Entry Level Talent Manager Jobs
New grad talent manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or campus recruiting portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Staffing & Recruiting, Retail, and Technology & Software, with employers like Robert Half, Amazon, and Vaco hiring at this level now.
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About Kforce
Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in Technology, Finance & Accounting, and professional staffing services. Each year, we help over 30,000 professionals find meaningful work and partner with 3,000+ companies, including a significant majority of the Fortune 500. We are built on relationships and driven by impact. Our hybrid work model provides flexibility, supported by trust, technology, and collaboration. At Kforce, We Love What We Do. We Love Who We Serve™. We are growing our Finance & Accounting team in St Louis and hiring a Talent Manager. In this role, you will drive business growth by connecting top talent with meaningful opportunities, while partnering closely with both candidates and clients. This is a full-desk role combining recruiting and business development.
Key Responsibilities:
Recruiting & Talent Management:
- Source candidates through networking, referrals, job boards, and direct outreach
- Partner with internal teams to understand client hiring needs
- Submit candidates with market insight and hiring recommendations
- Coordinate interviews and manage candidate communication
- Guide candidates through the full hiring process, including offer negotiation
- Support onboarding, background checks, and pre-employment steps
- Build long-term relationships with candidates and clients
- Stay current on market trends and sourcing strategies
Sales & Business Development:
- Develop new client relationships through outreach, networking, and referrals
- Conduct client meetings to present Kforce solutions
- Prepare and deliver staffing proposals
- Manage the full placement lifecycle with internal partners
- Maintain and expand existing client relationships
- Drive new business opportunities and pipeline growth
- Stay informed on staffing trends and recommend growth strategies
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 2–5 years of experience in Staffing/Recruiting, or professional sales, or Accounting
- Strong consultative and relationship-building skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Strong research and sourcing skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to learn new technology quickly
Training & Development:
- Structured onboarding (individual + classroom training)
- Job shadowing and mentorship
- Ongoing coaching and development
- Unlimited access to online learning tools
Compensation & Benefits:
- Base Salary PLUS uncapped monthly commission tied to performance
- Hybrid work schedule
- 17 days PTO (increases with tenure)
- 8 paid holidays + 1 full week off for firm wide closure - during the holidays
- Quarterly awards and annual incentive trips
- Strong internal mobility (500+ promotions last year)
Benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Parental leave
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Kforce is an equal opportunity employer and maintains veterans and disabled affirmative action programs.
About Kforce
Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in Technology, Finance & Accounting, and professional staffing services. Each year, we help over 30,000 professionals find meaningful work and partner with 3,000+ companies, including a significant majority of the Fortune 500. We are built on relationships and driven by impact. Our hybrid work model provides flexibility, supported by trust, technology, and collaboration. At Kforce, We Love What We Do. We Love Who We Serve™. We are growing our Finance & Accounting team in St Louis and hiring a Talent Manager. In this role, you will drive business growth by connecting top talent with meaningful opportunities, while partnering closely with both candidates and clients. This is a full-desk role combining recruiting and business development.
Key Responsibilities:
Recruiting & Talent Management:
- Source candidates through networking, referrals, job boards, and direct outreach
- Partner with internal teams to understand client hiring needs
- Submit candidates with market insight and hiring recommendations
- Coordinate interviews and manage candidate communication
- Guide candidates through the full hiring process, including offer negotiation
- Support onboarding, background checks, and pre-employment steps
- Build long-term relationships with candidates and clients
- Stay current on market trends and sourcing strategies
Sales & Business Development:
- Develop new client relationships through outreach, networking, and referrals
- Conduct client meetings to present Kforce solutions
- Prepare and deliver staffing proposals
- Manage the full placement lifecycle with internal partners
- Maintain and expand existing client relationships
- Drive new business opportunities and pipeline growth
- Stay informed on staffing trends and recommend growth strategies
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 2–5 years of experience in Staffing/Recruiting, or professional sales, or Accounting
- Strong consultative and relationship-building skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Strong research and sourcing skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to learn new technology quickly
Training & Development:
- Structured onboarding (individual + classroom training)
- Job shadowing and mentorship
- Ongoing coaching and development
- Unlimited access to online learning tools
Compensation & Benefits:
- Base Salary PLUS uncapped monthly commission tied to performance
- Hybrid work schedule
- 17 days PTO (increases with tenure)
- 8 paid holidays + 1 full week off for firm wide closure - during the holidays
- Quarterly awards and annual incentive trips
- Strong internal mobility (500+ promotions last year)
Benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Parental leave
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Kforce is an equal opportunity employer and maintains veterans and disabled affirmative action programs.
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Entry Level Talent Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level talent manager job?
Focus on experience that shows you can attract and assess candidates, even at a small scale. Internships in HR, recruiting, or campus ambassador programs are strong signals. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems, a demonstrated ability to build relationships, and any hands-on sourcing or interviewing experience give entry level candidates a real edge over those with only coursework.
Which companies hire entry level talent managers?
Companies hiring entry level talent managers right now include Robert Half, Amazon, and Vaco, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from fast-growing companies building out their people teams and larger organizations with structured early-career or rotational HR programs.
Are there remote entry level talent manager jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles are still common at this stage. About 57% of entry level talent manager openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, so candidates who prefer flexible arrangements have real options without limiting their search to a single metro area.
Are these new grad talent manager jobs?
Yes. Many of the listings here are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with limited professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically requires zero to two years of experience and accepts internships, volunteer recruiting work, or a portfolio of sourcing and outreach projects in place of full-time history.
Which industries hire the most entry level talent managers?
Entry Level talent manager roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting, Retail, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors tend to drive entry level hiring because rapid headcount growth, high turnover, or structured HR development programs create consistent demand for junior talent acquisition professionals.