HR Strategy & Operations Manager - TA Transformation

Deloitte • Costa Mesa, CA • 1h ago

Our Human Capital practice is at the forefront of transforming the nature of work. As converging forces reshape industries, our team uniquely addresses the complexities of work, workforce, and workplace dynamics. We leverage sector-specific insights and cross-domain perspectives to help organizations tackle their most challenging workforce issues and align talent strategies with their strategic visions. Our practice is renowned for making work better for humans and humans better at work. Be part of this exciting era of change and join us on this transformative journey.

Recruiting for this role ends on 8/03/2026.

Work You'll Do

As a HR Strategy & Operations Manager with a focus on Talent Acquisition Transformation, you will serve as a key delivery leader across client engagements spanning talent acquisition strategy, operating model design, service delivery transformation, process improvement, and technology enablement. You will bring deep subject matter expertise in talent acquisition, a client-centric mindset, and the ability to drive complex transformation programs across industries. In this role, you will:

Develop talent acquisition strategies aligned to enterprise workforce priorities, including business cases, investment rationale, and ROI models for transformation initiatives

Advise clients on TA service delivery models, including recruiting operating model design, governance, organizational design, and the effective use of RPO and hybrid delivery approaches

Lead process and experience design across the end-to-end hiring lifecycle, from requisition planning through onboarding, with a focus on efficiency, stakeholder experience, and business outcomes

Advising on talent acquisition technology strategy, including market trends, vendor evaluation, selection, design, and implementation

Lead project delivery activities by managing workplans, tracking progress, identifying and mitigating risks, escalating issues, and ensuring high-quality, on-time deliverables

Partner with cross-functional teams to develop multi-year Digital HR and TA technology strategies that improve HR and recruiting performance, service delivery, and workforce experience

Contributing to thought leadership and mentoring junior team members through coaching, feedback, and capability development

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product

Ability to build and sustain professional relationships

Ability to lead projects or workstreams

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor

Ability to meet deadlines

Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others

The Team

Our HR Strategy & Technology Offering is dedicated to developing leading global HR strategies and implementing cutting-edge HR technologies. We drive transformation and maximize the workforce experience, ensuring sustained HR effectiveness and value. In a world of disruption, our solutions empower organizations to navigate challenges seamlessly, enhancing their HR capabilities and fostering a resilient workforce.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor's degree

6+ years of experience in talent acquisition, HR consulting, or talent acquisition advisory, with specialization in talent acquisition transformation

1+ year experience working in a consulting environment

Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

Preferred:

Experience with AI-powered talent acquisition tools and leading ATS/CRM platforms, including their practical application

Minimum of 6 months of experience leading project workstreams, including planning, coordinating team activities, managing deliverables, and ensuring timely achievement of project milestones

2+ years of experience interfacing directly with senior executives and clients

Experience participating in at least one RFP or RFI process, including scoring and evaluating HR products and services

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $141,200 to $278,300.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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