Manager, Talent Placement & Program Operations

The Opportunity 

The Talent Placement and Program Operations team plays a pivotal role in supporting fellows, alumni, and corporate partners, with two core functions: Talent Placement and Program Operations. With a focus on efficiency and effectiveness to unlock insights and achieve outcomes, the team is dedicated to enhancing organizational operations by facilitating talent engagement and role placement initiatives to ensure optimal outcomes for both talent and partners.  Committed to operational excellence, innovation, and collaborative success, the team positions the organization and its constituents for continued growth and achievement in an evolving economic landscape.

The Manager, Talent Placement & Program Operations oversees the applicant perspective of talent matching within our organization. Their duties include onboarding fellows and alumni onto our applicant tracking system (ATS), and ensuring their profiles are complete and linked to at least one partner pipeline. For alumni talent, they conduct candidate outreach activities, identify suitable matches for assigned partner roles, and provide direct sourcing for these positions. Additionally, this role tracks the various steps and stages in the recruiting process for candidates on the ATS, ensuring efficiency and transparency. In collaboration with the programs team, they ensure fellows are in good standing and gain buy-in for potential opportunities. Gathering feedback from candidates on their interview process and capturing insights to enhance our MLT interview preparation strategy are also among their responsibilities. Through these efforts, the Talent Placement Manager plays a vital role in supporting the career advancement and professional development of our fellows and alumni.

Please Note: This position is currently posted to build a talent pipeline in anticipation of future hiring needs. The official recruitment process is expected to commence in early 2025. If your skills align with our needs, we may reach out closer to that time. We encourage you to apply now to be considered when recruitment formally begins.

Work You’ll Do

• Possess strong skills in candidate sourcing, outreach, and matching, with the ability to identify suitable candidates for partner roles based on their skills, experiences, and career aspirations.
• Oversee the onboarding process for fellows and alumni onto the ATS, ensuring their profiles are complete and linked to relevant partner pipelines. Collaborate with the programs team to provide ongoing support and guidance to individuals as they navigate their career paths.
• Track the progress of candidates through the recruiting process, ensuring transparency and efficiency in candidate management and communication.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to candidate profiles, partner pipelines, and recruiting activities, ensuring data integrity and compliance with organizational policies and procedures as needed to meet changing partner needs.
• Gather feedback from candidates on their interview experiences and capture insights to enhance the interview preparation database, facilitating continuous improvement in the talent placement process.

• Build and maintain relationships with fellows, alumni, and partners to facilitate effective communication and collaboration throughout the talent placement process.
• Effectively communicate with fellows, alumni, and internal stakeholders, conveying information, updates, and feedback in a clear and professional manner.

• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify challenges and develop creative solutions to address them effectively within the context of talent placement.
• Remain flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, adjusting strategies and priorities as needed to meet changing organizational needs and priorities.
• Handle additional tasks essential for role efficiency and team success as needed

• Bachelor's degree required. 
• Minimum of 5 years experience in operations or project management with a track record of successful execution within cross-functional teams and/or a matrix organization
• Experience in corporate recruitment across entry-level and experienced roles is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneously and prioritize tasks to achieve goals in a timely manner
• Proven track record of leading strategic initiatives to achieve organizational outcomes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exhibited ability to use data in decision-making
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to build relationships and lead without authority to achieve shared goals
• Ability to work with key stakeholders, including senior leaders, in a cross-functional environment 
• Excellent presentation, communication (oral and written), and interpersonal skills

What We Offer

Inspiring Work

-Transform lives and contribute to a larger social cause

-Quickly see measurable impact from your work

-Make your mark during a critical growth phase for MLT

-Opportunity to work with the visionary leader, John Rice

Community

-Weekly virtual and in-person happy hours 

-Employee Affinity Groups (EAGs)

Professional Development

-Regular skill-development seminars hosted by our industry-leading partners

-Regularly scheduled lunch-and-learns

Benefits Package

-Health and dental insurance

-Workplace flexibility

-Paid holidays

-Transit benefits

*Benefits package applies to full-time employees only

About Management Leadership For Tomorrow (MLT)

At Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT), our purpose is clear: we aim to advance racial equity by elevating economic and career paths for People of Color. Established in 2002, MLT is a national nonprofit committed to closing racial wealth gaps. We believe individuals of Black, Latine, and Native American (BLNA) descent should not only survive, but thrive. Spanning from college to senior-level positions, including C-suite and boards of directors, our comprehensive programs for BLNA talent have impacted over 10,000 people. 

Today, we partner with over 200 notable organizations across a variety of fields including tech, finance, and education. With over two decades of experience in developing and implementing racial equity strategies, MLT provides organizations with a winning DEI playbook, strategies, and tactics. Our Racial Equity at Work Certification Programs set a clear standard and roadmap for companies that are committed to advancing Black and Hispanic Equity in their workplaces. Join us at MLT to reshape the corporate landscape, where your journey propels both personal growth and collective equity in our communities.

Commitment to Diversity

MLT embraces diversity and welcomes individuals from all walks of life. We strongly encourage People of Color (POC), LGBTQIA+ community members, and transgender/non-binary individuals to apply. Our organizational strength thrives on our differences, and we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, authentic workplace where everyone can flourish. 

COVID Statement 

MLT is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace, and to modeling the highest degree of health standards for our Fellows, our Partners, and the communities we serve. We expect all MLT employees and contractors to be fully vaccinated - including the booster regimen - against the coronavirus (COVID-19), in accordance with ADA accommodations. Visitors to MLT’s office in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) locations or remote work sites should also expect to comply with this requirement.

Please apply to a position with MLT ONLY if you are willing and able to prove that you are fully vaccinated against the coronavirus, regardless of work location.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

We're an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.