Soundings - Job Opportunity - FT Talent Operations Manager
Looking for a new full-time opportunity? Soundings is currently recruiting talent to join our internal team as a Talent Operations Manager!
Working at Soundings
At Soundings, our mission is simple but bold: to make professional freedom accessible to all. We are reimagining how organizations connect with freelance, part-time, and full-time talent in the meetings and events industry — not just based on skills, but on character, strengths, purpose, and performance.
We believe the best matches happen below the surface, where human connection and shared values meet. We are human-centric, data-driven, and relentlessly agile — and we’re growing.
Position Overview:
Full Time; Exempt
Remote - San Diego, Chicago or Philadelphia Preferred
Reports to Chief of Staff / Partners Closely with Account Managers
As a Talent Operations Manager, your primary mission is to identify, engage, and place the right talent to meet customer opportunities. You will partner closely with account managers to understand client needs and translate them into effective sourcing and placement strategies that ensure client success.
In addition, you’ll play a critical role in shaping how Soundings supports and grows our talent community. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, you’ll strengthen our operational backbone by refining processes, ensuring scalability, and embedding our culture into every step of the talent journey.
This role blends hands-on execution—such as screening, onboarding, and communications—with process ownership and strategic input. It’s ideal for someone who thrives in a startup environment, where adaptability, curiosity, and initiative are key.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Talent Strategy & Operations
Oversee the freelancer lifecycle: sourcing, screening, onboarding, and placement.
Ensure freelancer documentation, contracts (MSAs/SOWs), and compliance are accurate and timely.
Collaborate with account managers to anticipate client needs and design sourcing strategies.
Maintain and evolve systems (CRM, ATS, talent databases) to support smarter matching.
Talent & Client Engagement
Serve as a trusted contact for talent, guiding them through opportunities and onboarding.
Proactively share in-demand skill sets, upcoming projects, and learning opportunities.
Support account managers by coordinating talent-client interviews and project logistics.
Partner with marketing and community teams to engage talent through authentic communication.
Process & Continuous Improvement
Track and report key KPIs: time-to-match, freelancer retention, and satisfaction.
Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Contribute operational insights to leadership to help shape Soundings’ talent strategy.
Who You Are (Core Values in Action):
Growth Mindset: You’re a life learner who grows from challenges and feedback.
Inclusion: You ensure all voices and perspectives are respected and valued.
Authenticity: You show up as your true self, and create space for others to do the same.
Integrity: You build trust through transparency, accountability, and honesty.
Fun: You bring positivity and joy into the workday and team culture.
Entrepreneurial Spirit: You take initiative, are resourceful, and see possibilities everywhere.
Agility: You pivot quickly, thrive in change, and help others adapt.
Preferred Experience & Skills:
3–6 years in talent operations, recruiting, HR, or customer success.
Events industry background is a plus, but not required.
Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Organized and detail-oriented, with comfort managing multiple priorities.
Tech-savvy, able to quickly learn and leverage business systems.
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
Benefits
Flexible Remote Working Environment
Paid Time Off & Sick Leave
401K
Medical, Dental, & Vision Contribution
Short Term Disability Insurance
A Note to Candidates
At Soundings, we know that no candidate will check every box — and we don’t expect you to. Please do not be deterred to apply if you think you are overqualified or underqualified. We have flexibility with this role and expect to have more opportunities in the future. We’d love to get to know you now and stay connected.
Apply for Opportunity
If you would like to apply for the opportunity click on the link below. You will be asked to share your Linkedin profile link and a current resume.
For any questions, feel free to reach us at gigs@soundingsconnect.com.