TA Operations Project Manager

Job Description

TA Operations Project Manager | Search Wizards

The Tone:
This is a contract role at Search Wizards, located remotely. Search Wizards is a leading global provider of talent solutions, known for its pioneering efforts and niche focus on Talent Solutions. This role supports a client’s Talent Acquisition team, focusing on overcoming complex challenges and making a lasting impact through operational execution and strategic project work. It offers a challenging and fulfilling career with opportunities for growth and professional development.

The TL;DR
• Role: Contract
• Type: Contract
• Location: Remote, United States
• Pay: $35–$46 hourly
• Mission: This role balances operational execution with strategic project work to improve TA processes, efficiency, and overall team effectiveness for a client’s Talent Acquisition team.
• Tech Stack: AI tools, technology

What You’ll Actually Do
• Lead and Support: Lead and support a mix of Talent Acquisition operational activities and project-based initiatives, including process improvements, hiring efficiency projects, and broader TA operational support.
• Partner Closely: Partner closely with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to drive alignment, maintain project momentum, communicate updates, and ensure successful execution of priorities and deliverables.
• Conduct Research: Conduct independent research, analyze challenges and opportunities, and develop actionable proposals and recommendations to improve TA processes, workflows, and team effectiveness.
• Manage Priorities: Manage multiple priorities simultaneously, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to quickly shift between strategic projects and day-to-day execution in a demanding environment.
• Utilize Technology: Leverage AI tools and technology to enhance operational efficiency, streamline processes, support data-driven decision making, and improve overall Talent Acquisition outcomes.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Strong foundation in both Talent Acquisition and Project Management as a core.
• Experience: Proven ability to quickly shift between project-based initiatives and day-to-day TA activities, demonstrating flexibility to pivot between competing priorities and execution needs.
• Skills: Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement capabilities, excellent communication skills in highly collaborative environments, demonstrated AI proficiency and comfort leveraging technology to drive efficiencies, strong accountability, critical thinking, and problem-solving.