Manager of People & Talent designing AI-powered talent systems and automating workflows for a high-growth company. Collaborating with executives to optimize talent management processes and drive strategic initiatives.
Responsibilities
Architect and optimize AI-powered talent systems end-to-end, using automation and analytics to enhance sourcing, selection, and overall candidate experience - consistently raising the bar while moving fast
Partner with Finance to create adaptable, data-driven headcount models directly aligned with business milestones
Implement automated, personalized onboarding journeys with outcome tracking and iterative improvement - accelerating time to ramp and setting measurable standards for success
Deliver actionable insights, just-in-time learning, and practical playbooks to elevate team performance
Lead fast pilots and A/B test new people systems and workflows, using data and feedback to scale what works and move with urgency
Develop and own Valence’s talent intelligence engine - real-time market benchmarking, proactive pipeline analytics, and risk surfacing to give the org a competitive edge
Build scalable dashboards, live reporting suites, and executive-ready insights that connect talent metrics to business outcomes
Partner directly with the CEO and VP to drive strategic org design and culture-shaping projects
Requirements
5–7 years in high-growth operations, consulting, or strategy roles (startup experience preferred)
Passion for leveraging AI technology to design workflows, automate processes, and reimagine how organizations operate
Proven ability to manage high-stakes, complex workstreams with executive visibility, delivering outcomes backed by data and clear metrics
Clear communicator who can align busy executives, build trust across teams, and drive consensus in fast-paced environments
Self-motivated and highly driven, with the ability to thrive in ambiguity, push through challenges, and deliver even when the path isn’t obvious
Willingness to experiment, embrace feedback, and continuously evolve through new responsibilities and workstreams
Strong personal motivation to join and shape an early-stage, AI-first team
Benefits
Competitive salary including base + bonuses
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision) from day one
Generous PTO, company-wide R&R shutdowns, and paid parental leave
Retirement plan support for US and global employees
Meaningful ownership in a venture-backed company at a growth inflection point
Financial upside that comes from scaling fast
Top-up grants as we scale and you deliver exceptional performance — your compensation grows alongside your impact
A culture built for top talent: intensity to win, growth without limits, and a team that solves hard problems and celebrates big wins together
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