Manager, TA Innovation

Johnson & Johnson

. Lead the development and execution of Talent Acquisition innovation initiatives, including new tools, technologies, and scalable recruiting solutions .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $102,000 - $204,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Talent Acquisition innovation, including the development and execution of scalable recruiting solutions and process redesign. Proficient in managing cross-functional projects and utilizing TA systems to enhance candidate experience and recruiting efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Talent Acquisition InnovationEnd-to-End Recruiting ProcessesTA Systems ExperienceAnalytical Problem-SolvingProject Management

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Hard Skills

Talent AcquisitionRecruiting OperationsProcess RedesignDigital EnablementMetrics and DashboardsChange ManagementHR Records ManagementCompliance FilingsVeeva ScanningImplementation Plans

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsStakeholder InfluenceCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

ATSCRMRecruitment Marketing PlatformsAnalytics Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRMPMPAgile

Industry Keywords

Talent Acquisition Best PracticesCandidate ExperienceHRISContinuous ImprovementMarket Trends

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and execution of Talent Acquisition innovation initiatives, including new tools, technologies, and scalable recruiting solutions
Identify opportunities to improve recruiting efficiency, quality of hire, and candidate experience through process redesign and digital enablement
Partner with HR, TA leadership, HRIS, and external vendors to pilot, implement, and optimize TA platforms and solutions
Translate business and workforce needs into practical TA innovation roadmaps and implementation plans
Establish metrics and dashboards to measure effectiveness and adoption of TA innovations and drive continuous improvement
Support change management, training, and communication strategies for adoption of new TA capabilities
Stay current on market trends, emerging technologies, and talent acquisition best practices
Advise TA leaders with insights and recommendations supporting strategic hiring priorities
Where required locally, handle documents, HR records, compliance filings, audits, and Veeva scanning/naming

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Human Resources, Business, Analytics, or a related field
Typically requires 6–8 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, HR, or recruiting operations
Demonstrated experience leading or supporting TA transformation, innovation, or technology initiatives
Strong understanding of end-to-end recruiting processes and candidate experience
Experience working with TA systems (ATS, CRM, recruitment marketing platforms, analytics tools)
Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders without direct authority
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
English required
HR or project management certifications (e.g., SHRM, PMP, Agile) preferred but not required
Travel up to 10–20%, primarily domestic

Benefits

Comp & perks

Pension plan
401(k) savings plan
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Inclusive interview process and disability accommodations
Hybrid work arrangement