Talent Acquisition Operations Manager (EMEA)

Job Description

Summary The Talent Acquisition Operations Manager will lead a regional team of operations professionals for GE Vernova’s TA function, providing leadership and operational oversight for Talent Acquisition processes, tools, analytics, lean, and compliance. Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Operations Leader, this role will oversee Lead and Senior TA Operations team members and TA Ops Hub and drive regional execution in support of standardized, high-quality, and efficient hiring experience. The TA Operations Manager will play a critical role in translating global TA Operations strategy into effective regional delivery. In partnership with recruiting teams, stakeholders, and cross-functional partners, this role will help advance Talent Acquisition capabilities, improve process adoption, strengthen stakeholder experience, and foster a culture of team, belonging, and growth.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead regional initiatives and priorities that strengthen Talent Acquisition Operations capabilities and support continuous improvement
• Manage a regional team of TA Operations professionals, including Lead and Senior team members and coordinators, to deliver high-quality outcomes on time in a fast paced environment
• Drive regional adoption of recruiting processes, enterprise standards, tools, and technologies
• Monitor regional metrics, workload, capacity and data integrity to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Leverage data and analytics to reinforce accountability and improve operational performance
• Partner with recruiting teams and stakeholders to improve the candidate, recruiter, and hiring leader experience
• Apply Lean methodologies and project management rigor to process improvements and operational enhancements
• Partner with technology teams on implementation, support, training, and adoption of recruiting tools and systems
• Oversee compliance with company policies, data privacy regulations, enterprise standards, and local requirements
• Support governance activities, including audits, controls, and regional compliance reviews
• Serve as the regional point of contact for escalations and stakeholder needs related to TA Operations
• Contribute to global TA Operations projects and share regional insights to support enterprise-wide improvements
• Foster a culture of belonging, growth, accountability, and continuous improvement

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, or equivalent knowledge/experience
• Significant experience in Talent Acquisition and Talent Acquisition Operations
• Prior experience managing people and/or leading high performing teams
• Experience leading cross-functional, remote, and diverse teams or initiatives
• Expertise in recruiting best practices, process improvement, project and change management, and recruiting technologies and systems
• Strong analytical skills and experience using data to support decisions and improve outcomes
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel
• Willingness to work across multiple time zones and be on select global calls as needed
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 10% as required
• Strong English language proficiency (speaking, writing and reading)
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt as priorities evolve

Desired Characteristics Execute successfully with little direction and operate independently Proven success leading teams to achieve high-quality outcomes Proven success managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Results-oriented with strong attention to detail Strong collaboration and influencing skills across stakeholders and organizational levels Demonstrated ability to build consensus and drive adoption of change Continuous improvement mindset and strong operational discipline Apply To This Job