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In this strategic role, you will lead the development and execution of local and national recruiting strategies to attract and hire technical talent supporting projects, turnarounds, and outage-related work across the country. You will oversee the Talent Acquisition team while leveraging market insights, talent availability, industry trends, and competitive intelligence to develop innovative, effective staffing solutions.
Working closely with General Managers and hiring managers, you will define the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for open positions and translate business needs into targeted recruitment plans. You will also prepare workforce forecasts based on operational requirements and build strong talent pipelines through partnerships with industry groups, professional networks, associations, trade schools, community outreach programs, veteran organizations, staffing agencies, and employee referrals.
Role Details:
- Full time permanent, 40 hours/week
- Hybrid 3-4 days per week out of Galleria, Houston TX office
- Developing a staffing strategy for technical field inspection workforce in collaboration with local operations, workforce planning and TA team and regional HR departments
- Developing talent pools for multiple technical skill sets across the organization
- Developing and fostering long-term relationships with current job seekers and passive candidates that may lead to hiring or further networking;
- Using best in class strategies to source and make contact with qualified candidates and potential apprentices/trainees
- Using best practices to penetrate the market with the Acuren brand and generate excitement and interest in employment with us
- Oversee strategic recruitment events and initiatives such as national recruitment campaigns, attending college and trade school job fairs, attending high school and non-traditional career events aimed at generating interest in NDT careers
- Maintaining relationships with technical staff post-hire to ensure ongoing employee satisfaction
- Assisting workforce staffing and planning team and operations management on career path development and certifications of technical staff
- Mentoring technical staff to ensure appropriate technical progress and skills development
- Managing skills matrices of technical staff to ensure timely training and progression.
- Reviewing resumes, pre-screening and interviewing candidates, and verifying qualifications and advancing candidates to local operational management, workforce planning and staffing team and HR
- Coordinating the preparation of offer letters and ensuring appropriate communication with candidates
- Coordinating with operations to ensure logistics matters have been addressed appropriately for new candidates
- Connecting with staff post-hire to check in on initial onboarding experience and work expectations
- Minimum 8 years in full cycle recruitment, including at least 2 years in a supervisor or manager position
- In-depth knowledge of staffing principles, best practices and relevant legislation
- Sound knowledge of staffing and selection processes
- Advanced knowledge of Craft and NDT and ability to convey the technical requirements and demands of various client sectors and NDT methods
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to positively influence candidate attraction
- Ability to target, recruit and identify specific technical candidates for assigned recruitment initiatives
- Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent demands; Ability to maintain positive working relations with internal colleagues and external contacts
- Consistently demonstrates their understanding of, and compliance with, responsibilities under the provincial Occupational Health and Safety Acts and Regulations, and Acuren Safety and Quality Management Systems, policies and procedures.
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
- 401K Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.
Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.
In this strategic role, you will lead the development and execution of local and national recruiting strategies to attract and hire technical talent supporting projects, turnarounds, and outage-related work across the country. You will oversee the Talent Acquisition team while leveraging market insights, talent availability, industry trends, and competitive intelligence to develop innovative, effective staffing solutions.
Working closely with General Managers and hiring managers, you will define the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for open positions and translate business needs into targeted recruitment plans. You will also prepare workforce forecasts based on operational requirements and build strong talent pipelines through partnerships with industry groups, professional networks, associations, trade schools, community outreach programs, veteran organizations, staffing agencies, and employee referrals.
Role Details:
- Full time permanent, 40 hours/week
- Hybrid 3-4 days per week out of Galleria, Houston TX office
- Developing a staffing strategy for technical field inspection workforce in collaboration with local operations, workforce planning and TA team and regional HR departments
- Developing talent pools for multiple technical skill sets across the organization
- Developing and fostering long-term relationships with current job seekers and passive candidates that may lead to hiring or further networking;
- Using best in class strategies to source and make contact with qualified candidates and potential apprentices/trainees
- Using best practices to penetrate the market with the Acuren brand and generate excitement and interest in employment with us
- Oversee strategic recruitment events and initiatives such as national recruitment campaigns, attending college and trade school job fairs, attending high school and non-traditional career events aimed at generating interest in NDT careers
- Maintaining relationships with technical staff post-hire to ensure ongoing employee satisfaction
- Assisting workforce staffing and planning team and operations management on career path development and certifications of technical staff
- Mentoring technical staff to ensure appropriate technical progress and skills development
- Managing skills matrices of technical staff to ensure timely training and progression.
- Reviewing resumes, pre-screening and interviewing candidates, and verifying qualifications and advancing candidates to local operational management, workforce planning and staffing team and HR
- Coordinating the preparation of offer letters and ensuring appropriate communication with candidates
- Coordinating with operations to ensure logistics matters have been addressed appropriately for new candidates
- Connecting with staff post-hire to check in on initial onboarding experience and work expectations
- Minimum 8 years in full cycle recruitment, including at least 2 years in a supervisor or manager position
- In-depth knowledge of staffing principles, best practices and relevant legislation
- Sound knowledge of staffing and selection processes
- Advanced knowledge of Craft and NDT and ability to convey the technical requirements and demands of various client sectors and NDT methods
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to positively influence candidate attraction
- Ability to target, recruit and identify specific technical candidates for assigned recruitment initiatives
- Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent demands; Ability to maintain positive working relations with internal colleagues and external contacts
- Consistently demonstrates their understanding of, and compliance with, responsibilities under the provincial Occupational Health and Safety Acts and Regulations, and Acuren Safety and Quality Management Systems, policies and procedures.
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
- 401K Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.
Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.
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Who's Hiring
- Robert Half38
- Amazon14
- Accenture8
- IDEA Public Schools7
- Anduril5
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software17
- Retail11
- Staffing & Recruiting11
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces8
- Consulting & Professional Services5
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in talent manager jobs.
- 3-5 years of experience in talent management, talent acquisition, or artist representation
- Proven ability to build and maintain long-term client or candidate relationships
- Experience with applicant tracking systems or talent management platforms such as Workday or SAP SuccessFactors
- Strong contract negotiation and deal-structuring skills across talent or employment agreements
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, communications, business, or a related field
- Familiarity with entertainment industry practices, union agreements, or SAG-AFTRA guidelines for agency-side roles
Tips for Your Talent Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to the sub-field
Talent management means something different in entertainment versus corporate HR. Highlight artist rosters if you're targeting agencies, or workforce planning metrics if you're targeting enterprise roles. Mixing these signals makes your resume read as unfocused to hiring managers.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists talent manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify your talent pipeline results
Hiring managers want to see what moved because of you. Name the number of clients signed, placements made, or retention rates improved under your management. Vague claims like 'grew the talent roster' carry far less weight than a specific outcome you owned.
Target companies by their talent model
Some organizations develop talent internally, others rely on agencies or external partners. Research whether a company promotes from within or acquires outside talent before you apply. Aligning your pitch to their model shows you understand how their talent function actually operates.
Prepare for a relationship-skills interview
Interviewers for talent manager roles will probe how you handle difficult talent, contract negotiations, and conflicting priorities. Prepare two or three detailed stories about moments where you managed competing interests and kept a relationship intact. Vague answers get cut quickly at this stage.
Negotiate using scope, not just title
When an offer comes in, ask about roster size, budget authority, and support staff before accepting. A senior talent manager title with a thin roster and no coordinator support is a different job than the same title at a well-resourced team. Clarify scope before you sign.
Talent Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most talent managers?
The companies hiring the most talent managers right now include Robert Half, Amazon, and Accenture, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand tends to be strongest at talent agencies, large entertainment studios, and enterprise companies with dedicated people-development functions.
How many talent manager jobs are remote?
About 72% of talent manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though the share varies significantly by sub-field. Corporate talent management and HR-adjacent roles are most likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility, while roles at talent agencies or in live entertainment typically require in-person presence for client meetings and events.
How do you become a talent manager?
Most talent managers start by building experience in a related role such as talent coordinator, recruiter, casting associate, or HR generalist. From there, you develop a roster or candidate pipeline, learn contract basics, and build relationships with decision-makers in your industry. Moving into a manager title usually requires demonstrating you can own client relationships and deliver results independently.
Can you get a talent manager job with little or no experience?
Entry-level talent manager roles exist, but they're competitive and usually require at least some related experience such as internships at agencies, time as a talent coordinator, or work in casting, recruiting, or artist management support. Highlighting any client-facing work, negotiation exposure, or roster-building projects, even from internships or freelance work, gives you a meaningful edge over candidates with a blank slate.
What does the talent manager interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on your background and the type of talent you've managed. That's followed by one or two rounds with hiring managers, often including scenario questions about handling difficult talent or contract disputes. Some agencies and entertainment companies add a practical exercise such as presenting a mock client strategy or reviewing a sample deal structure before a final offer stage.
Where can I find and apply to talent manager jobs?
You can find and apply to talent manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits.
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