowships, training series, talent prep, etc.).
Coordinate timelines, milestones, communications, and deliverables for each cohort.
Manage logistics for development sessions: applications, info sessions, workshops, coaching days, and program wrap-ups.
Ensure each cohort has a clear structure, learning outcomes, and communication plan.
Talent Team Partnership
Work hand-in-hand with the Talent & Programs Director and recruiting team on strategic talent initiatives.
Align program timelines with recruiting cycles and partner hiring needs.
Support candidate flow as needed (e.g., scheduling, workshop invites, follow-ups, interview coordination).
Help translate program completion into pipeline readiness (participants leaving with skills, awareness, and next steps).
Market & Relationship Building
Build and nurture relationships with schools, community organizations, associations, and affinity groups that align with program and talent goals.
Coordinate outreach to career services, student orgs, and professional networks to drive applications and attendance at development programs.
Represent the programs in external meetings, info sessions, and occasional events.
Maintain a simple partner/contact list and outreach tracker.
Program Operations, Experience & Development Content Support
Own the overall participant experience—from onboarding through completion—ensuring clear expectations and meaningful engagement.
Maintain program materials (agendas, decks, guides, FAQs, reflection forms) for career readiness and professional development topics.
Coordinate facilitators, speakers, and partners for panels, workshops, and training sessions.
Work with creative/marketing partners to ensure program assets are up-to-date and on-brand.
Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
Track key program metrics: applications, attendance, completions, and basic conversion indicators.
Provide regular updates to the Talent & Programs Director on program health, risks, and wins.
Gather feedback from participants and partners and propose improvements to content, flow, and experience.